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English Heritage volunteering

 


English Heritage volunteer 

 

As a volunteer for English Heritage,  I monitor Kingswood Abbey Gatehouse in Kingswood, near Wotton-Under-Edge, a 12th Century Cistercian Monastery. ( currently being refurbished) 

The role is very flexible and the hours and duties I perform are very manageable, this is made even easier as the gatehouse is in very close proximity to my house.
My duties fit completely around my life. 
In turn I receive a free annual membership which gives me access to all of the English Heritage collection which is fantastic along with discounts on English Heritage products. 

It’s very rewarding and it’s nice to be involved in preserving our history, and these stunning sites. 

Today all that stands is the impressive 15th century Gatehouse that controlled access to the Monastery. 


The Abbey was closed in 1538 during the dissolution of the Monasteries.  

Below is a link to the English Heritage website and pictures of a few of the sites I have visited including Kingswood Abbey Gatehouse.

Why not look into the various roles yourself, there is a lot more than meets the eye and could be the addition to your day to day that you are looking for. 

 https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/support-us/Volunteer/

OAKHAMPTON CASTLE                         RESTORMEL CASTLE 

GOODRICH CASTLE                                   BERRY POMEROY CASTLE 


KENILWORTH CASTLE 

  

WITLEY COURT AND GARDENS


OLD WARDOUR CASTLE 






 

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