Weekly Work Party Volunteers Wanted
Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve is one of the best wildlife sites, with thousands of species to be discovered, from the common resident birds such as Jackdaws, to the endemic Early English Gentian flowers and to the extraordinary Glowworm beetles. The park is run by a team of Rangers for conservation and enjoyment and is one for the UK’s most important site for wildlife. With free entry and a visitors’ centre, gallery and cafe there’s lots to do. Visit their website to find out more.
Durlston Country Park are looking for volunteers to join their work parties. Tasks are available for all ages (14 years and upwards) and abilities, with equipment and training provided. Just head along to the Learning Centre for a 10am start. They have a break at 11.30 and the session ends at 1pm. Tea, coffee and occasional cake provided!
Tuesdays: Pleasure Grounds Project: Enhance the heritage, accessibility, and habitats throughout the Victorian landscape of the park.
Wednesdays: Reserve Conservation: Help care for our stunning National Nature Reserve. Habitat management, scrub cutting, path clearing, hedge-laying, fencing, and more!
Thursdays: Dry-stone Walling: Volunteers help maintain over six miles of dry-stone wall across the Country Park. New walling volunteers are welcome to get started with a training session held every month or so, depending on interest.
