Volunteering

During the restoration of the Great Yarmouth Waterways volunteers and trainees have been crucial to the development of the site. Recruited to work alongside professionals to faithfully reinstate the original and beautiful themed flower beds, and repair the rusticated thatched shelters that contribute much to the special character of the attraction.

Volunteers also played an active role in the painstaking restoration of the original boat figureheads from the 1950s. The work undertaken was of a real delicate nature due to the condition and age of the wood. The figureheads have been placed in the garden for all to enjoy.

Volunteers are equally important now to maintain the gardens throughout the Waterways and Great Yarmouth Green Gym have very kindly agreed to continue helping with this by running occasional work parties a few times a year

They are entirely run by volunteers and are dedicated to nature conversation. They meet once a week at various locations both on the coast and inland. All sessions, including that at the Waterways, are free of charge and are open to anyone aged of 18 or over. You do not need to be physically fit to join them or have experience or skills, as there are various task available to suit everyone’s level and pace.

You can do a little or as much as you like, as their aim is by taking part in nature conservation activities you will improve your fitness levels, health and wellbeing. It is also a great way to increase your social activities while making a positive impact to the area you live in.  

All you need is some suitable old outdoor work clothes and footwear alongside a desire to maintain and improve special areas of interest. Great Yarmouth Green Gym will provide you with the necessary tools and protective clothing including gloves.

For further details please visit their website or contact:
Sue Holmes, Great Yarmouth Green Gym Co-ordinator.
Email: gygreengym@gmail.com
Mobile (text or phone): 07900 654033