Volunteer in the Surrey Hills
Are you passionate about nature and eager to make a tangible difference in the stunning Surrey Hills?
Join the Surrey Hills Conservation Volunteers and embark on exciting projects that blend hands-on conservation with the joy of exploring this beautiful landscape.
As a volunteer, you’ll dive into a variety of engaging activities, such as:
- Practical Conservation Tasks: Get your hands dirty with hedge planting, tree popping, or scrub clearance, all vital for maintaining and enhancing our natural habitats.
- Trail Audits: Explore scenic walking, cycling, and equestrian routes while ensuring they’re accessible and enjoyable for all.
- Wildlife Surveys: Become a nature detective by monitoring local wildlife, contributing to important biodiversity records.
Whether you’re looking to commit regularly or prefer one-off community events, there’s a place for you. Our flexible opportunities cater to various interests and schedules.
Ready to embark on this rewarding adventure? Reach out to our Project and Volunteer Coordinator, Kate Bannister, at volunteering@surreyhillssociety.org to learn more and get involved.
Conservation Volunteer projects
How you can make space for nature
Enquire about becoming a Conservation Volunteer.
The Surrey Hills Society also creates bespoke volunteering days for individual community groups and corporate volunteering days. These task days all contribute to the work of Surrey Hills Conservation Volunteers.
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