Heritage and interpretation
Help visitors engage with Cornwall’s mining landscape, industrial structures and wider cultural connections.
Give time. Share curiosity.
Volunteer with Cornwall’s story
Volunteers can help heritage, gardens, visitor experiences and community activity thrive. Discover what taking part may involve and how to begin a conversation with Heritage Cornwall.
A place to contribute
Practical help with lasting value
Volunteering is a way to support a landscape shaped by industry, ingenuity and community while developing knowledge through practical experience.
Activities may vary with current needs, seasonal work and the support available. Some opportunities may focus on visitors and interpretation; others may involve gardens, collections, events or behind-the-scenes tasks. The right starting point is an informal enquiry about your interests, availability and access requirements.
Ways to help
Where your time could make a difference
These areas describe the kinds of contribution that may support the visitor attraction. Availability should always be confirmed with the team.
Gardens and landscape
Support the care of planted areas and outdoor spaces while learning more about the stories represented there.
Visitor welcome
Offer clear, friendly guidance that helps people find their way and make the most of a varied 19-acre site.
Events and activities
Assist with practical preparation or visitor-facing activity when suitable community and cultural events take place.
How it works
From first enquiry to taking part
Tell us what interests you
Share the type of activity you enjoy, what you hope to learn and the time you may be able to offer.
Discuss a suitable fit
The team can explain current needs, practical expectations and whether an available role suits you.
Understand the role
Before starting, clarify responsibilities, support, access needs and any role-specific preparation.
Contribute and learn
Take part at an agreed pace, ask questions and build familiarity with the site and its stories.
What to expect
A clear and supported start
Each role can be different, but a useful volunteering conversation should cover the practical details before you commit.
- A discussion about your interests and availability
- An explanation of the role and its regular tasks
- Relevant orientation before practical activity begins
- A chance to raise access or support requirements
- Clear guidance on who to contact with questions
Your time.
Shared care.
Living heritage.
Shared care.
Living heritage.
Practical answers
Volunteering questions
Current roles and arrangements can change. Contact Heritage Cornwall for details relevant to your circumstances.
Do I need previous heritage experience?
Not necessarily. Suitability depends on the particular role. Interest, reliability and a willingness to learn may be as important as specialist knowledge.
What kinds of roles may be available?
Needs may relate to heritage interpretation, gardens, visitor welcome, events or practical support. Not every area will have an opening at all times.
How much time do I need to offer?
Time commitments can depend on the activity and current programme. Explain your realistic availability when making an enquiry.
Can I discuss an access requirement?
Yes. Raise any access or support requirement at the earliest stage so the team can discuss whether a role and its working environment are suitable.
Is volunteering suitable for every age?
Age requirements may vary by role, supervision needs and the nature of the task. Ask the team about the current arrangements before applying.
Will training or guidance be provided?
Relevant orientation and task guidance should be explained for any agreed role. The precise preparation will depend on what the activity involves.
How do I ask about current opportunities?
Email the site with a short introduction covering your interests, availability and any practical questions you would like to discuss.
Start the conversation