Visitor Volunteer

Dartmouth Castle is one of the most beautifully sited fortresses in England, offering a stunning view across the estuary and out to sea. The site is a fantastic family day out, in all weathers. As a volunteer, you will help us bring the castle to life by welcoming all our visitors and providing information on the castle’s history and the surrounding areas. You will also help us to engage the local community and encourage people to visit the castle.

This role is all about people; encouraging people to visit the site, helping people make the most out of their visit and promoting repeat visits and visits to other nearby English Heritage sites. Day-to-day you will be; 

• Welcoming visitors, providing way-finding information and ensuring they see the whole of the site
• Engaging with visitors, providing information about the history of the site, answering questions and sharing knowledge of the surrounding area and local wildlife
• Encouraging people to visit us by engaging with the local community and local businesses

What skills, qualities and experience do I need? We are looking for people who are; 

• Confident and effective at communicating
• Friendly and approachable to all visitors
• Volunteers in this role will have to stand for long periods/walk the site and will have to spend time outside