Get involved and make a difference in your local community! EcoLocal offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities for people of all backgrounds, abilities, and interests. Whether you want to help with accessible cycling, community gardening, local events, or historic building renovation, there’s a role for you.
Current volunteering roles include:
- Inclusive Cycling: Support people of all abilities to enjoy cycling at the David Weir Leisure Centre. Help set up sessions, assist as a steward, and keep our fleet of accessible cycles in good condition.
- Eco-Fair: Join the team at the Carshalton Eco-Fair. Help organise music and arts, promote the event, liaise with stall holders, or assist as a steward or on the information desk.
- Walled Garden Renovation: Help restore a Victorian walled garden at The Lodge, Carshalton Ecology Centre. Various gardening and renovation tasks available.
- Plant Sales: Volunteer at our plant stall at Wallington Farmers’ Market to raise funds for our community allotment. Advise buyers and help run the stall (no expert knowledge required).
- Community Allotment: Support therapeutic food growing sessions for people with learning difficulties and mental health challenges. Help ensure participants are safe, happy, and engaged in gardening activities.
- The Lodge – DIY Enthusiasts: Use your DIY skills to help maintain and improve our historic community building. All skill levels welcome!
Why volunteer with EcoLocal?
- Meet new people and connect with your community
- Gain new skills and experience
- Support inclusive, sustainable, and creative local projects
- Flexible hours – from a couple of hours to regular sessions
How to get involved: Visit our website or contact us to find out more and offer your help. We welcome enthusiastic volunteers who want to make a positive impact!
Service access criteria:
None
Categories:
Volunteering
Additional needs catered for:
N/A
Volunteering, garden renovation, farmers market, customer service, DIY
Who can refer:
Professional referrals only