Essex Wildlife Trust has over 1,700 dedicated volunteers helping to safeguard Essex's wildlife and habitats. Volunteering offers you a unique opportunity to make a real difference, gain new skills and be part of a passionate community of like-minded people.
Volunteering opportunities
Whether you're looking to get involved in hands-on conservation, support our educational programs, or lend a hand in our Nature Discovery Centres, there's something for everyone.
Please note, any volunteer engaged in regulated activity with children and young people will be subject to vetting checks including an Enhanced DBS check with a barred list check.
Recognising our volunteers
We deeply value the contributions of all our volunteers and strive to recognise and celebrate their efforts through the Ray Marsh Award, Hidden Hero Award, Wild Service certificates and our Thank You events throughout the year.
Volunteers in action
Begin your bird-watching journey
Beginning your bird-watching journey? Volunteer and bird-enthusiast, April, shares her top tips.
Volunteer stories - meet Wilder Learning Volunteer Andrew Jacobs
We interviewed Andrew Jacobs, Wilder Learning Volunteer about his passion for working with children and young people in nature.
Volunteer stories - championing inclusion with June Lambert
This Volunteers' Week, we're shinning a spotlight on the incredible story of June Lambert - an inspiring volunteer whose…
We’re celebrating 65 years of Essex Wildlife Trust
Look back at all we’ve achieved together for wildlife.
Submit your highlights and memories over the last six and a half decades.
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