Volunteer Open Day
Location: Rainton Meadows,
Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 6PU
Rainton Meadows,
Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 6PUDiscover our range of volunteering opportunities across the Trust and how to get involved.
Event details
Date
Time
10:00am - 3:00pm
About the event
As you step into 2026, discover how you can take action for nature and start your volunteering journey with Durham Wildlife Trust.
Join us for our Volunteer Open Day, to explore our range of volunteering opportunities across the Trust and meet the team.
Staff will be present throughout the day with informative exhibits, and available to answer any questions. There will also be hands-on activities to get involved in and volunteer registration support available on the day.
Booking for the event is essential, all sessions running are on a drop-in basis.
| Time | Activity |
| 10am - 3pm | Information Stalls and Registration Support |
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Hedgelaying Demonstration and Activity |
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Guide in the Hide - Discover the birds of Rainton Meadows |
| 11:30 - 12pm | Explore Education Volunteering - Pond Dipping |
| 12:15 - 13:15 | Guided Walk - New Land at Rainton Meadows |
| 13:00 - 13:30 | Explore Education Volunteering - Pond Dipping |
| 13:30 - 14:30 | Hedgelaying Demonstration and Activity |
| 13:30 - 14:30 | Rainton Meadows Trail Cameras Demonstration |
Booking
Price
FreeAdditional booking information
For adults (18 years +)Suitable for
AdultsKnow before you go
Dogs
Contact us
Caitlin Elwin
Contact email: volunteer@durhamwt.co.uk