We are fortunate to have a collective of over 400 volunteer wardens supporting us with the work we do. The Cotswold Voluntary Wardens were established in 1968 and have continued to grow year on year. Anyone can join: all you need is enthusiasm for the Cotswolds, and a willingness to offer your time and skills to help keep the Cotswolds special.
Our wardens help in all sorts of ways, including:
- Work parties – helping conserve and enhance the Cotswolds National Landscape, taking part in a range of projects from dry stone walling, hedge laying, and tree planting, to installing kissing gates and pond restoration.
- Parish wardening – Working with parish councils, farmers, and local residents to help keep footpaths open and identify local features in need of restoration.
- Leading guided walks – Leading guided walks, introducing people to the joy of walking, hiking, and being outside, welcoming new audiences to the great outdoors, and promoting the Cotswolds.
- Education – Working with schools to help children and young people learn about the Cotswolds landscape.
- Shows and talks – Promoting the work of the wardens, and the value of looking after the Cotswolds landscape.
You can find out more about our wardens on their Facebook page: Cotswold Voluntary Wardens & Friends.
Interested? Then please contact us…
If you are interested in joining the wardens, have a look at what’s involved in this Essential Guide, or alternatively email info@cotswolds-nl.org.uk or telephone 07841 663607. You can download and complete the warden application form here.