Volunteering
Background
The Flat Holm Project manages the island as a Local Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest.
The Project conserves the island's natural and cultural features, from maritime grassland to Victorian
barracks, from seabird colonies to wartime bunkers.
There is a field study centre on the island, which can accommodate residential groups. The Project also
runs summer day trips for visitors.
The Project employs a manager, warden and 2 seasonal assistant wardens who are based on the island all
year; two boat crew and one office staff.
The Project can support up to six volunteers at any time. A commitment of six months is ideal. If you are
interested in a shorter placement, you should still contact the Project Office.
What do
volunteers get?
Although we cannot pay volunteers we offer:
• free board and basic shared accommodation
• help with travel expenses
• external training (First Aid, machinery etc.)
• invaluable experience in a wide range of tasks, with an excellent success rate of volunteers
gaining paid employment.
What do volunteers do?
As a volunteer you will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day running of the island, including:
• delivering education to school groups
• recording and monitoring wildlife
• practical habitat management
• leading guided tours for visitors
• maintaining listed buildings
• stock care and control
• leading volunteer work parties
What do volunteers need?
• a knowledge of environmental/natural sciences or countryside management
• enthusiasm
• flexibility
• communication skills
• commitment
For more information, contact the Project Office.
Other Volunteering Opportunities
A voluntary group, the Flat Holm Society, supports the project in many areas of its work, including helping
conduct guided tours for day visitors. For more information please contact:
Flatholm Booking Office
Cardiff Harbour Authority Queen Alexandra House Cargo Road Cardiff Bay CF10 4LY Tel:029 20 877912Fax: 029 20877901 email: flatholmproject@cardiff.gov.uk
Website: www.flatholmisland.com
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