Volunteer opportunities

"Due to a large increase in the number of people wishing to join our volunteering opportunities the applications lists are now closed.  FCSBC are limited for space in the polytunnels and the Parks staff only have the capacity to train a limited number of new Horticultural volunteers at one time.

If you wish your name to be put onto the waiting lists for either Polytunnel Volunteers or Horticultural Volunteers please contact us.  You will be emailed when we are able to open up these opportunities again."

 We welcome volunteers whatever your level and knowledge of plants. All we ask from you is a willingness to learn, commitment and a sense of humour.  Wednesday and Saturday mornings, 4 - 5 hours.

All you need is a packed lunch, a drink and some gardening gloves. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather; extra layers in winter, layers you can shed in summer.

We run a Plant Shop at the Botanical Gardens in Swansea selling trees, shrubs, perennials, vegetables, bulbs and herbs to the public. Each Wednesday throughout the year we meet in the polytunnel just inside the gate of the Botanical Gardens any time from 9 am onwards.   We open the Shop on a Saturday morning from April to September.

• ALL Volunteering Opportunities are now closed - WAITING LIST ONLY

• Volunteer within the Botanical Gardens, supporting the work of the trained horticulturists (physically demanding activity).  

Monday to Saturday half or full days by helping out with the basic maintenance of the Botanical Gardens plant collections and the general upkeep of the Botanical Gardens. This is a unique opportunity to work with the diverse plant collection within the Botanical Gardens and gain new knowledge and skills.

Activities under the direction of Parks Department staff.

• ALL Volunteering Opportunities are now closed - WAITING LIST ONLY