Voluntary Action South West Surrey

Are you interested in helping with the practical management of some of Surrey's most important and beautiful habitats, whilst learning about the wonderful wildlife they support? Then our mid-week conservation group could be just the thing.

Our friendly mid-week group meets on Tuesdays to carry out practical conservation tasks on our nature reserves in and around Surrey. During the winter, this consists mostly of scrub clearance (complete with warming bonfire), whilst in the summer it varies from infrastructure work (mending fences, installing gates etc.), clearing bracken, creating areas of bare sand and conducting reptile surveys. It's the perfect excuse to get out in the fresh air and get some rewarding exercise.

Volunteers need to provide suitable outdoor clothing (including boots and waterproofs) and bring their own packed lunch, but we provide everything else - including tea and biscuits. Volunteers with also need to arrange their own transport to and from the Witley Centre at the beginning and end of tasks. However, we are located near to Milford railway station. 

Applications from students (aged 14 and over) undertaking their Duke of Edinburgh Award would be welcome.

All tasks are supervised by staff and no previous experience is required - just enthusiasm! Informal training on practical conservation skills, species ID and habitat management are always provided. There may also be the opportunity to provide more formal, structured training for committed long-term volunteers. Unfortunately, as we are a small charity, we are not able to reimburse travel expenses.

Whether you're available for a few hours or a full day, your help would be greatly appreciated. If you would like any more information, or to ask any questions, please contact us by pressing the 'sign up' button

Join us as a Cherry Trees Collection Tin Distributor in Surrey and Hampshire!

Are you keen to get out into the local community and help fundraise for Cherry Trees, then this volunteering role is perfect for you!

We are looking for friendly, reliable and organised individuals to help distribute our collection tins in the local community across Surrey and Hampshire, to maximise fundraising and awareness.

You are required to distribute and collect if/when required, to build a rapport with the supporter, and to take the full collection tin to the Cherry Trees fundraising team in either East Clandon or Goldcrest Lodge.

18+

ID badges & tins provided with authorisation letters

Hours to suit

A full overview of Cherry Trees will be provided by our friendly fundraising team. 

If you are interested in finding out more, then please click on the 'Fill in an Application' link and we will get back to you.

Join us as a Cherry Trees Events Team Volunteer!

Are you looking to develop skills, wanting to give back to the local community all while supporting Cherry Trees events - then join us!

We are looking for community and event enthusiasts who are reliable, friendly, have a can-do attitude and are keen to support and help Cherry Trees deliver our fantastic events across the year, including flagship events, golf days and local summer fayres and fêtes.

You will need to be available to support events in varied and sociable roles across Surrey and Hampshire. 

Your tasks could include

• Helping to load and unload Cherry Trees vehicle, with some light lifting
• Help with event set-up e.g. putting up a gazebo, pop-up banners, merchandise table
• Car parking marshalling
• Selling raffle tickets
• Running a stall at a local fête/ fayre
• Sharing Cherry Trees marketing material with attendees e.g. flyers
• Promoting future Cherry Trees events across Surrey and Hampshire 
• On the day Cherry Trees Ambassadors who are friendly, cheery and helpful
• Assisting with attendee questions/ queries
• Working in a Team

Times vary from 2-6 hours depending on event and you must be 18+

Upcoming Events

Jazz in the Vineyard - Sat 6 June

Horsley Mid-Summer Party - Sat 20 June

Guildford Lions Golf Day at Clandon Regis - Fri 10 July

St. Georges Hill Golf Day - Thurs 8 October

To apply for this role or if you would like further information please fill in an application form and we will be in contact shortly.

As part of our Volunteer Team you will receive regular updates and training, opportunities to attend our events and be rewarded with the appreciation of our clients for whom this may be an essential lifeline.   

For monthly weekend lunches for older people: the Cook agrees the menu with the Lunch Coordinator, oversees the cooking and serving of the food and clears up the cooking area. The Food Preparation Assistants help the cook prepare the vegetables etc, serve the lunch and clear the cooking area.

Experience and enjoyment of cooking (particularly for the role of Cook), enjoys working as part of a team, enjoys company. Cooks must hold a food hygiene certificate (training for this will be provided by Farnham ASSIST, if necessary).

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO COMMIT TO ONCE A MONTH.  YOU WILL BE ON A ROTA WITH OTHER COOKS

For further information please follow the 'Fill in an application' link.

Farnham

Our volunteers help with all manner of growing tasks; we have something to suit all abilities. Things our volunteers get up to in the field include:

Sowing seeds in the polytunnel
Potting on plants
Planting out seedlings in the field
Preparing the soil for planting, using a broad fork and rake
Weeding, tidying and maintaining the crops
Harvesting the crops (Wednesdays and Thursday morning); picking and digging up the veg required that week
Weighing out veg for each member's bag
Building infrastructure (e.g., a shed), creating structures for the children’s area, or repairing wooden items. 
Topping up vegetable beds with manure or compost

Tea and lunch breaks are an important part of the day, when we all sit together to chat and enjoy tea, coffee, and biscuits—provided free by the farm. 

We welcome volunteers Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (or 4pm in the winter).  All abilities are welcome and we don't ask for any commitment, just come when it suits you. Please click 'fill in an application' to find out more or apply. 

As a fundraising volunteer for Guide Dogs, you’ll be part of a team in your local area that shares stories about what we do and raises vital funds to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. From planning events and helping at collections, to placing our iconic guide dog collection boxes with local businesses – you’ll get to hear inspiring stories, meet incredible people and dogs, and see the difference you’re making firsthand.

We’ve got volunteer roles to suit all passions, skillsets and schedules. You can make the role your own and you only need to take on as much as works for you.

You’ll have the full support of your team, a dedicated Guide Dogs volunteer manager, and you’ll also receive any training you might need to help you in your role. We also cover all reasonable expenses related to your volunteering.

In return, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for our life-changing guide dogs and other vital services. You’ll also gain experiences, memories and friendships that last a lifetime.

Guildford Opera is seeking a Costume Assistant to help with our next show!

We are looking for a volunteer with strong sewing skills to act as a Costume Assistant for our December 2026 production of Donizetti's opera Lucia di Lammermoor. Prior experience working in a theatre setting is desirable but not essential - we are a small charity and most of us are volunteers, so we're also keen to hear from talented amateurs who are confident working independently.

The role involves supporting our Costume Supervisor to prepare and maintain the costumes for the show.

Our ideal Costume Assistant would:

• Be confident in hand- and machine-sewing
• Be able to make a range of alterations (including blind-hemming, shortening dresses and sleeves, taking in trousers and sewing on buttons)
• Assist at costume fittings on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November (location TBC - in/near Guildford; lifts can be provided!)
• Have time between Sunday 29th November and Tuesday 1st December to carry out alterations to at least three costumes
• Have their own sewing machine to carry out alterations at home

We'd be delighted if you'd like to join us at the dress rehearsals and performances (1st-5th December) to help organise and maintain costumes during the run, however this by no means essential.

All our volunteers are treated just the same as members of the company - you'll have the opportunity to meet new people, join our social events and become part of a lively, welcoming community! Volunteers are also given a small allocation of free tickets to our shows, in recognition of the support they give.

We offer volunteers as much flexibility as we can and will adapt roles to suit you where possible. We welcome people from all backgrounds; we're also happy to provide reasonable adjustments to support you in your volunteer role.

To let us know you're interested in volunteering with us, please scroll to the top of this page and click on Fill in an application form (on the right-hand side of this advert). We'll then arrange an informal chat at a time to suit you - please note there's no commitment at this stage. We look forward to hearing from you!

• Be a champion for marketing within the club
• Oversee social media communications to ensure they are happening and are in a consistent style
• Conceive of and implement (with support if appropriate) marketing ideas
• Ensure the club has the right marketing collateral, e.g. flyers
• Website maintenance and updates

The role can be undertaken remotely, but our preference would be for someone who wants to integrate with the club and attend matches, social events, etc., and thereby benefit from the Guildfordians community and also fully appreciate the welcoming ethos at Guildfordians Rugby Club that will be part of the marketing message.

Guildfordians Rugby Club has some very valued and engaged sponsors, but always values additonal sponsors and other sources of income.   We seek someone to undertake all, or some, of the following:-

• Be a liaison point between club and sponsors ensuring both get value from the relationship
• Seek and procure new sponsors
• Identify opportunities for grant funding
• Draft and make submissions for grant funding

The role can be undertaken remotely, but our preference would be for someone who wants to integrate with the club and attend matches, social events, etc., and thereby benefit from the Guildfordians community.

Volunteer with halow!

Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community

Volunteer with halow!

Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community

Volunteer with halow!

Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community

Volunteer with halow!

Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community

Volunteer with halow!

Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community

Volunteer with halow!

Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community

Volunteer with Haslemere Town Council – Make a Difference in Your Community!

Haslemere Town Council organises a variety of events throughout the year, and we’re always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make them a success. From car boot sales and Christmas carolling to marshalling Remembrance Sunday, there’s something for everyone to get involved with.

Volunteering is a fantastic opportunity to connect with your local community, support meaningful events, and work alongside our friendly Council team. Whether you're looking to gain experience, meet new people, or simply give back, we’d love to hear from you.

Council staff will always be on hand to support and guide volunteers, ensuring you're comfortable and confident in your role—no experience is necessary, just a positive attitude and willingness to help.

All events take place in Haslemere, which is easily accessible:

• By car: Haslemere has a variety of car parking options. 

• By train: Haslemere Station is on the mainline between London and Portsmouth.

• By bus: Regular services include:

  • Stagecoach 19 (to Farnham/Aldershot),

  • Stagecoach 23 (to Liphook/Alton),

  • Stagecoach 70/71 (to Guildford/Midhurst),

  • Stagecoach 123/113 (to Alton/Grayshott).

If you’re over 18 and would like to be added to our volunteer list, please apply to register your interest—we’ll be in touch with more information.

Role Purpose

Our Event Volunteer role is vital in ensuring that we can help families of seriously ill children keep moving forward. From Cheer Squads - providing encouragement at cheer points for those participating in challenge events; running stalls at markets and events; helping with bucket collections; attending local events to raise our profile to getting into character as ‘Mo’ our owl mascot. The gift of your time is invaluable to our charity.

What we are looking for in our volunteers

We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly, trustworthy people who enjoy being in a group with other volunteers. Depending on the event, you will need to be able to withstand all weather conditions and be happy to be on your feet… or not! Flexibility, self-motivation and the willingness to motivate others are all great traits for Event Volunteers.   

What’s in it for you?

You will be part of the Momentum team of volunteers and will meet plenty of other like-minded, friendly people at whatever event you choose to get involved in. You will gain satisfaction knowing that you have made a difference to the participants and raised the profile of Momentum at the event.

Hours required

Hours will vary, but it could be anything from 2-6 hours per event. This is an ad-hoc role and we will keep you informed of dates/times that we are looking for volunteer support. We will contact you when we need you and you are under no obligation to accept if you are otherwise busy.

Location

The locations will vary but much of our work and events are based in Surrey, Sussex and South West London.

How we’ll support you

There will be a key point of contact for you from the Momentum office and we’ll give you all the information you need prior to the event, such as meeting points, required resources and points of contact.

Do you want to have fun, meet new people and help a local charity?

We are recruiting for volunteers to join our Events Team, helping Rainbow Trust by representing us at a wide range of fundraising and awareness events, such as the London Marathon and Royal Parks Run. 

Every day as an Events Volunteer is different - you get to pick and choose what events you would like to attend. 

We simply could not run the huge range of events we do without the support, energy and enthusiasm of our loyal volunteers, so why not join our team? This is a great opportunity for people who work or students who are not able to make a regular commitment.

We are particularly looking for volunteers to support our runners at the London Marathon on 21st April, cheering runners, welcoming, stewarding for example. We welcome volunteers from 18+.

Stall volunteers needed! Can you lend a hand?

We are looking for some enthusiastic volunteers to get stuck in with our internal hospital sales throughout the year!

This role will involve coming in and supervising one of the stalls we regularly hold on the ground floor of the hospital e.g selling books, cakes, children's toys etc. You will be handling donations and telling members of the public about the charity as they visit the stall. 

This role would suit you if you like variety and are positive, collaborative and really want to get involved with your local hospital and community!

By helping to raise money and awareness for The Royal Surrey County Hospital Charity you are helping to ensure that patients at the Royal Surrey County Hospital receive exceptional care in a welcoming and safe environment.

This role can be flexible around your schedule, so please get in touch if you are interested! 

If you are interested in helping Royal Surrey County Hospital Charity, please complete the online application form & we will be in touch!

We run a regular programme of volunteer sessions on our parks and countryside sites around Farnham, Godalming, Haslemere, and Cranleigh. These sessions involve carrying out practical works to improve the sites for both wildlife and visitors, and include tasks such as clearing small trees and scrub, hedge laying, path improvements, tree planting, grass cutting, and removing invasive species. Our sites include Frensham Great Pond and Common, Farnham Park, the Phillips Memorial Park, Blackheath Common, and many others.

You don’t need any specialist skills and we provide tools, work gloves, and full guidance, as well as hot drinks and biscuits. It’s a great way of getting out and about, meeting new people, and keeping fit.

Applications from students (aged 16 and over) undertaking their Duke of Edinburgh Award would be most welcome.  Under 16 year olds will need to be accompanied by an adult.

Most of our regular sessions are during the week, but we do also run 1 or 2 weekend sessions per month during the autumn and winter. You are free to come along to whichever sessions suit you, and there is no requirement to book or commit yourself in advance,

If you would like to sign up or want some further information then please click on the 'fill out application' button.