We rely on volunteers to get involved and help undertake valuable work. From practical countryside management, wildlife surveying and controlling invasive species, to inputting data through to helping in public-facing roles in our National Park Centres and at public events.
Volunteers complement our staff effort and increase the amount we can achieve together.
Take a look at our current volunteer opportunities below. If you are interested in applying for one of these roles, click the 'Fill in an application' button, within the details of the role.
If time is short, have a look at our micro volunteering roles on our Look Wild on Exmoor page on Eventbrite. These seasonal activities are easy to sign up for and require no ongoing commitment.
For more general enquiries contact getinvolved@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk.
Get involved with the Simonsbath - Ashcombe Garden Volunteers. This lost Garden was designed and started by John Knight in the early 1800's but never finished. The garden represents one of the last Picturesque landscapes in England but it’s original vision was never completed. Traces of garden terraces, bridges and paths remain, but very little is known about the overall plan for the gardens. We are now working on uncover and reawaken this landscape, making it a welcome space for visitors to explore.
Focuses of activity vary from practical ground work, planting, through to historical research and ongoing maintenance of the garden.
Woodland is integral to the many special qualities which help define the character of the National Park. Our tree nursery in Exford is an important part of efforts to increase tree cover on the moor, supporting our ambitions for nature recovery and helping woodlands and landscapes become resilient to climate change and diseases.
Volunteers are a vital part of the support team for the nursery, working along staff from our Woodlands Team. We have a range of volunteer opportunities for people to learn more about trees, assist with seed collection & propagation, help with day-to-day activities at the nursery and with aftercare of newly planted trees in our local woods.
The Exmoor Pioneers project seeks to connect people to the natural and cultural heritage of the former Royal Forest in the heart of Exmoor, support nature recovery, protect heritage at risk, and develop the skills needed to support this landscape in the future.
We will host a wide range of volunteering opportunities within the Exmoor Pioneers project. Whether you’re interested in seed sowing and horticultural tasks, habitat creation for priority species, event support, mapping of heritage sites through remote sensing, community excavations, or archival research, there will be something for everyone. Register with us to be kept up to date with exciting new opportunities to get involved with this project.
Exmoor Pioneers seeks to nurture and grow local talent to support the development of skills that can sustain the natural and cultural heritage of Exmoor. Exmoor Pioneers is for everyone, and we will host many events and volunteer opportunities where everyone is welcome. But we recognise there are specific challenges some groups face to accessing or experiencing wild places and this is something we’re trying to tackle. We have some specific focus audiences: young people (including young people with disabilities), families (including those from low-income backgrounds), Global Majority groups (including black and minority ethnic groups), older residents facing social isolation or poor wellbeing, and local residents in general who do not currently engage with Exmoor.
Ever wondered what lies hidden beneath Exmoor’s rolling hills and wooded valleys? The Living Landscapes – Exmoor Pioneers lidar portal project is your chance to uncover the secrets of the past using remote sensing technology. Discover lost settlements, trackways, and field systems - through an interactive online portal.
Ideal volunteering from home opportunity.
Training and Support provided
On the portal website you will find great training videos to take you through the process of understanding what Lidar is, how it works and how you can begin making archaeological discoveries on Exmoor.
We are running an online evening workshop on Thurs 22nd Jan to discuss findings and give support to new users of the portal.
Field Visits
Once discoveries are made, you will have the chance to get your boots on and explore your findings alongside heritage experts, helping us to gain deeper insights into Exmoor’s past. Be part of the journey and help bring Exmoor’s lost heritage to light!
How to get started
Click here to register your interest on our form. Our Heritage Ranger, Kimberley Colman will then be in touch with details of how to access the Lidar portal.
Basic training is available to all volunteers.
People who are not regularly volunteering on Exmoor may be asked to make a donation to Caremoor for Exmoor.
See course details below for more information.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volunteer Coffee Mornings | 2 | 2/27/2026 | 5/8/2026 | |
Every year Staff and volunteers help hundreds of school children and families to visit and learn about Exmoor. We need volunteers to help in different capacities
We are currently recruiting volunteers for a new Activity Assistant role at our National Park Centre in Lynmouth. If you are interested in this role click on the following link for more details https://bttr.im/i64mb
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Park Centre Activity Assistant Lynmouth | 1 | |||
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynmouth Coast Beach Clean | 1 | 1/31/2026 | 1/31/2026 | |
Get Involved, working in collaboration with partner organisations to promote, support and develop of a wide range of opportunities, helping more people to enjoy, learn about and help look after Exmoor National Park.
