If you have time any to spare and would like to become involved in Bede's World as a volunteer, there are many opportunities for you to play a significant part in the development of this special place. As well as making a valuable contribution to the running and promotion of the site, you will get the chance to meet and work with the rest of our enthusiastic and dedicated team.
Laura Lamp, Visitor Services Manager, will be happy to talk to you and see how your skills and experience can be put to the best use.
You can ring Laura on 0191 489 2106 or email her on visitor.info@bedesworld.co.uk.
Here is a list of the tasks we have:
Curatorial assistance
Help with updating museum records and caring for our special collection of archaeological finds.
Guiding
Welcoming visitors, giving directions and information, monitoring exhibits, room stewarding and undertaking guided tours.
Anglo-Saxon crafts
Spinning,weaving, pole-lathe working, peopling the site etc.
Assistance on reception
Welcoming visitors, promoting the site, St Paul's Church and the Wearmouth-Jarrow Partnership.
Assistance in the gift shop
Assisting visitors with their purchases, ensuring that the shop is attractively displayed.
Maintenance of grounds
Grass, Trees, pathways, borders, weeding. Assisting the Herb Club volunteers in taking care of the Medieval Herb Garden.
Development of the Anglo-Saxon farm
Animal Welfare, trees, crops, general maintenance of fields, fences, and buildings, stream clearance.
Education
Assistance with high-quality school visits and helping out with Bede's World events.
