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Volunteer Room Guide

  • VO88831

Description

As a volunteer room guide you'll be interacting with international visitors of Gladstone's Land directly, telling them of the property's fascinating history and helping them gain insight into what life was like on Edinburgh's Lawnmarket throughout the last 400 years.
We also offer additional research or guiding opportunities, if requested.

Organisation aims and objectives

The National Trust for Scotland is the conservation charity that protects and promotes Scotland's natural and cultural heritage. Volunteers play a vital role in this work, ensuring that our historic buildings and our natural environment are preserved for present and future generations to enjoy.

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3 hours per week

Restrictions

Experience required: Essential: good communication skills, friendly and personable. Desirable: history or heritage knowledge, but information on the house will be provided.
Travel details: We are located on the Lawnmarket in Edinburgh's Old Town, the property is a 17th century tenement with turnpike stairs and low doors. There are no parking spaces but we can store a bike or two. 5 minute walk from Waverly Station, Princes Street or the Bridges, closes bus stops for #23, 27, 41, 42.
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses details: No expenses.
Taster available: Yes
Training details: After an induction session we offer a shadowing shift which you would spend with other volunteers, familiarising yourself with the house. You are also welcome to join our tours for more information. Your first shift will be with one a staff member of seasoned volunteer (or solo if you feel confident)
Support: Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

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