SUPPORT US
Becoming a supporter of Gwrych Castle is an easy and inexpensive way for you to assist the work of the Trust in the massive task of conserving, repairing, interpreting and maintaining Gwrych Castle. You can play your part in protecting this integral element of our national heritage for future generations.
Take a look at our plans for the Phase 1 Shell Repair project below.
DONATE
Gwrych Castle Preservation Trust needs to raise substantial sums of money to help to save this nationally important building and historic landscape. Kind donations have helped us to purchase the property on behalf of the Nation and any donation, however small, will help us on this journey. Charitable contributions are also tax deductible.
GOFUNDME CAMPAIGN
We would like to say a massive thank you to everybody who donated to our GoFundMe campaign! Your donation has enabled us to connect to mains electric for the first time in over 30 years.
We now need help to enable us to reconnect the water at Gwrych Castle for the first time since the 1980’s. We’re looking to have a borehole which will enable us to get water from the castle’s land.
We appreciate your support and every penny raised will take us one step closer to bringing Gwrych Castle back to its former glory.
VOLUNTEER
Q. How Do I Apply To Become A Volunteer At Gwrych Castle?
A. Please contact us for further details.
Email: info@gwrychcastle.co.uk to arrange a visit with our Estate Manager.
Q. Why Volunteer?
A. Gwrych Castle has a dedicated group of volunteers who give their time across a variety of roles. People volunteer with us for many reasons – most often as a way of giving something back to the community, and the satisfaction around knowing that they have contributed towards the wellbeing of the house and its preservation for future generations.
Volunteering with us gives you:
• structure to your day and a sense of achievement
• a challenge and an opportunity for personal development
• an opportunity to learn new skills or to use your lifetime skills
• an opportunity to meet others and to make social contact
Q. Can Anyone Volunteer?
A. Volunteers are an integral part of the team at Gwrych Castle, and we appoint them with all possible care and attention. There is a simple application form, two references are asked for, and dependent on the role you choose, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We arrange all this for you, so don’t worry about the process.
No special skills are needed and all relevant training will be given. We have volunteers of all ages and from all walks of life. Some of our volunteers also have full-time jobs and they welcome the chance to help in their spare time. Couples are also welcome to apply.
Q. Will It Cost Me Anything?
A. We aim to provide all necessary tools to complete tasks so no need to buy tools! Any other costs such as travel expenses can be discussed at the start of your volunteer role.
Q. What Training Will I Receive?
A. At the start of your role you will receive a full site induction, covering health and safety information, and role specific in house training. Each volunteer role has a written role description clearly stating what the role involves. Wherever possible, new volunteers are placed with more experienced volunteers so you can learn as you go along. You will never be asked to undertake any role for which you have not received appropriate instruction. All our training is provided free of charge.
Q. Is There A Minimum Amount I Have To Do Each Week?
A. Every role is different. In all areas we can be flexible about the time given. Some volunteers come in several times a week, others once a fortnight. We appreciate that many volunteers have a lot of demands on their time so we try to accommodate this by being as flexible as possible. Any of your time is greatly appreciated.
Q. Do Volunteers Do The Same Things As Paid Staff?
A. Volunteers usually do not carry out the work of paid employees. Volunteers add quality to the services that we offer by giving their time to support and assist paid employees to provide a high-quality effective service to our visitors in a busy working historic environment.
Q. Is Volunteering The Same As Work Experience?
A. No. Volunteers don’t undertake work done by paid staff, and volunteering is not a means of gaining Work Experience, but of course volunteering can enhance your CV, and references based on your performance can be requested.