Gardening and Path Clearing
Gardening and Path Clearing
Posted for Friends of Billing Road Cemetery
Posted by Community Action Northants
You will be redirected to the Community Action Northants website to express your interest.
We have limited gardening options in the cemetery, but we do have an area that we are able to use. We are gradually planting various native species in a specific area - this is an ongoing project. To improve biodiversity, we have asked WNC not to use weedkiller on the paths. We therefore have been hand-weeding. This has led to the discovery of features previously hidden by debris - a very interesting and exciting archaeological aspect to our work. We have a calendar of events in addition to our physical work in the cemetery. NB: Do not work in the cemetery outside our set sessions. We have specific areas that we are allowed to work in and limited permitted activities. The cemetery is in the Billing Road Conservation Area and being a cemetery we have to be respectful at all times.
What skills do I need?
Basic gardening skills - weeding, grass cutting, planting etc. An interest in finding hidden features. Improving our green urban oasis for the benefit of all. Volunteers of all ages are welcome but Children and vulnerable adults MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 16s
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
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As we are an entirely voluntary community group, we plan events and activities throughout the year. The main gardening activities will be led by planting/maintenance seasons.
Path Clearing is generally late spring to early autumn. We try to plan a schedule of sessions in the cemetery as well as regular annual events.
Location:
Billing Road Cemetery
Northampton
Northamptonshite
NN1 5DE
You will be redirected to the Community Action Northants website to express your interest.
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