Tour Guide

The most important aspect of the role is conveying an enthusiasm for the site, which will include:

  • Researching, writing and delivering tours
  • Getting visitors involved through brief guided toursĀ 
  • Sign-posting certain areas of interest to our visitorsĀ 
  • Engaging with visitors, providing information about the history of the site, answering questions and sharing knowledge of the surrounding area

Skills

  • Enthusiasm for history
  • A confident and effective communicator
  • Friendly and approachable to all visitors
  • Volunteers in this role will have to stand for long periods, walk around the site and may spend time outside

Details

  • Accessibility
    Historic steps; ruined walls; long grass; uneven surfaces eg rabbit holes and cobblestones can be hazardous.
  • Age restrictions
    16+ only
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Travel expenses available
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    Volunteer manager on hand for support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No Yes Yes
Afternoon No No No No No Yes Yes
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

The role will start as one weekend day a month, with the plan to add more dates as the volunteer programme develops.


Location

Prudhoe Castle
Castle View
Prudhoe
NE42 6NA


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