The Shared Earth Trust is delighted to announce that it has been awarded funding to deliver the Root & Branch: Volunteer Growth Programme,
an ambitious two‑year initiative designed to expand and diversify nature‑based volunteering opportunities at Denmark Farm Conservation Centre.
Rooted in nature, branching into the community
A project to support and enhance our volunteer programme
The project is rooted in nature and will place a strong emphasis on connecting people with the natural world, offering hands‑on conservation, sustainable gardening, digital media, Welsh language and outreach roles.
Branching into the community, the project will engage local volunteers (adults, children aged 11 upwards, and families) to gain practical skills, build confidence, and enjoy a deeper connection to the environment.
Conservation
Fortnightly sessions
Conservation Volunteers help us maintain the varied habitats and rich biodiversity within the 40‑acre nature reserve.
Gardening
Fortnightly sessions
Our Gardening Volunteers help us care for and develop the wildlife‑friendly vegetable and flower beds.
Photography
Ad-hoc sessions
Our Photographer Volunteers help capture the beauty, wildlife, people and activities around the site.
Welsh Language Mentor
Fortnightly sessions
Our Welsh Language Mentors support other volunteers to practice and build confidence in their Welsh.
Minibus Driver
Fortnightly sessions
Our Minibus Driver Volunteers play a vital part in helping people access volunteering opportunities at Denmark Farm.
Social Media
Ad-hoc sessions
Our Social Media Volunteers help create engaging content and building meaningful online connections.
Admin & Outreach
Regular & ad-hoc sessions
Our admin and outreach volunteers help keep things running smoothly and promote Denmark Farm at local events and shows.
Building on Denmark Farm’s 40‑year track record in conservation and community engagement, the project will also support the organisation in achieving the prestigious Investing in Volunteers (IiV) accreditation, ensuring the highest standards of volunteer experience and support.
Chris Lambert, Nature Reserve and Volunteer Manager at Denmark Farm said:
“We are thrilled to receive this funding, which will allow us to welcome more people into nature‑based volunteering and strengthen the role of the Welsh language and culture in our activities.”
This programme will help people feel more connected to their community while contributing to biodiversity, personal wellbeing, and local pride.”
Keen to get involved?
No experience is needed for many of the roles as full tuition will be given, so don’t worry if you can’t tell a Pied-Flycatcher from a Great Spotted Woodpecker… our team are here to support and encourage all our volunteers.
For more information or to get involved as a volunteer, Welsh-language mentor, driver, photographer or in any other way, please send an enquiry via our volunteer form:
This project is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, administrated and supported by the Cynnal y Cardi Team for Ceredigion County Council.
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Fortnightly sessions
Fortnightly sessions
Ad-hoc sessions
Fortnightly sessions
Fortnightly sessions
Ad-hoc sessions
Regular & ad-hoc sessions
