You can volunteer at Rutland Water.

A spokesperson from the team said: "Love Rutland Water? Want to be a part of keeping it beautiful? Then join us as a volunteer or 'Park Lover' as we like to call them.

"Our dedicated 'Park Lovers' are responsible for caring and attending to Rutland Water and maintaining its greenery to ensure it remains a safe and clean place for visitors and the wildlife that live there."

Rutland Water requires a lot of maintenance and the team rely on volunteers to help out. Image credit: Nub News.

When can I volunteer?

The volunteering programme runs every week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Normanton Church is just one of the beauty spots on Rutland Water that attracts visitors from across the country. Image credit: Debs Banyard.

What will I be doing?

While volunteering duties can vary, some key duties include:

• Hedge laying
• Coppicing
• Woodland management
• Wildflower meadow management
• General gardening duties
• Litter picking
• Carpentry
• Fencing

Rutland Water Aqua Park is a popular spot for toursists and locals visiting Rutland Water in the summer months. Image credit: Nub News.

How will I benefit? 

As well as being rewarding, becoming a 'Park Lover' brings other key benefits including:

• An annual Rutland Water Park car parking pass
• A 'Park Lovers'' polo shirt
• Regular social events
• Option to learn new skills
• Opportunity to meet like-minded people
• Christmas party & Summer Picnic
• Plenty of biscuits and tea

Enjoy the great outdoors and give back to the local community by volunteering at Rutland Water. Image credit: Nub News.

How do I volunteer?

To get involved contact us on 01572 653042 or email: [email protected]