CCT - Guided Walks and Talks Volunteers
The Cotswold Canals Trust
Guide walks, share canal history, support visitors, and promote the Cotswold Canals Trust.
Canal Walk Guides bring the canals’ story to life by leading walks that share their history, heritage, wildlife, and restoration progress. Working in pairs as Lead and Assistant Guide, volunteers guide groups of up to 12 people, answer questions, and encourage engagement with the Trust’s work. They help ensure visitor safety and enjoyment, highlight ongoing projects, and inspire support for the Cotswold Canals Trust and its mission.
Advice, Information & Support,Community Work,Teaching & Training,Environmental,Campaigning & Lobbying
Conservation, Language Skills, Research
Enthusiasm for the canals, their history, and restoration Confidence to speak clearly to groups of up to 12 people Friendly, approachable, and able to make visitors feel welcome Reliable and punctual, with a willingness to work as part of a team No prior knowledge of the canal is required – full training will be provided Public speaking, teaching, or guiding experience is helpful but not essential Interest in local history, heritage, or the environment is an advantage
The chance to meet new people and be part of a friendly volunteer community Satisfaction of sharing your passion for the canals and inspiring others Opportunities to develop public speaking and guiding skills Being part of an important local restoration project with lasting community and environmental impact Flexible hours to fit around your availability
Minimum of one walk per month, May to September
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Canalside between Stroud Brewery and Fromebridge.
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