Grace Eyre have partnered with Preston Park Station, to help raise awareness and contribute to our local community.
As part of our partnership, we are responsible for maintaining the flower planters on the platforms.
We need the help of some willing volunteers to look after the planters. Could this be you?
Benefits
- Training and support
- Recognition and appreciation
- Expenses reimbursement (in line with policy).
Practical Considerations
The planters are on the station platform, which requires access via stairs with no step free access.
Support Disabled
If you require support to volunteer for this role, please bring them with you when you volunteer. Please note that the planters are on the station platform, which requires access via stairs with no step-free accessSkills
Our Flower Planter Maintenance Micro-Volunteers will be responsible for looking after the plants. This includes watering, weeding, planting new plants, dead-heading and cutting back. Tools will be provided. It also involves looking after the planters themselves, including an annual wood treatment.
This role is ideal for people who have an hour or so each week to spend outdoors and enjoy it.
When do I need to be available?
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Where does this role take place?
- Activities
- Gardening and allotments
- Details
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Disabled Access
The planters are on the station platform, which requires access via stairs with no step free access - Equal Opportunities Policy or Statement
- Expenses
- Health and Safety
- Induction
- Insurance Cover for Volunteers
- Other
- Suitable for 13 - 16 years
- Suitable for 16 - 18 years
- Suitable for a group of volunteers
- Suitable only for (e.g. 18+, LGBT, BAME, Women only)
- Support on Offer
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This role is adaptable for different abilities
If the access to the planters is not a limitation - Training


