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Tree Care and Wildflower Planting

Nature Conservation Volunteers

26 Jun 2026 10:30 - 14:30
Come to tend to our trees, encourage our flowers, and banish the brambles. Help us clear off competing weeds so our trees and flowers can flourish!
Date: Friday 26th June 2026

Time: 10:30 - 14:30

Meeting place: Outside Pret

Tools and gloves are provided. No experience is needed. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and strong shoes or boots that you don't mind getting a little muddy. Bramble has prickly thorns, so wear old clothes that fully cover your arms, legs and ankles.

Volunteers can borrow wellies and raincoats from Warwick Volunteers but must email volunteers@warwick.ac.uk a few days before (stating their size).

Light snacks will be provided. Recommended to bring additional snacks and bottled water.

We encourage you to get in touch if you have any specific access requirements, or need more information about the content and delivery method of a specific volunteering opportunity. If you have any requests related to a disability, please email volunteers@warwick.ac.uk giving at least two working days’ notice if possible.

Please read the risk assessment before attending this session. Practical Conservation Using Hand Tools
- Type of VolunteeringAnimals, Conservation and Environment, Community
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry, On Campus
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Community Garden -Growing Together Stoke Heath

24 Jun 2026 10:00 - 14:00

We will be joining volunteers from Growing Together Stoke Heath and Coventry Urban Rangers , helping to create some raised beds at this new community garden.

Date: Wednesday 24 June
Time: 10.00pm-14:00pm
Location: Heath Road, Stoke Heath, Coventry
Transport provided to and from campus
Want to know what to expect watch this video created by our Student Leader, Norah. https://www.instagram.com/p/DZH2Kqyhsyk/

Tools and gardening gloves will be provided.

Drinks and snacks will be provided. Please let us know of any food allergies or dietary requirements we need to be aware of volunteers@warwick.ac.uk

Please wear warm waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear that you don’t mind getting muddy.

Please read the risk assessment before attending the session: Growing Together Stoke Heath

We encourage you to get in touch if you have any specific access requirements, or need more information about the content and delivery method of a specific volunteering opportunity. If you have any requests related to a disability, please email volunteers@warwick.ac.uk giving at least two working days’ notice if possible.

Type of VolunteeringAnimals, Conservation and Environment, Community, Health and Social Care
Location of VolunteeringOn Campus, Warwick

Communication
Intercultural Awareness
Teamwork

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Big Lunch

Community Crafters

20 Jun 2026 12:15 - 18:30
We’re looking for friendly volunteers to help out with fun craft activities and serving food to the community! It’s a fantastic chance to get involved, meet new people, and be part of a joyful day.
Lunch will be provided, and no experience is needed—just come along with a smile, some energy, and a community spirit!
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Children and Young people, Art, Craft and Design
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry
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Garden of Hope

Community Gardens

15 Jun 2026 09:40 - 12:20

We will be helping to compost and plant some vegetable patches. No previous gardening experience needed.The tranquil garden is maintained by local volunteers as a space for the local community to enjoy. The garden is part of St John's Church in Westwood and open to those of faith or no faith to explore. It is situated at the back of Sherbourne Halls.

Date: Monday 15 June
Time: 9:40am-12:20pm
Meeting point: 9:40am outside Pret
Location: Garden of Hope, St John's Church

Tools and gardening gloves will be provided.

Drinks and snacks will be provided. Please let us know of any food allergies or dietary requirements we need to be aware of volunteers@warwick.ac.uk

Please wear warm waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear that you don’t mind getting muddy.

We will walk to the site together, which is a 10 minutes from central campus.

Type of VolunteeringAnimals, Conservation and Environment, Community
Location of VolunteeringCoventry, On Campus

Communication
Sustainability
Teamwork

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STAR Tuesday Conversation Club Refugee Week Celebration Session 16/06

Warwick STAR

16 Jun 2026 13:00 - 15:30
This is our last session of the academic year and we will be celebrating Refugee Week with participants! There will be snacks, drums, board games and karaoke, so come along for a very fun farewell session!! STAR volunteers support refugees and asylum seekers in Coventry to improve their confidence speaking English and create a comfortable, welcoming environment for everyone involved. Volunteers will develop teaching skills in a comfortable and low-pressure environment, as well as building participants' confidence. We also offer reading and writing support, as well as some fun games to wind down! Please join our group chat using this link as it is where we navigate transport: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hu12LD4TCf1J3Y1CVlBGO0
- Please meet us at the University bus interchange at 3:00pm for the Monday session and 1:00pm for the Tuesday session if you need free transport from campus.
- We will be back on campus by 5:30pm on Monday and 3:30pm on Tuesday.
- Make sure to join our Conversation Club Volunteers group chat if you are a new volunteer to make sure you are able to find us at the interchange!
- If you would like to make your own way to the addresses in Coventry, please message us on the volunteers gc.
- Conversation Club Volunteers gc link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hu12LD4TCf1J3Y1CVlBGO0
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Justice and Human Rights, Languages
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry
- Communication
- Ethical Values
- Intercultural Awareness
- Organisational Awareness
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Self-awareness
- Teamwork
Closing date for applications is 16 Jun.
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STAR Monday Conversation Club Refugee Week Celebration 15/06

Warwick STAR

15 Jun 2026 15:00 - 17:30
This is our last session of the academic year and we will be celebrating Refugee Week with participants! There will be snacks, drums, board games, crafts activities and karaoke, so come along for a very fun farewell session!! STAR volunteers support refugees and asylum seekers in Coventry to improve their confidence speaking English and aim to create a comfortable, welcoming environment. Volunteers will develop teaching skills in a comfortable and low-pressure environment, as well as building participants' confidence. We also offer reading and writing support, as well as some fun games to wind down! Please join our group chat using this link as it is where we navigate transport: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hu12LD4TCf1J3Y1CVlBGO0
- Please meet us at the University bus interchange at 3:00pm for the Monday session and 1:00pm for the Tuesday session if you need free transport from campus.
- We will be back on campus by 5:30pm on Monday and 3:30pm on Tuesday.
- Make sure to join our Conversation Club Volunteers group chat if you are a new volunteer to make sure you are able to find us at the interchange!
- If you would like to make your own way to the addresses in Coventry, please message us on the volunteers gc.
- Conversation Club Volunteers gc link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hu12LD4TCf1J3Y1CVlBGO0
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Justice and Human Rights, Languages
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry
- Communication
- Ethical Values
- Intercultural Awareness
- Organisational Awareness
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Self-awareness
- Teamwork
Closing date for applications is 15 Jun.
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Befrienders required for our Chatterbox telephone service to help tackle loneliness across the UK

Omega - Ending Isolation Ending Loneliness

Ongoing
Chatterbox is an award-winning enhanced telephone befriending programme aimed at people who are socially isolated and struggling with loneliness. Clients may have a range of complex needs including poor physical or mental health, bereavement, are caring for a family member with an illness. Chatterbox Befrienders offer one-to-one telephone support by calling a client once a week for a friendly chat and to offer a listening ear. Chatterbox befrienders are all ages, from all walks of life, and are located across the UK
This role could be for you, if you:
- Would like to make a real difference to someone’s life
- Want to challenge loneliness and can commit to a weekly phone call
- Are a good listener
- Are empathetic, patient, and of a caring nature
- Have good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Recognise the importance of confidentiality and can uphold this in practice
- Are committed to inclusion and treating people with dignity and respect.
Requirements of the role:
- Calling your client once a week for a chat for around 30 minutes; this is initially a 26-week commitment, at the end of which each client’s needs are reviewed by the Chatterbox Co-ordinator
- Completing an online call log after each phone call
- Contacting the Chatterbox Co-ordinator immediately if you feel that the client might be a risk to themselves or others
- A DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is required for this role. If you have a criminal record this does not automatically prevent you from being considered as a Chatterbox Befriender. We will take into account the nature of the offence, when it happened and whether it is relevant to the role. If you are shortlisted, this will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Support and training provided:
- Omega Chatterbox induction programme
- Online Safeguarding training
- Ongoing support from Chatterbox Coordinators for all questions, concerns, and support
- Out-of-pocket expenses reimbursed
- Monthly Befriender Group Support meetings via Zoom
Benefits of this role include:
- Knowing you are making a difference to someone’s life
- Giving something back and feeling valued for your contributions
- Joining a friendly team and making new friends
- Gaining new skills and/or enhancing your CV
- Improving your well-being, confidence, and self-esteem
Location of the role: Home-based.
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community, Crisis and Poverty, Disability, Homeless, Health and Social Care, Justice and Human Rights, Older People
- Location of VolunteeringOnline/From home
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Ethical Values
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Self-awareness
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Bramble Bashing

Nature Conservation Volunteers

27 Jun 2026 11:00 - 14:30
Join us for some bramble bashing on Sherbourne Allotments, Coventry.
Date: Saturday 27th June

Time: 11.00 - 14:30

Meeting place: 11am at the Bus interchange (what3words.com/dairy.ships.sprint)

Tools and gloves are provided. No experience is needed. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and strong shoes or boots that you don't mind getting a little muddy. Bramble has prickly thorns, so wear old clothes that fully cover your arms, legs and ankles.

Volunteers can borrow wellies Warwick Volunteers. Please email your shoe size to volunteers@warwick.ac.uk

Light snacks will be provided. Recommended to bring additional snacks and bottled water.

We encourage you to get in touch if you have any specific access requirements, or need more information about the content and delivery method of a specific volunteering opportunity. If you have any requests related to a disability, please email volunteers@warwick.ac.uk giving at least two working days’ notice if possible.

Please read the risk assessment before attending this session. Practical Conservation Using Hand Tools
- Type of VolunteeringAnimals, Conservation and Environment, Community
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry
You need to be logged in and registered.
Broadwell Crescent Fence Painting with the Urban Rangers

Nature Conservation Volunteers

19 Jun 2026 10:15 - 16:00
On a warm sunny day, come help the Urban Rangers Team paint a fence by Broadwell Crescent's pond. Ice cold lemonade will be served!
Date: Friday 19 May [DATE SUBJECT TO CHANGE]

Time: 10am to 4pm [TIMING SUBJECT TO CHANGE]

Location: Broadwells Crescent Pond between house numbers 21 – 23, What3Words: ///trees.frog.news

Meeting place: Outside Pret

All equipment will be provided, but please wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear.

As the weather is expected to be quite sunny and warm, do remember to protect yourselves with sun lotion and bring plenty of water! We will have snacks and refreshments, including ice cold lemonade :D (Remember to bring your own reusable cup!)

Note: There are no public toilets on this route.

We encourage you to get in touch if you have any specific access requirements, or need more information about the content and delivery method of a specific volunteering opportunity. If you have any requests related to a disability, please email volunteers@warwick.ac.uk giving at least two working days’ notice if possible.
- Type of VolunteeringAnimals, Conservation and Environment, Community
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry, On Campus
- Communication
- Sustainability
- Teamwork
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LEGO Library

Warwick Volunteers One Off Volunteering

25 Jun 2026 13:00 - 15:00
Volunteers Wanted! Help build Tile Hill LEGO Library!Do you love LEGO, organising things, and helping your community?We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us bring the Tile Hill LEGO Library to life!
We need volunteers to:

Clean donated LEGO bricks
Check sets to make sure all the pieces are included
Sort and organise LEGO into kits for the community to borrow and enjoy

Drop-In Volunteer Session

Thursday 25 June
Warwick Volunteers Hub, SUHQ
13:00 – 16:00 (not compulsory to attend the whole duration)
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Children and Young people, Art, Craft and Design
- Location of VolunteeringOn Campus
- Problem Solving
- Sustainability
- Teamwork
Closing date for applications is 25 Jun.
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Coventry	Online/From home
International	Other Warwickshire
Kenilworth	Other West Midlands
Leamington Spa	Warwick
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Animals, Conservation and Environment	Justice and Human Rights
Advice and Support	Older People
Community	Mentoring
Crisis and Poverty	Children and Young people
Culture and Heritage	Research
Disability	Sport
Homeless	Art, Craft and Design
Health and Social Care	Languages
International Volunteering	Technology/Social Media

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