Friends of Glen Gardens - Volunteering

Volunteer Groups

We have a number of enthusiastic friends who help maintain areas of the gardens. 

We are always welcoming new friends to get involved with the gardens and events and have fun socialising while enjoying the lovely surroundings. 

Gardening

Every 2nd Wednesday 14.00 - 16.00 and Saturday 10.00 - 12.00, we have a group of friends to help look after the gardens. 

They do a fantastic job of pruning, weeding, edging, clearing the fallen leaves and many other valuable gardening jobs

Serving in the kiosk

To bring the community together to enjoy the gardens and meet friends old and new. We have a kiosk open from 1st April to 30th September 14.30-16.30 serving hot drinks and cakes.

We need volunteers to help serve the kiosk.

Baking

We need homemade goodies to serve in our kiosk. You can claim back any expenses. You will need to be health & safety checked by York Council. For more information on the health & safety requirements please email us friends@glengardens.org

Mosaic Gardens

Gardening behind the children's play area on a Thursday 14.00-16.00 (March - Nov)

Organised Events

Our organised events are growing in popularity and we need help running them. They are usually twice a year.

Litter Picking

To keep our gardens clean and tidy we have a team of litter pickers.