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Tour Guide at Burgh Castle Fort
Contact person
Victoria Skoyles
#108883
Scan me or visit www.getinvolvednorfolk.org.uk/o/Cultural-Connections-Volunteering/opportunities/Tour-Guide-at-Burgh-Castle-Fort/108883 to join
Summary
You will meet and greet our visitors on their arrival and take them around the site telling them about the history and people associated with the Fort.
Detailed description
What are we looking for?
A people person, someone who enjoys chatting with others and has good communication skills.
No previous knowledge of the site is needed, just a willingness to learn.
Able to commit to 2 tours a month from May - September.
Able to organise and/or attend events to promote volunteering and tours.
Able to attend ad-hoc pre-booked tours throughout the year.
Able to accompany community organised walks and act as a point of information about the Fort for those on the walk.
Good mobility to get around this rural site.
Someone who enjoys being outdoors.
What’s in it for you?
· Full training and induction. (Face to face training the first week of February 2026) Subsequent meetings will follow including creating a schedule of guided tours at the site in the spring/summer season
· The chance to learn more about your local history.
· The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends.
· Sharing your experience and skills with a local charity and being their advocate.
· Supporting the work of the wider Norfolk Archaeological Trust, a local heritage charity with affiliated membership to English Heritage
The location
Burgh Castle Fort Burgh Castle
What we will provide to volunteers
🤝 Extra support
About Volunteering and Skills Connections
Volunteering and Skills Connections is a Great Yarmouth Borough Council initiative, collaborating with organisations from the private, statutory and voluntary sectors. It supports residents across the Borough to access volunteering, training, and skills development opportunities that can boost their aspirations and employment prospects.