Event Volunteers

An Accredited museum and award winning visitor attraction, Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is the largest surviving Great War aerodrome in Europe.

The museum is a centre for volunteering and with the assistance the assistance of over 100 volunteers, we deliver a wide range of educational and fundraising events each year that are designed to appeal to families, aviation enthusiasts, historians, school parties and other youth groups. 

We also open to the public most weekends, throughout the year.

We are looking for friendly, outgoing, and confident individuals assist us at the events we hold regularly from March to October each year.

The role encompasses:

•     Helping us to set up the site in the days prior to the event
•     Assisting on event day in a wide variety of roles from car parking to food service
•     Helping to dismantle the event afterwards

No regular commitment is required but attendance at several events a year is requested in order that you may become familiar with the role.  

A full list of events and dates can be found on our website. 

What skills do I need?

If you do not want to commit to a regular role but would like to help out from time to time this could suit you.

Could this role be perfect for you?            

• Friendly and enthusiastic team player
• Reliable
• Able to follow instructions and training 
• Works well under pressure
• Good communication skills 
• Flexible and happy to take on a variety of tasks
• Friendly and helpful manner towards event attendees

Health and Safety awareness of working sites would be an advantage although full training will be given.

Interests

• Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
• Civic Responsibility and Communities
• Environment
• Fitness and Sport
• No specific interest

Activities

• Advice and Information
• General Helping
• Local Events
• Practical Skills
• Supporting Charities