Volunteering in York

York is fortunate to have some outstanding education providers, such as Askham Bryan College, the University of York, York St John University and York College. Each year, these institutions welcome 22,500 students, helping them progress their education. A variety of students are residents of York and the wider region, and others from elsewhere. All, however, […]

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Making an Environmental Impact

Megan Pitman has spent two years volunteering with the forestry group at North York Moors National Park. Megan was mainly involved with helping with the maintenance of the woodland site, but has also been involved with other projects such as grassland management, pond clearance and archaeological clearance. Megan, who studies at Askham Bryan College, said […]

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Award Winning Volunteering

Jake Fletcher, of York College, and Sarah Brookes of Askham Bryan College received high praise and commendation for their dedication to charity work. Jake volunteered in St. Catherine’s Hospice Shop in Pickering, where his responsibilities varied greatly. From ensuring the shop remained tidy and welcoming to customers, to being a customer service assistant running the […]

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