Discover new skills, friends, interests and career opportunities through volunteering. Volunteers are involved in a great range of activities such as gardening, recruiting, guided tours, environmental conservation or helping out in the community. Knowledge and experience are less important than enthusiasm and energy. From a few hours a month to working full-time, there are many opportunities for all ages. Explore the volunteering section of the main National Trust website for more information. Volunteering through work Many businesses undertake work for career development, secondments, training or simply as a social group undertaking practical work at weekends. These activities range from one-day team building exercises to an ongoing involvement with a site.