Volunteering In Ross-on-Wye
Volunteer With Other Local Groups
There are plenty of opportunities to work as a volunteer with charities and local organisations in Ross-on-Wye and across Herefordshire. The Ross-on-Wye Community Development Trust is keen to support these groups by promoting vacancies, as well as the work that these groups do.
The Severn Treescapes: Dead Wood Society
Surveyors
The Severn Treescapes: Dead Wood Society is a project looking to find out more about the orchards within the three counties.
Surveying of traditional orchards and veteran trees to contribute towards the Dead Wood Society phase of the Severn Treescapes project, a partnership between Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Wildlife Trusts.
Surveyors will be trained to use the Treescapes traditional orchards and veteran trees survey, recording the presence of various important species and habitat indicators that will contribute to the project’s network mapping. A Treescapes advisor will be responsible for providing training, risk assessments and safeguarding protocol as well as organising sites to survey. Ongoing support will be available throughout the survey programme.
If you have any experience in this area or would like to find out more about the upcoming opportunities please keep an eye on our social media pages, or contact us: SevernTreescapes@gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk
Ross Juniors Football Club
Community Outreach Programme - Helpers
The Ross Juniors Football Club Community Outreach Programme continues to go from strength to strength. In particular, the PAN Disability Group is flourishing but, herein, lies the challenge. We pride ourselves in providing activities that are accessible for all but as the numbers increase so too do the demands on the coaches. We really could do with additional help to accommodate the range of abilities within the group.
If you are interested in assisting in any way, please contact Jim Loftus (07903 010475) or Gareth Nutt (07583 232656) for more details.
Ross Walkers are Welcome
Walking Festival Coordinator
Ross Walkers are Welcome have just delivered another successful annual Ross Walking Festival.
However, our main festival coordinator is retiring this year leaving an opportunity for someone who understands the needs of walkers to take over the reins.
Support to actually lead the walks will continue to come from new and existing leaders, and the Walkers are Welcome team will also give training/handover and ongoing assistance. The main role is pulling the programme, ticketing and marketing information together and ensuring that all runs smoothly on the day. There is also scope for others to join as a small Festival Team.
To express interest/ find out more contact rosswalkingfestival@outlook.com ; and to see our activities - www.walkinginross.co.uk
Treasurer – Ross Walkers are Welcome
A small, but vital role to manage and report on our financial transactions; but with opportunities to play a larger part in the wider team if required.
Role includes keeping records of income and expenditure (c. 50 transactions in 2024), managing account/online banking, simple annual budgets/forecasts and interim & annual reports and arranging our public liability insurance.
To express interest/ find out more contact rosswalkingfestival@outlook.com ; and to see our activities - www.walkinginross.co.uk
Ross On Wye Scout Group
Ross Scout Group currently runs Cubs (age 8 to 10.5 years) and Scouts (age 10.5 to 14 years). We are looking for volunteers to join our team of leaders so that we can continue to support young people in Ross. With additional adult volunteers we would be able to restart our Beavers section (age 6-8 years).
We are also looking for volunteers to join our Trustee Board to help with governance of the Group.
You don’t need to have children in Scouting, have prior experience or be available every week so any time you can give to volunteering with Scouting would be very welcome.
For more information please email volunteer.ross.scouts@gmail.com
Ross Lions
Ross Lions’ members enjoy social activities including BBQs, walks and dinners and the team is always looking for new volunteers.
We are part of a network of clubs that aims to find ways to help the community in many and varied ways. If you have some time to spare, want to find a way to make your difference as well as make new friends, we could be just what you are looking for. We are open to new ideas and good causes to support. As a diverse organisation, we welcome contact from anyone interested in knowing more.
If you’re interested in helping out email info@rossonwyelions.org, call 0345 833 5786 or visit https://www.rossonwyelions.org or Facebook @rossonwyelions
Ross Meeting Centre
Tudorville and District Community Centre, Walford Ave, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5PZ
Would you like to be part of a fun, rewarding team, helping those living with dementia and their families at our weekly meetings, packed full of activities, laughter and friendship?
We are looking for volunteers to prepare lunches at our weekly meetings, could it be you?
Are you available on at least 1 Thursday per month?
Are you confident to serve a simple lunch for around 30 people? (training and support will be given, you won't be on your own)
It might be soup and salad, pasta or quiche and vegetables?
If so we would love to hear from you. For more information or an informal chat, please call Elaine our Coordinator on 07506 992971 or email rossmeetingcentre@gmail.com
Look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you.
Ross Community Garden
Do you enjoy spending time outdoors and connecting with others?
We’re looking for caring and friendly volunteers to help support our therapeutic garden sessions, held on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings (9.30–12.00).
Volunteers work alongside our service users - people who may be facing mental or physical challenges, or simply experiencing isolation - supporting them with a variety of gardening tasks and offering companionship in a peaceful, welcoming space.
You don’t need to be a gardening expert, just patient, kind, and happy to be part of a supportive team.
To find out more, please contact Helen at helen.saunders@haygrove.co.uk
Ross Action Committee
Ross Action Committee recently received the generous donation of £700.00 towards the running of The Ross Action Bus.
Drivers & chaperones Wanted for the ‘Action Bus’
Contact: Sharon Hodges Email: sharon@sharonhodges.co.uk Telephone: 07974 226543
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
Come and join our team at our shop in Ross on Wye.
We are urgently looking for Retail Assistant volunteers to join our new Ross-on-Wye shop!
Volunteering with us is flexible and inclusive. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or just occasionally, we’d love you to join our team.
As a Retail Assistant volunteer, you will provide friendly customer service, help keep the shop floor stocked and organised, and promote the charity’s lifesaving work. We will provide full training and a unform.
Being a volunteer has benefits too, including:
• Working in a small team and making new friends
• Increasing confidence and developing interpersonal skills
• Gaining retail experience and learning new skills
• Making a real difference in their community
Our volunteers are essential to the success of our shops and help raise vital funds for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, making missions possible across our region including Herefordshire.
Join us today and be part of something truly impactful!
For more information please contact Alison Hill, Volunteer Manager – alison.hill@midlandsairambulance.com
Herefordshire Citizens Advice
Get Involved – Volunteer with us
We urgently need volunteers for customer service roles, Generalist Adviser roles and Research and Campaigns roles as demand for advice across the county is high. As a charity, we couldn’t help the people who need us without our volunteers.
Do you want to make a difference for the people of Herefordshire and have regular spare time? You don’t need any formal qualifications or experience for our roles but do need to have good communication and recording skills, be able to use a computer and meet the time requirements.
You’ll also need to enjoy helping people, be good at listening, able to work in a team, be open-minded and non-judgemental.
We're recruiting volunteers to start early January as we deliver full initial group training, so get in touch with us as soon as you can if you're interested.
If you want to be a part of a vital service at the heart of your local community and would like to develop your skills, consider volunteering for Citizens Advice Herefordshire (CAH) please contact Steph on 01432 377583 or email recruitment@citaherefordshire.org.uk.
You can also find more information about the opportunities and requirements for the roles on www.herefordshirecab.org.uk/get-involved-volunteer-with-us/
Further information: email recruitment@citaherefordshire.org.uk or call 01432 377583 or visit www.herefordshirecab.org.uk/get-involved-volunteer-with-us.
Mentor Link
Children’s charity Mentor Link is recruiting Mentors for schools in Ross On Wye
Are you looking for a meaningful volunteering opportunity?
Are you wanting to make a difference to vulnerable children and young people in your community?
Can you commit to a minimum of 6 months volunteering?
Do you have 1-2 hours a week to commit to supporting a child/young person facing challenges in their life?
Quote from Mentor Peter -
“I believe that what JD feels with me, is that I am giving him time and attention simply because I want to. I’m not paid, not legally required to, and not obliged. He has gradually opened up so that I now seen his eyes and teeth and he has shared some of the most intimate and troubling aspects of his life. I haven’t asked for him to do so but he has done so, simply because I am willing to spend an hour or so in his company.”
If you are passionate about the next generation and can commit to volunteering and supporting a child/young person facing social and emotional issues call us 01299 822336 email us enquiries@mentorlink.org.uk
As a safer recruiter the role is subject to 2-character references and an Enhanced DBS.
Telephone 01299 822336 or email enquiries@mentorlink.org.uk.
Website: www.mentorlink.org.uk
Ross-on-Wye Horizon Centre
The Ross-on-Wye Horizon Centre is a day centre for adults with learning and other disabilities.
We are always looking for people who would like to share their time and skills with others, making a difference to people's lives.
There is always has something going on, from raising money at a coffee morning and making Christmas cards and decorations to running a games night and karaoke sessions.
Do you have a hobby that you would like to share with people with learning disabilities? We are looking for volunteers to help out with activities such as woodworking, crafts, music, exercise and gardening.
If you would like to volunteer or need further information, please contact us on 01989 253131 or email: maria@horizoncentre.co.uk
Ross Area Transport (RVS)
We have about 25 volunteer drivers, for our minibus or using their own cars. We could do with more, so if you have time to spare and want to join our team get in touch. Mileage expenses are paid.
Severn Freewheelers EVS
Severn Freewheelers EVS is your local Blood Bike charity, and we are looking for volunteers who can help with the Coordination/ Despatch of our riders and drivers.
What does it involve?
You can volunteer a few days a month. The service runs daily from 7pm until 7am and then over the weekend and all day on bank holidays. It is very flexible. You can sign up for a couple of nights every other week. You can do more. You can do less.
We need you - one day you may need us.
Please consider this opportunity, and give something back toward the NHS.
Email: info@severnfreewheelers.org.uk
Phone: 01285 405429
AgeUK Wyvern
We are always looking for volunteers to help us continue to be there for older people across the area. Including roles at our Ross Charity Shop, Community Befrienders, Digital Cafés tutors and much more.
Why volunteer with us?
- Learn new skills and develop existing ones
- Develop your confidence and gain experience of the workplace
- Meet new people and connect with your community
- Reimbursement of reasonable travel costs incurred
- Ongoing support and training where relevant
- Become part of our wider volunteer network to support our cause
For more information phone 01905 724294, email volunteering@ageukwyvern or visit our website www.ageukwyvern.org
Royal Voluntary Service
RVS Locally known as Ross Area Transport, needs volunteer drivers to provide Community Transport where mobility issues can make it difficult or impossible for people to use public transport or if transport is limited due to rural locations. Trips usually include getting to/from hospital, GP appointments, trips to the shops or into town for social activities.
If you can help out with an hour or two a week, Please contact the offices on 01989 763726
Ross Town Band
Interim Musical Director/Conductor
We are seeking a temporary leader, as our resident musical director is unable to take rehearsals from September to December 2025.
We’d like them to work with both our training and main bands, to ensure continuity as members move from one to the other. We are a friendly, enthusiastic non-contesting band looking for the right person to continue working with us as we prepare for our Christmas concert.
We have a range of abilities and welcome new members throughout the year, but we work hard and endeavour to give our best as we play together. The strong players want to be stretched, whilst our less confident players enjoy the support given to them by fellow band members and our leader.
We are based at the Larruperz Centre in Ross on Wye, Herefordshire and rehearse every Friday evening, in term time. The Training Band meet between 6.00pm to 7.00pm and the Main band 7.30pm to 9.00pm. However, these times could be adjusted slightly if necessary. Ideally, we’d like our interim MD to conduct the band at their afternoon Christmas concert on Sunday 7th December.
Our first rehearsal will be on Friday 12th September 2025.
This would be a remunerated position.
For more information or to express an interest please contact us at rosstownband@gmail.com
New members are always welcome in all sections
We are a friendly band that get together for the enjoyment of making music and entertaining the people of Ross and surrounding areas, we are a non-contesting and non-marching brass band. Our repertoire is wide and varied.
Main Band rehearsals take place in The Larruperz Centre in Ross on Friday evenings from 7:30pm to 9pm
(First room on the right as you enter the building). You are welcome to drop in for a blow or, if you prefer, contact us first.
If you want to brush up your existing playing skills, why not come along to the Training Band which meets at The Larruperz Centre on Friday evenings from 6:00pm to 7pm.
Never played a brass instrument before, or maybe not since school!, at any age (you are never too old!)
We would love to get you going in this amazing hobby, we will teach you from the ground up, from your first blow.
We meet at the Larruperz Centre on Friday evenings at 5:30 to 6pm
Professional tuition is also available.
Email us at rosstownband@gmail.com
or send us a message on Facebook to find out more.
Please see our website for more details https://rosstownbandnew.weebly.com
Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth Sea Cadet Unit
We are a youth organisation, which caters for young people from 10 to 18 years of age. We are a registered charity which is run purely by volunteers. We are a uniformed youth organisations and our training is based on a nautical theme. We also teach life skills such as teamwork, first aids and catering. Well also offer practical skills both on the land and water. We meet twice a week as well as offering week and weekend activities.
Ross & Monmouth Sea Cadets are looking for volunteers in our mission to get young people launched for life! If you have a passion for the outdoors or water-sports and working with young people, please get on board!
We also need Trustees to help with fundraising and management, so if you would like to support us, please email at rossmonmouthsccrmc@outlook.com
Govardhan Eco Farm
Govardhan Eco Farm is an organic farm based on 3 acres of land on The Doward.
We welcome volunteers to come and work with us on various projects on our off grid farm.
Website: https://www.lotusarts.org.uk/govardhan-eco-farm
For more info please email fergus info@eaglearts.co.uk
EnviroAbility
Do you have a clean driving licence and enjoy driving larger vans? If so, EnviroAbility would love to hear from you as they are currently looking for a willing volunteer to drive one of their vehicles, transporting their friendly Can Do team to and from jobs, preferably Mondays and Thursdays (can be flexible). Please give Paula or Danny a call at the office on 01989 763388 or email info@enviroability.org.uk.
Ross Library Development Group
Ross Library Development Group is looking for new members and are especially keen to recruit someone with basic computer skills to help with membership admin and communications.
Please email rldgnews@gmail.com or visit www.rldg.org.uk for information
Ross Community Litter Clean Up Crew
Ross Community Litter Clean Up Crew (RCLCUC) Ross Community Litter Clean Up Crew are urgently seeking a Leader/Coordinator for their friendly and successful Group. This volunteer opportunity would suit someone with organisation skills and own transport.
For more information email rosslitter@gmail.com or phone/ text 07771 521639.