Become a volunteer at the National Horseracing Museum
Volunteers are at the heart of the work we do here at the National Horseracing Museum!
We aim to offer a range of volunteering opportunities and to match people to tasks that take into account their skills and interests.
Volunteer roles can be regular, short-term or occasional, depending on how much time you have to spare.
If you’d like to get involved, please get in touch via email using the Contact Us button on this page.
Gardening Volunteers
Art Gallery
We are looking for a team of up to four Volunteer Gardeners to help maintain the floral displays around our grounds and historic gardens on Mondays or Wednesdays from 12:30pm.
The gardens are a key attraction for visitors to the Museum and are also used for events. To find out more click here.
Volunteer Host – Art Gallery
Museum Galleries
We are looking for a team of Volunteer Hosts to welcome visitors to the National Horseracing Museum and to provide information and assistance as needed.
This role will be based inside Palace House, the home of the British Sporting Art Trust.
Volunteer Host – Meet & Greet (Atrium)
Meet & Greet
We are looking to expand our team of Volunteer Hosts who welcome visitors to NHRM and provide information and assistance as needed.
This role is focused at the entrance to the museum, just off Palace Street.
Equine Volunteers
Horses
We are looking for a team of Equine Volunteers to support staff to care for our resident horses and to engage visitors.
This opportunity is available on a weekly basis. This role consists of slots at approximately 10:30am – 12:30pm and/or approximately 2pm–4pm.
Shop Volunteer: Second-Hand Bookshop
Gift Shop
We are looking for shop volunteers to welcome visitors to the unique second-hand bookshop at NHRM and to provide information and assistance as needed.
This role is based in the Gift Shop.
Volunteer Host – Museum Galleries
Museum Galleries
We are looking for a team of Volunteer Hosts to welcome visitors to NHRM and to provide information and assistance as needed.
This role is based inside and in the entrance to museum galleries.
Volunteer Host – Meet & Greet (King’s Yard)
Meet & Greet
We are looking to expand our team of Volunteer Hosts who welcome visitors to NHRM and provide information and assistance as needed.
This role is focused in the King’s Yard.
Interested in becoming a volunteer? Drop us an email now
Working for us
Why volunteer?
Some of the benefits of volunteering at NHRM include:
- Talking to people from around the world
- Making a difference to your local community
- Meeting new friends and like-minded people
- Sharing your passion and enthusiasm
- Learning new skills and sharing yours
- Becoming part of a supportive team and community
- Participating in social events for volunteers
- Enjoying the museum and its collection
Interested in volunteering
What's next in the process?
Volunteers are at the heart of the work of the National Horseracing Museum and their contribution is especially valued and respected.
Please download and read our Guide to Volunteering if you are interested in becoming a volunteer.
To discuss how you could get involved, please email [email protected]
