As part of National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the many interesting and valuable characters who contribute to making Harewood the place that it is….

Why do I volunteer?

The ambience of the House and the fact that I love history and I am retired.

What brought me to it?

A friend was a volunteer and he thought I would be suitable for the House.

What did I do?

Worked for a lifetime as a solicitor.

What three things do I enjoy?

I learn something each time I come.
I meet interesting visitors who really do come from all over the world.
Both other volunteers and the staff are such a friendly bunch.

What do I love most about Harewood?

All the above but probably the history.

To find out more about volunteering volunteer@harewood.org

As part of National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the many interesting and valuable characters who contribute to making Harewood the place that it is….

Why do I volunteer?

Using my spare time to good advantage – social interactions with other volunteers and the public – the purpose seems very worthwhile.
What brought me to it?

It is the nearest stately home to my home.

What did I do?

I was a biology lecturer at Nottingham Trent University.

What three things do I enjoy?

Contact with pleasant, like-minded and friendly volunteers.
Gaining knowledge about a very complex topic (the history and fabric of the house).
Spending a day in such a special environment.

What do I love most about Harewood?

The views – to the north across to the deer and to the south across the terrace and the lake – magnificent.

If you are interested to find out more about volunteering, email volunteer@harewood.org

As part of National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the many interesting and valuable characters who contribute to making Harewood the place that it is….

Why do I volunteer?

I have always had a wish to give back, feeling that I am an extraordinarily fortunate person.

What brought me to it?

Living on the estate gave me the introduction.

What did I do?

Chief Executive of a small group of companies. Also chaired the committee of a newly formed charity called “Life for A Life “which reinforced my love of trees. My family and I own a wood in the Lake District where we planted trees for bereaved people.

What three things do I enjoy?

The people. Doing a bit of good one hopes. The view from the walled garden across the lake, which changes everyday of the year.

What do I love most about Harewood?

The staff and other volunteers. Otherwise it’s just pottering about as it’s a lovely place.