Volunteering at Kentwell

Become part of the magic

  • Live as a Tudor

    Our Tudor re-creation events are some of our biggest throughout the year! Hundreds of people walk through Kentwell's gates ready to take a leap back in time to experience Kentwell in all its glory.

    We recruit in January for volunteers to take part in our summer season events. If you would like to apply to be part of Kentwell's events — either as a Tudor or helping behind the scenes — please either fill out the form hyperlinked below, email to events@kentwell.co.uk or write at any time to:

    Live as a Tudor

    Kentwell Hall

    Long Melford

    Suffolk CO10 9BA

    Please make sure you enclose an A5 stamped, self-addressed envelope so we can forward more information to you in January.

  • Garden Volunteers

    Part time/ full time: Part time

    The role

    We are now seeking enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand in our amazing Gardens. You don't have to be an expert gardener, but you will need to be prepared to get your hands dirty! We have over 30 acres of gardens, from formal flowers to wild woodland, we grow vegetables, herbs and fruit and have moats, ponds, topiary and a sunken garden and we're always seeking willing hands to help keep it all looking spic and span for our visitors to enjoy.

    Only suitable for applicants over the age of 18.

    For more information, please see the Volunteer Gardeners Page.

    To apply for this role, please email us at garden@kentwell.co.uk

  • Hall & Garden Events

    Kentwell is recruiting volunteers to assist in the gardens and grounds, front of house positions and special events programme — it's a great opportunity to learn new skills and be part of the Kentwell team.

    To volunteer in the gardens, please email garden@kentwell.co.uk. For more information, please see the Volunteer Gardeners Page

    For other positions, please apply by email to our office team at events@kentwell.co.uk

  • Scaresville Scream Team Volunteers

    Scaresville is one of our most successful and popular events! Dare to scare or help out behind the scenes with tech, wardrobe and make up.

    A minimum of three nights plus two training days/evenings beforehand is required. Over 18, responsible people only for a demanding, but stimulating opportunity. We're sure you will have a devilish time!

    Please register your interest on our Scaresville website, or fill in the form below