Volunteer in Norwich

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, stay productive, and meet new people, volunteering is a fantastic way to do that.

We’ve gathered a list of organisations in Norwich offering a variety of volunteering opportunities—all in one place. With so much happening in the city, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re interested in gardening, baking, supporting cultural events, or assisting in sports.

Most of these opportunities are flexible, with no long-term commitment required!

Explore your options below and get in touch directly with the organisations coordinating these roles.

Opportunities for all

Get inVOLved Norfolk
Discover opportunities to support groups and communities across the county. The Get InVOLved Norfolk Platform is looked after by the Communities Team at Voluntary Norfolk. As well as supporting individuals into volunteering, they also give advice to groups, encouraging them to join our support network.
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Norfolk County Council
Explore the list of opportunities through Norfolk County Council. From libraries to the Fire Service; Norfolk Trails to community driving, find opportunities in any sector. They are always on the look out for new volunteers!
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Community and Culture

Norwich City Hosts
Ambassadors and champions for Norwich city centre, the City Hosts welcome, guide and assist visitors in Norwich. Out and about (rain or shine!) Monday to Saturday. Join the City Hosts – Norwich needs you! They’re currently recruiting for volunteers! Do you love helping others and being outdoors? Would you like to make new friends while gaining new skills and enjoying new experiences? Can you spare a few hours of your time to give something back to your city?
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Pathways Norwich
The Pathways Norwich service was established in 2018 against a backdrop of increasing numbers of people sleeping rough in the city of Norwich. There are a number of opportunities to volunteer with Pathways, working alongside people who are homeless and/or have complex needs. If you would like to gain experience of working in this sector and have the patience, empathy and desire to help people succeed then they would like to hear from you.
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Norfolk Museums
Whatever your experience, Norfolk Museums have a wide variety of opportunities and ways to get involved as a volunteer in the city (Norwich Castle, Norwich Museum). You can get involved as a regular volunteer, take part in one off or short-term opportunities or support them via remote or digital volunteering.
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City Wide Events

Norfolk and Norwich Festival
Volunteering at the festival is a great way to explore your city and county, meet new people, build confidence, learn skills, contribute to the local arts scene and champion international art and culture. There are may ways you can volunteer at the Festival this year, but be quick as applications close on March 10 2025.
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GoGo Safari (Break)
For ten weeks Norwich and Norfolk will be taken over by gorillas, rhinos, giraffes, lions and elephants! With around fifty sculptures on display decorated by talented artists and sponsored by local businesses, there will something new to discover round every corner. By volunteering as a Trail Ranger, there’s no set commitment, and they can work around your availability! It’s a chance to be part of something exciting, meet new people, and help them make this year’s GoGo trail the best yet!
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Outdoor and Green Spaces

The Plantation Garden
There are many opportunities for contributing to the success of The Plantation Garden. During the summer months there’s plenty going on and important roles to be filled! From Bakers to garden guides, event stewards to gardeners, there’s so much to choose from. Get in touch with Plantation garden to explore more opportunities!
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Norwich Fringe Project
Established in 1991 the Norwich Fringe Project is a local authority funded countryside management partnership, working with volunteers, local communities and parish councils to look after the countryside around Norwich. New volunteers are always welcome and the more experienced volunteers will share their knowledge and expertise with you. The Project provides all tools and equipment required for a task along with the appropriate safety requirements (e.g. gloves, hard hats and safety glasses) and, most importantly, tea, coffee and biscuits!
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Norwich City Council
Looking for volunteering opportunities supporting biodiversity? There are loads of groups across the city undertaking brilliant work to create and enhance spaces for nature that could do with your help! Not only will you be supporting exciting projects and nurturing our green spaces, but you’ll also benefit from the numerous physical and mental health benefits associated with spending time outside.
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Sports

Park Run Norwich
(Eaton Park, Colney Lane, Sloughbottom, Catton) Parkrun events take place every week and everyone is welcome to volunteer. There are plenty of opportunities to try new roles, apply your skills or learn new ones, be with friends and family, meet people and be a part of the parkrun community. You don’t need any experience of parkrun, junior parkrun or of volunteering. There are a range of roles to choose from, and many of them can be combined with walking or running too.
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Community Sports Foundation
Are you looking for ways to get more involved with your club and support your community? Do you want to support our fundraising events and challenges? Or are you an aspiring coach seeking meaningful experiences to grow your knowledge and skills? The charity is reliant on the goodwill of volunteers to help deliver our range of programmes and events. This may be helping to coach weekly football, supporting our community programmes or helping cheer on participants at one of their fundraising events – there are a whole host of opportunities, that can be tailored around you and your schedule.
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We will be updating this page with new volunteering opportunities regularly so keep and eye out!

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