Woodlands Animal Sanctuary relies on our network of Volunteers who tirelessly help us to raise funds and help us care for the animals at the shelter. In our eyes, they are warriors!
Volunteering Open Day
January 4th 1-4pm
How do you want to feel in 2026?
Do you want to:
Be around like minded people...
Make a difference...
Be a part of something special...
Feel a sense of satisfaction...
Get active...
Potentially improve your mental health?
We are looking for volunteers. People, who want to become a part of the Woodlands family and help us continue doing the life changing work we do.
Whether that's helping look after the animals, fundraising, cleaning, organising or even using skills they have to help us improve what we do in any capacity. We are having a Volunteer open afternoon on Sunday 4th Jan, here at the Sanctuary in Holmeswood from 1-3pm. If you think you have some time you would like to spend with us, or skills you think would be helpful, please come along on the 4th, meet the team, ask questions and find out how you can be a part of life changing work, right here in your local area.
Volunteering opportunities at Woodlands
Fundraising
Help us to fundraise through on-street collections, bag packs and more.
Animal Care
Get involved at our animal shelter and help to care for the animals we have onsite!
Cat Cuddling
Help to socialise the cats we have rescued and prepare them for their forever homes.
Cat Pen Cleaning
Help us to keep our cat pens clean, comfortable and free from germs by being part of our cat cleaning team.
Farm and Stables
Ensure that our goats, and equines have fresh hay, straw, and woodchip to make for a healthy, clean living environment.
Open Days & Events
Whether it's helping to organise car parking, manning the BBQs, or running a stall there's always lots of different things to do at our events.
Volunteer FAQ
How does volunteering benefit me?
Volunteering is a rewarding experience, allowing you to:
- Gain a sense of achievement: Helping an animal in need can give you a sense of pride and achievement.
- Enhance your skills: Doing varied tasks with a variety of volunteers can help you to enhance a number of skills including confidence, communication and team work.
- Strengthen your CV: Volunteering can be an invaluable addition to your CV. Employers can see you have gone the extra mile to help learn new skills.
- Help your mental health and fitness: Many of our volunteers claim that being around, or working for animal welfare, and being part of a community has significant benefits in their fitness, mental health, confidence, and social interactions.
- Increase your network: You will meet and interact with some fantastic like-minded individuals, so you’ll definitely make some new friends along the way!
Who can Volunteer?
How much time do I have to give?
What types of roles are there at the Sanctuary?
What types of roles are there at the Community Hub?
How do I volunteer?
Sign up to Volunteer with us
Click the button below and fill in your details and someone from Woodlands will get back to you, or alternately please call us on 01704 823293.