Have you ever looked around the grounds, admired the gardeners at work and thought, ‘I’d love to do that’? Well, there are many ways in which you can volunteer at Hever Castle and Gardens.
Grace and Zazil have just recently begun volunteering in the gardens. They met whilst studying Horticulture at East Surrey College, so they both really have a keen interest in gardening. They told us the reason they love volunteering at Hever Castle is because it is such a relaxing and beautiful setting. Each week they can’t wait to get here and work alongside all the other friendly gardeners. Grace and Zazil also really enjoy learning expert tips from the gardening team.
Grace and Zazil agreed that their favourite part of the gardens was the continuous theme of water, from the Inner Moat, to the Outer Moat and onto the Lake, “it’s a very tranquil place to be”. Along with that, they both love how cheeky the ducks are!
Volunteers can be tasked with anything from clearing leaves and dead-heading flowers to helping preserve and maintain specific parts of the gardens alongside the permanent gardening team.
If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, you must be available during week days and have a clear passion for all things gardening! Email Head Gardener, Neil for more details.
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Within the grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, there are two opportunities for you to stay the night with us.
Hever Castle has played host to many important events and celebrations for over 600 years. In 1903 when William Waldorf Astor set about restoring Hever Castle to its former glory, he added the Astor Wing, to accommodate his family and guests, before creating a lake and the spectacular Italian Garden to house his impressive collection of ancient Greek and Roman statuary.
There are multiple places to eat & drink across the Hever Castle Estate. Select between the Castle & Gardens and Golf Club below to discover more.
Set in the mature grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, Hever Castle Golf Club is a 27 hole Kent golf course that will encourage and inspire all golf enthusiasts.
Set in the mature grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, the Wellbeing Centre consists of five smart treatment rooms.