Volunteering Open Day 2026

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Volunteer Open Day

 

Sunday 29th March 2026 10.00 AM to 4.00 PM

Batchworth Lock, Rickmansworth

Sorry, this event is in the past now! But the good news is we plan to run it again. Check back closer to the date next year for more details and booking or email events@rwt.org.uk for questions.

Find out more about volunteering with us at our Volunteering Open Day. No booking necessary, just come along, have a chat and a look around!

  • Meet existing volunteers
  • See our boats, workshop, education centre, gardens and shop
  • Discover more about the Trust, our historic boats, our boat trips, and our education programmes
  • Find out about volunteering roles at RWT

Why volunteer?

  • Become part of an award-winning heritage charity
  • Join our friendly volunteer community. Meet new people and learn new skills
  • Preserve local history and nature

What can you do?

  • Crew or skipper our boat trips
  • Support our ‘Learning at the Lock’ education programme for local primary schools
  • Assist with the conservation and maintenance of our boats
  • Help in our shop, information centre, and with our events.

Volunteer with us

Will it suit me?

  • Ideal for everyone
  • Flexible hours – you choose when to help
  • Indoor or outdoor roles
  • Skills not required – training provided

For more information or if you have any questions, email us at  enquiries@rwt.org.uk or call us on 07875 393703 

Supporting us

Rickmansworth Waterways Trust relies on our many supporters.

You can become a volunteer, in any aspect of our work including our administration, but also in boating, conservation or education.

Rickmansworth Waterways Trust is a local educational and community charity. Help us make a difference.

You could become a Friend of RWT.

You could sponsor any of our activities, including the Festival or our Education programmes.

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