Gardening Volunteer
Dr Johnson's House Trust
Help is needed in the small and shaded courtyard garden at Dr Johnson’s House, a charming Georgian townhouse, nestled amongst a maze of courts and alleys in the historic City of London. The courtyard was replanted recently with shade loving plants but would benefit from some extra colour (and weeding!)
Help is needed in the small and shaded courtyard garden at Dr Johnson’s House, a charming Georgian townhouse, nestled amongst a maze of courts and alleys in the historic City of London. Samuel Johnson, writer and wit, lived here in the mid-18th century, and compiled his great Dictionary of the English Language in the Garret. The courtyard was replanted recently with shade loving plants but would benefit from some extra colour (and weeding!) Activities - to carry out tasks such as: - weeding raised beds - watering - planting annuals and emptying pots at the end of the season All equipment and materials will be provided. We regret that no travel expenses can be offered for this role but we would be very pleased to provide references in support of job applications elsewhere. If you are interested in this role, please register interest in the role and we will get back in touch with you. When we get in contact with you, we will ask for the details of two referees, both of whom will be contacted before the placement can start.
Gardening
Gardening
If you can tell a plant from a weed and enjoy gardening, then please apply! There is no heavy lifting nor bending as the garden has a raised bed.
We are part of an award scheme. So you can convert your volunteer hours to credits to redeem at other venues.
No time commitment. The House opens between 11am to 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday - so you would need to arrive between those times.
EC4A 3DE
Dr Johnson's House 17 Gough Square London EC4A 3DE
Find Us 17 Gough Square, London, EC4A 3DE Dr Johnson's House is tucked away in the historic courts and alleys off Fleet Street. It is signposted from Fleet Street and Fetter Lane. This area is well served by public transport. Tube Chancery Lane (Central Line) Blackfriars and Temple (District and Circle Lines) Farringdon (Hammersmith and City, Metropolitan, Circle Lines). Bus To Fleet Street - 11, 15, 23, 26, 76 To Holborn Circus - 8, 25, 242, 45, 46, 17 To Farringdon Street - 341 Rail City Thameslink Blackfriars Farringdon Car Dr Johnson's House is within the London Congestion Zone and there is limited parking in the area. Visitors wishing to drive should check the City of London parking webpages for up-to-date information.
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