Volunteering & Projects
Poundbury's strong community spirit thrives on the generosity and skills of volunteers who contribute their time and talents in numerous ways. Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to make a regular commitment, there are opportunities that may closely align with your interests and availability. You can make a difference in our unique community through volunteering.
Volunteer with LovePoundbury
Our community association offers various volunteering roles, working with others to help shape and improve our community for everyone. Projects, events and activities are based on members’ feedback and so will evolve over time.
Current opportunities include:
Events: Help organise community events & celebrations
Environment: Support environmental initiatives & community spaces
Welcome: Assist new residents settling into Poundbury
Communications: Help out with content generation, digital support & delivery
Community Support: Help with neighbourhood initiatives & support programmes.
If you would like to join us, please hit the button below and our volunteer coordinator will then either signpost you to relevant resources or arrange to meet you about available opportunities.
If you would like to suggest a new project, please contact: volunteering@lovepoundbury.org
Other Volunteering Opportunities
Skills-Based Volunteering
You can also share your professional expertise to strengthen our community. Local business owners provide valuable mentoring through partnership with Dorchester Chamber of Commerce, while volunteers with creative backgrounds teach art classes at the Pavilion, and others offer career guidance to young residents, or share gardening knowledge in our community plots. Your skills too could make a lasting difference in Poundbury. To check out skills-based volunteering opportunities, contact the Volunteering Centre in Dorchester.
Community Groups & Societies
You can also support local interest groups and societies that enrich our community life. The Local Rotary Club, for example, welcomes volunteers for their regular community projects and charitable initiatives. Local history guides in Dorchester share Poundbury's unique architectural heritage and King Charles's vision with visitors, while arts groups such as Dorchester Arts bring creativity to life through exhibitions, pop-up galleries throughout the community and support networks. The popular Wednesday Coffee Mornings at the Pavilion in the Park (PiPs) bring together volunteers and seniors for conversation and companionship. You could also join a local conservation group.
Local Events
Every season brings new opportunities to build our community spirit. From stewarding at the monthly Dorset Farmers' Market to helping coordinate the summer Celebration on the Great Field or the magical Christmas Fair, volunteers make local signature events possible.
Check out these event information sources to find out more:
A wealth of local support services at: