Conservator Volunteer (Walsall - Towpath Taskforce)

With 8 locks leading into the very centre of Walsall, this lock flight is a busy stretch of canal, with the towpath being a popular route into town. Joggers, cyclists, dog walkers and shoppers all enjoy this quieter route, sharing this highly urban area with some wonderful wildlife. Due to its location and popularity, this part of our network does need a lot of love and care from our volunteers.

As a member of our Towpath Task Force you will work alongside Trust operatives managing vegetation (pruning, clearing, planting), clearing litter and general maintenance tasks. You will also act as our eyes and ears, reporting any issues that need to be dealt with by us.

Finally, as highly visible members of the team, our Towpath Taskforce Volunteers are the friendly, helpful face of the Canal and River Trust, engaging with the general public, making our waterways a more welcoming place to visit.

Sessions currently run every other week led by our brilliant Lead Volunteer. Our existing Towpath Task Force volunteers rate this role highly for making friends, gently keeping fit and active and for general wellbeing.

Volunteers must be over 18 years old.