National Garden Scheme need volunteers in North East Wales
The charity, which has been raising money for nearly a century by opening private gardens to the public, supports UK nursing and health charities, including Macmillan Cancer Care and Marie Curie.
To ensure the smooth running of their activities, the charity relies on volunteers.
They are looking for people to fill various roles, including county organisers, publicity and social media support, photographers, treasurers, and booklet coordinators.
Susan Paynton, regional chairman, said: "A rich blend of generosity to help others lies at the heart of the National Garden Scheme.
"Inspiring, rewarding, sociable, a joy and a privilege are just some of the ways our volunteers describe their experience as part of our team.
"We want you to have the same experience, and to get the most out of your role we offer a very warm welcome and help and relevant training to all of our new volunteers."
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Currently, the team in North East Wales is specifically seeking a county organiser, assistant county organisers, a publicity officer, and a social media officer.
They are looking for individuals over the age of 16 who have a passion for gardens, cakes, and charitable causes, and an enthusiasm for the National Garden Scheme.
Anyone interested in volunteering opportunities in North East Wales is encouraged to contact Ms Paynton at susan.paynton@ngs.org.uk.
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