We're looking for volunteers to become Sensory Walk Leaders and lead guided sensory walks in parks across Bristol and Bath.
A sensory walk helps people notice sounds, smells, movement, textures, colours, or simply enjoy being still.
You'll receive free Sensory Walk training from SENSE, and we'll support you to map an accessible sensory walk and lead four walks in a park of your choice.
By the end of the programme, you'll have the confidence to lead sensory walks independently and help others get the most out of their local park.
We recognise that Disabled people and unpaid carers can face additional financial and practical barriers to volunteering and accessing their local parks. To help reduce these barriers, Disabled people and unpaid carers who complete the programme will receive a £200 participation bursary.
This is a great opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people and help make our parks better.
Where the role takes place:
Local parks and outdoor spaces in Bristol or Bath, close to where you live.
About us:
Your Park Bristol and Bath work to make sure everyone can enjoy parks. Our Parks 4 All project focuses on making parks more accessible for Disabled people and unpaid carers. We know that many people can find visiting parks and green spaces difficult for many reasons, including the lack of information available, challenging environments, and activities not designed with Disabled people in mind.
We are looking for people, particularly Disabled People and Carers to deliver Sensory Walks across Bristol and Bath and make parks more welcoming for everyone. We work in partnership with disability charity Sense, we will establish a series of Sensory Walks that enable people to connect with their surroundings whilst being active.
Accessible walking routes will be planned that involve a series of Sensory Highlights where people can stop and engage with their senses and have the option to participate in nature-based activities. We'll support you to map an accessible sensory walk and lead four walks in a park of your choice. By the end of the programme, you'll have the confidence to lead sensory walks independently and help others get the most out of their local park.
Why volunteers matter:
Volunteers are a very important part of our projects. We encourage you to use your unique personal experiences to shape activities and deliver them.
What this role is about:
Volunteers will help lead park walks that support people who may find parks difficult to use. The walks will help people to notice sounds, smells, movement, textures, colours, or simply enjoy being still. This walk is known as a Sensory walk.
What will you do:
· Help plan simple, accessible walk routes
· Welcome people and help them feel safe
· Guide small groups at a relaxed pace
· Talk to people about the walk and discuss how they can be developed.
We are looking for people that:
· Enjoy being outdoors and in parks
· Are friendly and enjoy being with other people
· Like supporting people with different needs
· Interested in leading walks
· Identify as a Disabled person or an unpaid carer
We will offer you:
· Any travel, food and equipment you need to volunteer.
· Great experience for applying for jobs
· The opportunity to deliver activities and meet people in your local community
· Community connection and meaningful experience
· All training and information you will need for the role, including sensory walk training & First Aid Training.
· Support from your volunteer manager
· If you identify as a disabled person or unpaid carer, or you are part of a Friends of Parks Group, you may also be entitled to a bursary for completing our walks programme.
How to apply:
Complete the Application Form on our Website (Easy Read Version Available) – Here.
Do get in touch if you need any support completing our application form and to learn more about the role and how you can get involved.
Contact Sara at Your Park
Email: access@yourpark.org.uk
Phone: 07926 904 248