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United Kingdom , East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian

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Job Description:

National Museums Scotland is currently looking for volunteer gardeners at our National Museum of Flight at East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian. We are looking for enthusiastic, creative, outdoor and nature-loving individuals to join our volunteer gardening team. As part of the re-interpretation of our historic site at East Fortune, we are re-creating allotments originally tended by RAF personnel. The volunteer gardening team are developing fruit, vegetable, and flower gardens at the Museum, reflecting the site as it was during the Second World War. This is a living exhibit that enhances our learning & engagement programmes, provides local produce for the café and enhances the visitor experience.

Job Responsibility:

  • developing fruit, vegetable, and flower gardens at the Museum
  • reflecting the site as it was during the Second World War

Requirements:

  • gardening enthusiast
  • like nature and the outdoors
  • enjoy talking with people about gardening
  • friendly and approachable
What we offer:
  • learn more about National Museums Scotland and our work
  • develop valuable skills and experiences within the museum sector
  • enjoy doing something you like whilst meeting new people

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
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