TSL Kirklees Volunteering is the official Volunteer Centre for Kirklees
This means that we’re here to help you get started on your volunteering journey and support you through the process.
We also make sure that any groups or charities that advertise for volunteers on our website will look after their volunteers properly. Some of them will have a stamp of approval called the Kirklees Volunteering Quality Award (KVQA), which means that they’ve done even more to make sure that their volunteers are valued and have a good experience.
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Latest Opportunities
- Huddersfield
- Kirklees Rural (Colne Valley, Holme Valley, Kirkburton & Denby Dale)
- Flexible
We are a charity that cares for 2000 miles of waterways. We believe life is better by water and we're working with volunteers and communities across England and Wales to transform canals and rivers into spaces where local people want to spend time and feel better. We know this will bring wellbeing opportunities to millions .Our work involves not only looking after our waterways, but promoting them widely to the eight million plus people who have waterways on their doorstep so that many more people benefit from our free, accessible and local source of wellbeing
Join us for an enjoyable day’s work on the beautiful Huddersfield Canals. Sessions can be bespoke to the participants and company requirements. Tasks will vary and change with the seasons – but could include lock maintenance, painting, vegetation management, planting, towpath repair, wildlife habitat improvements, litter picking and much more. Volunteering with the Trust offers a great way to get outside and active, learn new practical skills and improve you local waterway environment.
All safety procedures and work instructions will be given on the day, you just need to be willing to get stuck in and get dirty. All tools and equipment will be provided, together with expert and friendly support. Sessions are also fully risk assessed and paperwork can be provided.
Canal and River Trust
18 yrs and above
- Gardening/Environment/Practical
- Application form required
31/12/2026
Submit your details to apply
Have a question or need help applying for a role?
Click here to get in contact or email us directly at volunteer@tslkirklees.org.uk
Latest News
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VOLUNTEERing STORY – SOUTHGATE SCHOOL partnership with THE CANAL AND RIVER TRUST
Southgate School is special school for Students aged 4 years to 16 years based in Almondbury. The Class Teacher for Chestnut Class approached TSL Kirklees Volunteer Service for help to… Read more -
Woodscape Presented with Prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service
Woodscape is a volunteer community group based in Huddersfield which looks after the Bradley Gate, Screamer, Dyson and Lower Fell Greave Woods. Woodscape was officially presented with the prestigious King’s… Read more -
Volunteers’ Week Thank you Fund 2026 is Open!
Community groups across Kirklees are being invited to apply for funding to recognise and celebrate their volunteers as part of Volunteers’ Week 2026. The Volunteers’ Week Thank You Fund, launched… Read more -
Energy Neighbours Recruiting Volunteers to Support Communities Across Kirklees!!
Energy Neighbours is currently looking for volunteers who want to make a positive difference in their community. By volunteering with the project, you can help support people across Kirklees to… Read more
Business Volunteering
Share your team, resources and expertise
Many businesses offer their employees an opportunity to volunteer in work time. This is known as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) or Employer Supported Volunteering and it can include fundraising for a group, or even sharing expertise and resources as well as volunteering.
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