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Why Volunteer at the Farm?
Through work at the Farm, Volunteers are
able to learn new skills as well as developing new interests and gaining
confidence in new areas. We also aim to provide a friendly and
supportive environment in which volunteers can make new friends.
Deen City Farm prides itself on being one of
the few sources of rural-opportunity in the urban area of Merton: ‘a
green ‘oasis’ where you can escape the hectic and often impersonal way
of life in London. The culture and ethos of the farm is such that
regardless of age, sex, race, physical and mental capability, each
Volunteer is regarded as a valued individual within the Farm's
community.
The Volunteer Programme works with a wide
range of local organisations to provide opportunities for people of all
ages, ability and time constraints. We also run projects tailored to
certain groups or specific needs, some of these are described on the
pages linked from here.
Important Notes on Supported Volunteeers
Volunteering typically
means participating in the day-to-day work of the farm
alongside staff, and may include the use of tools such as shavings forks
and spades. There is also a level of risk in working with animals
whose behaviour may be unpredictable.
Unfortunately, due to financial and staff time constraints, we are
often unable to provide one-to-one support, but welcome applications from
people with additional support needs who would like to attend with their own support worker.
Deen City Farm runs these activities for many participants. We reserve
the right to refuse people at any time who pose a risk to the farm, its
staff, other participants, or to the general public.
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