harpenden hero Volunteers

We are lucky enough to work with volunteers who care passionately about Harpenden, an army of residents who give up their time and energy to support our community. We call our volunteers ‘Heroes’ which we think is fitting as it describes their immense kindness, commitment and willingness to help. From working in our green spaces, clearing shrubs and planting trees, to picking litter in the Town Centre, there’s plenty to get involved with.

Becoming a Harpenden Hero is a great way to spend time out doors, get to know your local environment, meet new people and support the community. 

Harpenden Heroes - helping in our green spaces

If you're interested in helping in our parks and green spaces, Harpenden Town Council organises Volunteer Project Days which involve anything from clearing shrubs and restoring heather on the Common, to planting trees at Rothamsted Park. Additionally we work regularly with the Batford Springs Local Nature Reserve volunteers who carry out incredible work to maintain and improve this amazing local resource.  

We also work with local experts and experienced volunteers who support us in carrying out ecological surveys including bat, bee and butterfly surveys. Wildlife surveys are vital as they are part of national monitoring schemes and help us to monitor the health of our green spaces.

If you are interested in volunteering in our green spaces, please get in touch: call 01582 768278 or email harpenden.town.council@harpenden.gov.uk 

Harpenden Heroes - supporting the community in snowy weather

Harpenden Snow Heroes are a group of local residents and businesses who volunteer to clear snow and ice from the footways and pathways in their local area. This is an ideal way to contribute to the safety of people who live in your area, especially in smaller, residential roads and pedestrian routes.

We'll arrange for the collection / delivery of your snow kit, which includes: a bag of grit, a branded hi-visibility vest, protective gloves and a snow shovel.

Find out more about volunteering to clear snow and ice using our automated form.

Harpenden Heroes - litter picking in parks and public areas

Our Litter Heroes scheme enables members of the community to assist in keeping Harpenden free from litter and debris. Volunteers can sign up to help pick up litter in an area, and during times, convenient to themselves making this a convenient and accessible way to help out.  We supply a litter  pack which includes a litter picker, high vis waist coat, protective gloves and a roll of black sacks.

Find out more about litter picking and apply using our automated form.

Harpenden Heroes - keeping us in touch with residents

Our Neighbourhood Heroes help us to get in touch with residents who may not see our other communication methods, and keep an eye on anyone who may need some support. It requires little time but really helps us support the community and is an ideal way to help out if you enjoy chatting to people on your street or using neighbour Whatsapp groups to share information.

If you are interested in volunteering as a Neighbourhood Hero, please get in touch: call 01582 768278 or email harpenden.town.council@harpenden.gov.uk 

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If you'd like to contact us about becoming a Harpenden Hero please call 01582 768278 or email harpenden.town.council@harpenden.gov.uk