Volunteering in Harrow’s Parks and Green Spaces

Harrow’s parks, nature reserves, and green spaces thrive because of the volunteers, community organisations, and local groups who help care for them. 

Whether you are interested in conservation, gardening, wildlife, community events, or simply spending more time outdoors, there are lots of ways to get involved across the borough. Volunteering in green spaces has been shown to boost mental and physical wellbeing as well as creating social connections. 

Discover Volunteering Through Wild Harrow 

Wild Harrow is a programme of volunteer activities, training sessions, and outdoor events celebrating Harrow’s parks and wildlife, delivered by Voluntary Action Harrow in partnership with Harow’s Parks and Conservation Forums.  

It’s a great way to: 

• Try volunteering for the first time  
• Join open “give it a go” sessions  
• Learn practical conservation skills  
• Meet local groups and organisations  
• Improve wellbeing through outdoor activity  

Wild Harrow also highlights volunteering opportunities and events taking place across the borough. 

Find Your Local Park User Group 

Local park user groups help improve parks, organise activities, and bring communities together. 

Groups across Harrow support projects such as: 

• Community volunteering days  
• Planting and gardening projects  
• Park improvements and fundraising  
• Local events and activities  
• Helping shape the future of local parks  

Harrow has 21 active park user groups, supported by the Harrow Parks Forum. 

Find a local group near you and explore how you can get involved. 

 Support Nature and Wildlife in Harrow 

The Harrow Nature Conservation Forum supports conservation work across Harrow’s nature reserves and wild open spaces. 

Volunteer activities may include: 

• Habitat and woodland management  
• Wildlife surveying and monitoring  
• Meadow and nature reserve maintenance  
• Practical conservation work  

These projects help protect biodiversity and care for Harrow’s natural spaces for future generations. 

Ready to Get Involved? 

Whether you want to join a local park group, try a Wild Harrow session, or support conservation work in nature reserves, there are opportunities for everyone to take part. 

Explore local opportunities and discover how you can help care for Harrow’s parks and green spaces.