The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside is looking for local people to help look after Moses Gate Country Park in Bolton, Greater Manchester. This new effort, announced on February 10, 2026, aims to find residents who can help with hands-on conservation work and talk to visitors at the 750-acre site.
People who sign up can choose between practical tasks like fixing paths and managing habitats for the Wet Willow project, or roles focused on greeting walkers and helping with educational activities. These jobs are designed to keep the park’s three historic mill ponds, known locally as lodges, in good condition for the families and nature lovers who visit the area every day.
The trust is working alongside Bolton Council to manage the park, which serves as a central hub for the 11km Kingfisher Trail. According to the Wildlife Trust, these volunteer roles are vital for keeping the area accessible following several busy seasons and ongoing work to restore the historic Rock Hall building.
Interested residents can apply for various positions, including regular volunteer wardens or taking part in one-off group work days. This work helps protect the local nature reserve, which was once the site of industrial paper mills and now provides a home for migratory birds and space for fishing and canoeing.
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