Officially opened in 1997 to ‘Preserve the legacy of The Gordon Highlanders‘ the Museum is a fantastic community asset, a 5-star visitor attraction and hospitality venue, providing volunteering opportunities for around 150+ people from all walks of life and backgrounds.

We are an invaluable resource for local schools, look after over 22,000 items in our collection and maintain a Category B listed building and gardens.

Housed in the former home and studio of prominent 19th century artist Sir George Reid PRSA, the Museum is the beautiful setting for our enthusiastic, passionate and knowledgeable volunteering team.

As you might expect from Volunteering at a Regimental museum, there will be plenty of opportunities to learn more about the story of The Gordon Highlanders if you wish, however your enthusiasm and time is all we really ask for.

So why not become part of this amazing team, meet new friends, boost your confidence, learn new skills and/or find other ways to utilize your existing skills and experience. Whatever you choose to do, every volunteer in their own way, helps preserve the legacy of The Gordon Highlanders Regiment.

To speak to someone about Volunteering at the Museum, please get at in touch atmuseum@gordonhighlanders.com‍

We have many ways to get involved as a volunteer at The Gordon Highlanders Museum. We aim to provide a fulfilling volunteering experience. Every volunteer receives an induction, familiarisation training and on-going support whilst offering flexible opportunities that work around your availability.

Throughout the year there are opportunities to socialise with other volunteers and staff not least at our Summer Party and Christmas Lunch.
We value the loyalty and support given to the Museum by our volunteers, and recognise this at our end of season Long Service awards presentation.

Some of the ways you can get involved...

Gardening Volunteers: Cutting grass, planting bulbs, keeping flower beds tidy, pruning bushes and clearing leaves, repairing, reproofing structures and benches

Museum Guide Volunteers: Give tailored guided tours to suit the visitor’s wishes including our WW1 trench, be involved with pre-booked group tours, answer visitors’ questions and queries

Front of House Volunteers: Welcoming visitors, Museum admissions including information on the exhibitions, garden, WW1 trench, Café, using the till, handling cash and credit card sales, learn about stock and stock handling

Hospitality Volunteers: Day time hospitality, serving refreshments at break time, lunches, clearing up and making sure conference guests are comfortable

Maintenance Volunteers: Using small hand tools or maintenance equipment, painting and decorating, general DIY, installing new fixtures and fittings, small joinery jobs

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