Dagenham Farm welcomes volunteers to help out with many tasks on the farm, including planting, weeding, watering and harvesting. We can find work to suit different strengths, abilities and preferences.
Autumn volunteering will start on Tuesday 6 October and take place on Tuesdays from 1pm till 4pm. Please complete this short form to tell us a bit more about yourself and email Alice to let her know what date you would like to start.
Visit this page to learn about the farm and watch a short film about volunteering with us.
Growing Communities actively welcomes volunteers and visitors of any age, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, class, ability, faith or cultural background.
Getting ready
- Wear clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for outdoor work. There are places to put your coats and bags in the volunteer area.
- You might want to wear a hat if it's sunny.
- We have sun lotion.
- We will provide any tools you need and show you how to use them.
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There are kitchen facilities where you can make a drink, and there's a compost toilet onsite.
Bee prepared
We have beehives at the farm. You must let us know if you are allergic to bee stings and bring your EpiPen with you.
How to find us
Dagenham Farm is on the edge of Central Park off Rainham Road North, just off Luke Allsopp Square. It can be reached via the District Line, Elizabeth Line, Overground or 103 bus (Woodshire Road stop).
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