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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

National Museum of Rural Life

The National Museum of Rural Life has exhibits exploring the technology and social history of life and work in the countryside. Our museum also has a historic farmhouse and working farm with heritage breeds of dairy and beef cattle, pigs, sheep, horses and chickens onsite.

It’s a fun a place for little ones to play and develop with regular activities such as tractor tots. It’s a fantastic learning environment for school children to discover sustainability, social history and where their food comes from. And with a lovely café and tranquil setting it’s a beautiful place to unwind.

Current opportunities

National Museums Scotland is currently looking for Volunteer Farmhouse Guides at our National Museum of Rural Life (near East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire). We are looking for enthusiastic, creative...

National Museums Scotland is currently looking for Volunteer Farmhouse Guides at our National Museum of Rural Life (near East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire). We are looking for enthusiastic, creative...

National Museums Scotland is currently looking for Volunteer Farmhouse Guides at our National Museum of Rural Life (near East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire). We are looking for enthusiastic, creative...