This website uses cookies for anonymised analytics and for account authentication. See our privacy and cookies policies for more information.




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

Sign in to use saved searches

 

Events Volunteer (Forth Bridge Abseil 2025)

Volunteering details

Are you ready to make a difference while being part of one of Scotland's most exciting fundraising events? Join us as a volunteer at the iconic Forth Bridge Abseil on Sunday 28th September 2025 and help people across Scotland live life to the full!

We are looking for volunteers to support our Fundraising team make this year's event a success. Various volunteering roles and time slots are available to match your interests and availability. If you have an enthusiasm for fundraising, like being part of a team, and want to make a real difference to people with our conditions, we'd love to have you involved!

Why we want you
We are looking for someone to help the Fundraising team raise funds in their local community by attending organised Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland events.


What you will be doing
Attend organised CHSS events (indoor and outdoor)
Raise awareness of CHSS
Engage with the public at the registration desk, water stations and finish line
Help manage the car park on the event site


The skills you need
Enjoy engaging with people
Friendly, polite and cheerful
Ability to get to and from the event location safely
Ability to volunteer as part of a team


What's in it for you
Meet new people
Make a real difference to people with our conditions
Improve your own mental health and wellbeing


Disclaimer
Expenses Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed. These should be discussed with your Line Manager prior to outlay and must be submitted within the prescribed guidelines as detailed in the CHSS Volunteer Expenses Policy.


Travel details

7 Newhalls Road, South Queensferry, Midlothian, EH30 9TA, United Kingdom

Travel expenses

Expenses Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed.

Date

28 September 2025

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more