We currently have over 300 volunteers. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, experiences and age groups and we simply ask that they respect the Cathedral's Values.

Why volunteer?

Volunteering helps the Cathedral but there are also many benefits for each individual volunteer.

• You may wish to volunteer at Peterborough Cathedral as an extension of your faith.

• You may want the opportunity to spend time in and learn more about this beautiful, awe-inspiring building and help to preserve its heritage.

• You may enjoy meeting people from many countries and cultures.

• You may want to become part of our friendly, welcoming community.

• You may want to learn new skills and build experience that can help in future employment.

To find out more about volunteering as a company or team, please see our Corporate Volunteering page.

2025 guides course

From February to April 2025 we will be running our popular Guides course, to train volunteers to lead our highlights tour. We are looking for guides who will have good availability at the weekend. This is a mixture of theory based sessions delivered at the Cathedral, as well as practical sessions with a mentor. If you are interested in applying to join the course, more information can be found here

All interested applicant (including existing volunteers) should apply through the expression of interest form which can be accessed here:

https://form.jotform.com/243322586340049 

Please note applications close at 5pm on 2nd January 2025. If you have any questions or to have an informal discsussion with the team, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator Charlotte, volunteer.coordinator@peterborough-cathedral.org.uk 

What some of our volunteers say

"When I think about being a volunteer at the Cathedral it makes me smile! The building, its history, the staff, the other volunteers and the visitors from all around the world just make it so worthwhile. It’s time well spent!" Lydia, Welcomer 

"I've got a great thing to add to my CV and great friends out of this. I hope to continue volunteering." Noah, Exhibition Volunteer

“Not being a regular church goer, I was a little apprehensive, but this was forgotten in minutes. Everyone was very welcoming, and I had a very enjoyable first day. I look forward to volunteering again.” David, Exhibition Volunteer

Contact us

If you are interested in volunteering with us, please get in touch to find out more about our current needs:

Charlotte Amato-Gauci
Volunteer Coordinator
01733 355315
volunteer.coordinator@peterborough-cathedral.org.uk

* Please note that we are only able to accept applications from people living in the UK *