Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust
Identifying Buildings at Risk • Achieving their Rescue
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B@R Volunteer Hub
Become a Volunteer
There are several thousand Grade II listed buildings in Derbyshire.
With an innovative approach, and the power of volunteers, we plan to complete a condition survey of each and every one.
Our aim is to use a digital application (app), developed by the West Midlands Historic Buildings Trust with support from Historic England, to identify which buildings are most at-risk, as this will enable us and our stakeholders to focus support and investment towards the most vulnerable buildings. It is also an excellent opportunity to get out and about, actively engaging with your local area and heritage.
Get Involved
The Buildings at Risk project offers a unique volunteering opportunity. No prior knowledge or experience of historic buildings is required – just an inquisitive nature and enthusiasm to explore!
There is a 30-minute training module to complete before joining the project to ensure that every volunteer, whether novice or enthusiast, has a consistent approach to their building condition surveys.
It is then up to you whether you dip-in while waiting for a bus, or structure a full day of exploring with friends. This project is an opportunity for us to build a community of volunteers; people like you who are interested in the historic landscape of Derbyshire and passionate about preserving this for future generations.
Follow the three steps below to sign up today!
Follow the steps to get started with Mergin Maps (the app that hosts our Buildings at Risk project), complete your online training module and registration then we can add you straight to the live project! It takes around 30 minutes to sign up.
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Complete our volunteer training module.
Get started with your online training here.
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Once your training is completed, send us an email (volunteers@derbyshirehistoricbuildingstrust.org.uk).
Please include the email address you used to sign up for Mergin Maps and your full name and username.
