The purpose of the York Minster volunteer Bell Ringer role is to be part of a team who deliver high quality bell ringing for Sunday and special services for the Chapter of York, and to support Chapter in fulfilling its mission in helping everyone to discover God’s love. You would be part of a team where the encouragement and development of people of all ages and abilities, goes hand in hand with maintaining a centuries old tradition that is heard and valued across the city.  We are currently looking for experienced bell ringers to join the team, ideally being able to ring changes on at least 8 bells (Triples/Major) but preferably higher numbers (Caters and above) and to a good standard of striking, and to be proficient ringing bells of at least 10cwt and at a speed commensurate with a 60cwt ring of 12.  If this sounds like something you would enjoy being a part of, then please have a look at the role description HERE, and complete the volunteer application form HERE and confidential declaration form HERE.

The Old Palace is the home of the Minster’s historic collections – a treasure trove of 30,000 objects spanning nearly 2,000 years of history, 90,000 books in the library and a kilometre of archive material that tell the story of York Minster.  Our library holds books on a wide range of subjects including local history, early York printing, Civil War tracts, theology through the ages, church history and architecture. Modern books include theology and the history of the Minster and the city.  Our collection of records and manuscripts in the archives dates back to the year 1000.  We hold the records of the Chapter of York including the fabric rolls which list how the Minster was built, as well as prints, plans and drawings of the building and surrounding land.

The role of the Old Palace Reception Desk Steward is to welcome visitors to the Old Palace and provide information on accessing the collection of books in the library and the collection of records and manuscripts in the archives.

If this sounds like something you would enjoy being a part of, please have a closer look at the role description HERE then complete an application form HERE and the confidential declaration form found HERE.

Do you enjoy making people feel really welcome and at ease? Can you think on your feet and respond quickly to a variety of situations? Throughout the year, York Minster opens its doors to many people coming to services, concerts and events.  We are looking for people to join our team of Service and Concert Stewards to welcome, provide assistance with finding seats, answering queries and generally making sure people feel at home in what can sometimes be an unfamiliar environment.  Our Stewards also help ensure the smooth and safe running of a service or event by assisting with evacuation should the rare need arise.

If this sounds like something you would enjoy being a part of, please have a closer look at the role description HERE then complete an application form HERE and the confidential declaration form found HERE.

Would you enjoy spending time with families and adults, helping them to enjoy our craft activities?  We are looking to expand our team of Informal Learning Volunteers who assist our Learning Officers in providing fun and creative activities, whilst at the same time learning more about the Minster.  The activities take place primarily during school holidays and occasional weekends in the Minster.  Some of the informal learning activities you could get be involved with include craft workshops (for families and adults), community events, family trails and tours, and storytelling.

If this sounds like something you would enjoy being a part of, please have a closer look at the role description HERE then complete an application form HERE and the confidential declaration form found HERE.

We are always glad to hear from anyone who wishes to become a volunteer guide here at York Minster, however the next training will not be run until the autumn months.

Please register your interest – using the details at the foot of the page  – to receive more information about when these will be taking place and how to apply

Are you a welcoming face? Would you happy to be in the Minster and answer the public’s questions? We have slots available on the information desk, where you will be a point of reference to our 500, 000 visitors a year.  No two days are the same, one day you can looking for a monument of someone’s ancestor and another you can be trying to locate the ‘Mousey Thompson’ Mice.

If this sounds like something you would enjoy being a part of, please have a closer look at the role description HERE then complete an application form HERE and the confidential declaration form found HERE.

Do you love history? Helping people to understand the story of England, and the role that York Minster played in this? Then come and help in our Undercroft museum, where we discuss the rich 2000 year history of the site. We have Roman remains on show to the public where you can bring to life the lives of the centurions who inhabited York (Eboracum). The Anglo-Saxon and Vikings are also brought to life with various artefacts such as the Horn of Ulf. We then talk about the development of religion, the Minster and the people with whom it has become intertwined. The York Gospels have survived fire and flood for 2000 years and we like their story to be told as a finale to the Museum.

If this sounds like something you would enjoy being a part of, please have a closer look at the role description HERE then complete an application form HERE and the confidential declaration form found HERE.