Youth ambassadors needed for Gainsborough Old Hall
Young people are being offered the opportunity to volunteer at one of England's best-preserved medieval manor houses.English Heritage, which manages Gainsborough Old Hall, in Lincolnshire, has announced it is looking to recruit youth ambassadors.Anyone aged between 16 and 18 can apply for the year-long positions, and they would need to commit to between two and four hours each month.According to the application pack, duties would include working with archaeologists and curators on new activities and helping create a film about the site.
The 15th Century site, on Parnell Street, has played host to some of history's great names, from Henry VIII and his wife Katherine Parr to John Wesley, founder of the Methodist Church.Over the years it has had many uses from an assembly room and masonic temple, through to a linen factory, pub and soup kitchen.English Heritage said it wants to hear from candidates who are creative, have an interest in heritage through places, objects, people and stories, and are passionate about making a difference.Further details about the vacancy can be found here.
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