How long have you been a volunteer?
I have volunteered for nearly two years since I moved to the Dales.
Why did you want to become a volunteer?
As I was retired I had the time and wanted to contribute to the community in a way that my skills and experience would help. It was also a good way of getting to know people.
What do you do as a volunteer?
As a volunteer for DCM I do research at the Museum. I also do other volunteering including:
- seeing people and taking calls at the Citizens Advice Bureau
- being a school governor and volunteer at Askrigg School
- driving the Little White Bus
I also get involved in other activities in Askrigg, including currently helping with others to prepare a new book about life in the Parish to update similar books that were published in 1965, 1977 and 1990.
What do you enjoy about being a volunteer?
I enyoy meeting people and being useful.
What’s been your greatest achievement as a volunteer?
Hopefully helping to give a good service.
Where is your favourite place in the Yorkshire Dales National Park?
This is difficult, but Mill Gill is my nearest favourite place.
