Countryside Access – Work Experience Placement

Interested in getting hands-on experience maintaining and managing public outdoor spaces?

This placement offers insight into both practical and legal aspects of countryside access, depending on your interests.

What you’ll do

Practical Maintenance Work

Join the maintenance team to carry out tasks such as clearing vegetation, repairing bridges, and installing gates. This is ideal for students interested in fieldwork and hands-on environmental management.

Legal & Rights of Way Work

Learn about the legal side of countryside access, including public rights of way, legal orders, enforcement, historical research, and cartography. These tasks are more specialised but offer a unique perspective on managing access and land use.

Team Collaboration

Work alongside experienced staff, contribute to day-to-day operations, and gain insight into how practical and legal teams support safe and accessible outdoor spaces.

This placement is perfect for students curious about countryside management, environmental maintenance, or public access law, providing a combination of fieldwork and administrative experience.

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