We have really enjoyed having Ben and Connie here this year. It has given us more capacity to do our work, an additional set of skills and, most importantly, a fresh perspective.
At the start of their placement, Connie and Ben were asked to consider how we could better engage with young people. As well as assisting us in a variety of activities, from gardening to interviewing visitors, to supporting in meetings and school sessions, Ben has produced a draft marketing plan for engaging young people and Connie has produced a draft script for an interpretive tour which we hope will speak to people from primary school age upwards.
We have learned from them that providing work experience placements for young people is, in itself, a great way to involve them. They have given us excellent ideas for capturing the imagination of a different range of people and stimulating interest in the park’s heritage and history.
Here’s what Connie and Ben have to say about the experience:
Connie: “I am a 22 year old Public History and Heritage Master’s student from Swansea University. I have just finished my placement at Parc Yr Esgob, and I have had such an amazing time.
“Before I joined Parc Yr Esgob I was worried that I did not know enough about the heritage industry to find a job after I graduated, but through my time here I have learnt so much and I am so much more confident in every aspect of the heritage sector. I have learnt a lot about the importance of volunteers, how to engage visitors, and the role of interpretation. I have also found a passion for engaging young people in heritage, which I hope to carry forward into my future career.
“I enjoyed my time at Parc Yr Esgob greatly, and I am incredibly grateful for everyone there for everything I have learnt.”
Ben: “I have had a great experience at Parc Yr Esgob during my 100-hour placement. My placement at Parc yr Esgob has been invaluable, as it has given me experience of what it is like to work at a heritage site and the skills necessary to do so, as before I volunteered at the park, I had no true understanding of how heritage sites are run and what it is like to work in one.
“My time at the park has enhanced my communication, leadership, and marketing skills, and it has been a joy to work alongside the volunteers and staff at the park. I have really enjoyed my time at the park, and I thank all the staff and volunteers who have made my time at the park so pleasant. I recommend anyone interested in history and desires a job in the heritage sector to volunteer at the park, for you will surely enjoy it.”
A fond farewell to Connie and Ben
Posted: 26/05/2026 by Admin2
We have really enjoyed having Ben and Connie here this year. It has given us more capacity to do our work, an additional set of skills and, most importantly, a fresh perspective.
At the start of their placement, Connie and Ben were asked to consider how we could better engage with young people. As well as assisting us in a variety of activities, from gardening to interviewing visitors, to supporting in meetings and school sessions, Ben has produced a draft marketing plan for engaging young people and Connie has produced a draft script for an interpretive tour which we hope will speak to people from primary school age upwards.
We have learned from them that providing work experience placements for young people is, in itself, a great way to involve them. They have given us excellent ideas for capturing the imagination of a different range of people and stimulating interest in the park’s heritage and history.
Here’s what Connie and Ben have to say about the experience:
Connie: “I am a 22 year old Public History and Heritage Master’s student from Swansea University. I have just finished my placement at Parc Yr Esgob, and I have had such an amazing time.
“Before I joined Parc Yr Esgob I was worried that I did not know enough about the heritage industry to find a job after I graduated, but through my time here I have learnt so much and I am so much more confident in every aspect of the heritage sector. I have learnt a lot about the importance of volunteers, how to engage visitors, and the role of interpretation. I have also found a passion for engaging young people in heritage, which I hope to carry forward into my future career.
“I enjoyed my time at Parc Yr Esgob greatly, and I am incredibly grateful for everyone there for everything I have learnt.”
Ben: “I have had a great experience at Parc Yr Esgob during my 100-hour placement. My placement at Parc yr Esgob has been invaluable, as it has given me experience of what it is like to work at a heritage site and the skills necessary to do so, as before I volunteered at the park, I had no true understanding of how heritage sites are run and what it is like to work in one.
“My time at the park has enhanced my communication, leadership, and marketing skills, and it has been a joy to work alongside the volunteers and staff at the park. I have really enjoyed my time at the park, and I thank all the staff and volunteers who have made my time at the park so pleasant. I recommend anyone interested in history and desires a job in the heritage sector to volunteer at the park, for you will surely enjoy it.”
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