Volunteer Stories – John Hancock
22/07/2026
By Anne
Role in the park: Receptionist Background: John has been here “since it opened” and was one of the first receptionists here. He is 81 years old and lives locally. Previous to volunteering at the park he worked for five years as a hospital receptionist up until the Covid period. John has been volunteering for about …
Volunteer Stories – Stephen Law
Posted: 10/06/2026 by Anne
Gardening volunteer
“I have been volunteering at the park for 1 year.
“I was told about the opportunity to volunteer here by the other garden (Aberglasney) that I also volunteer at.
“I have worked outside in horticulture most of my career. Volunteering here allows me to carry that on in retirement.
“Born Ipswich, Suffolk. Joined RAF 1981-1987
“Had own gardening company 1987-2019”
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