This training day is for anyone interested in finding out how regular upkeep and monitoring can help to keep places of worship or other buildings in good condition. You may be involved already with a place of worship, or may simply have an interest in buildings and their upkeep.
When you attend the training day there's no obligation or pressure at all to apply the training, get involved with a place of worship, or volunteer/join a group.
However, some of those attending may be interested in finding out more about Maintenance Co-ops, or even want to get involved in forming Nottingham's first Maintenance Co-Op.
When you attend the training day there's no obligation or pressure at all to apply the training, get involved with a place of worship, or volunteer/join a group.
However, some of those attending may be interested in finding out more about Maintenance Co-ops, or even want to get involved in forming Nottingham's first Maintenance Co-Op.
Why Maintenance Co-ops
"Stave off Decay by Daily Care"
William Morris, the founder of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) understood how vital caring for historic buildings is to their future when he uttered these words back in 1877. Today we understand that every £1 ‘saved’ by not carrying out preventative maintenance at places of worship is likely to cost at least £20 in repairs within five years (Source: GutterClear). This is where Maintenance Co-operatives step in. Each co-operative is made up of a group of local volunteers who carry out a programme of planned preventative maintenance, essentially stopping decay before it starts. The co-operatives form a network across England, which allows volunteers to work together sharing ideas, resources and good practice. |
What is a Maintenance Co-op
A Maintenance Co-operative is a group of volunteers who are trained to spot maintenance problems and carry out basic preventative maintenance tasks. These activities will prevent small issues from becoming big problems. The co-operatives can work together across a number of local places of worship, and anyone can get involved, whether you worship or work at one of the buildings taking part or simply have an interest in local heritage and are keen to help. The places of worship don’t need to be old or listed to benefit from a Maintenance Co-operative, and they can be of any faith.
Why volunteer
We're looking for people who are interested in hearing about or getting involved in Nottingham's first Maintenance Co-Op.
Come along to our first training day and information session to find out more, try it out, see if it's for you, and help to shape the Maintenance Co-Op (without being under any obligation to get involved).
Can't come on 25 March but would like to get involved or to hear more? We'd love to hear from you.
Who is it for?
Anyone at all who would like to help places of worship (used by any faith) in Nottingham to keep their buildings in good condition, whether you want to be involved casually or on a regular basis.
These buildings don't need to be old, listed, or purpose-built.
You may be a member of a place of worship, interested in heritage, good with buildings, looking to get out and about and meet people, or just hoping to make a contribution to your local area.
This is a mixed role and, depending on your interests, could involve carrying out building condition surveys (based on observation and recording), helping to create maintenance plans, or doing basic maintenance tasks.
All welcome, including those with no prior experience (full training and support will be given).
Any skills or experience that you can bring will be put to good use.
All ages welcome (under-16s with an adult)
This is a role for:
All that we ask is that you're willing to come to some relaxed, practical, training before starting the role
Why get involved?
Come along to our first training day and information session to find out more, try it out, see if it's for you, and help to shape the Maintenance Co-Op (without being under any obligation to get involved).
Can't come on 25 March but would like to get involved or to hear more? We'd love to hear from you.
Who is it for?
Anyone at all who would like to help places of worship (used by any faith) in Nottingham to keep their buildings in good condition, whether you want to be involved casually or on a regular basis.
These buildings don't need to be old, listed, or purpose-built.
You may be a member of a place of worship, interested in heritage, good with buildings, looking to get out and about and meet people, or just hoping to make a contribution to your local area.
This is a mixed role and, depending on your interests, could involve carrying out building condition surveys (based on observation and recording), helping to create maintenance plans, or doing basic maintenance tasks.
All welcome, including those with no prior experience (full training and support will be given).
Any skills or experience that you can bring will be put to good use.
All ages welcome (under-16s with an adult)
This is a role for:
- People with all levels of mobility
- People looking for regular or casual volunteering
- Those who want to get their hands dirty, and those who don't!
- People with or without experience of looking after a building
All that we ask is that you're willing to come to some relaxed, practical, training before starting the role
Why get involved?
- The opportunity to make a real difference in your community
- All you need is enthusiasm, and to be willing to have fun getting involved
- We'll provide everything you need
- You'll be part of a support network, able to discuss maintenance issues, pick up ideas and useful contacts, and share skills and information with other members of the group
Benefits for buildings
Joining a Maintenance Co-operative is a great way to get together and meet other people who face the same challenges with their building as you.
It’s also an excellent way to pool resources and save money. Co-operatives can, for example, jointly hire equipment that is needed at several buildings at once, reducing costs.
Having extra volunteers reduces the pressure on congregations and church wardens.
Find out more about the Maintenance Co-operatives Project
It’s also an excellent way to pool resources and save money. Co-operatives can, for example, jointly hire equipment that is needed at several buildings at once, reducing costs.
Having extra volunteers reduces the pressure on congregations and church wardens.
Find out more about the Maintenance Co-operatives Project