Children’s charity makes volunteers appeal for 2026 camps

Over The Wall Camp has launched an appeal for volunteers to help at its 2026 camps for children and young people with long-term health conditions, their siblings and families.

Volunteers provide a fun, safe and supportive environment for children aged eight to 17 years to rediscover the magic and mischief of childhood; to try new things, have amazing impactful experiences and to reflect on all their achievements.

The majority of next year’s camps – Health Challenge Camps, Siblings Camps, Family Camps and Home Education Camps – are due to take place at the charity’s new forever home in Derbyshire, as well as camps at Perthshire, Scotland.

Volunteers work together to deliver or support activities, including arts and crafts, team games, campfires, archery, dance parties and more.

In addition, thanks to clinical volunteers – qualified doctors, nurses and paramedics – camps can safely accommodate children currently receiving treatment or experiencing health challenges for over 130 illnesses.

Emily Corrigan, assistant camp director (volunteering), said: “Volunteering with Over The Wall Camp is incredibly rewarding and worthwhile.

“Alongside learning new skills, increasing your self-confidence and making lifelong friendships with other volunteers, you can make a big difference to the lives of children and young people, in a magical environment.”

Volunteer roles include teammates, activity leaders and media crew.

Emily added: “From bringing activities to life and being the spark that keeps the camp buzzing to providing home-from-home nursing and medical care, there really is a role for everyone at Over The Wall Camp.”

Full volunteer training and support are provided, as well as accommodation and food for the duration of the camp.

Volunteers must be aged 18 and above and will be asked to complete an enhanced DBS check for camps in England, or a PVG certificate for camps in Scotland.

No previous experience working with children or young people is needed.

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