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Enthusiastic Volunteers sought by Durham Pointers

Screen Shot 2016-04-08 at 09.44.37On the back of unprecedented recognition in 2015, Durham Pointers are launching a recruitment drive to swell their volunteer numbers in preparation for the 2016 season.

Durham Pointers will be providing their information and directing service seven days a week from mid-May until early October.  They are familiar sights in both the Market Place, and coach ‘drop-off’ points, thanks to their bright pink tabards.  The service, which was launched in 2012, has achieved considerable recognition and commendation, and in 2015 the Durham Pointers received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Services.

The service relies on volunteers with a passion for the city of Durham and an ability to spare a minimum of two hours a fortnight throughout the summer season.  Anyone interested in volunteering as a Durham Pointer should visit the website www.durhampointers.co.uk where there is an application form, or alternatively email info@durhampointers.co.uk .

Esther Ashby, Senior Coordinator of the Durham Pointers, commented: “We’re always keen to welcome new faces into our team of volunteers, and would encourage anyone who is interested to get in touch with us.  It’s a great way to volunteer in the local community, and also a really enjoyable way to promote this wonderful city.

“Durham Pointers are a friendly and enthusiastic group with a shared passion for Durham.  The volunteers’ love of ‘pointing’ is evident to the thousands of visitors who make use of the service, many of whom tell us they wish their home city or town could provide something similar.”

Durham Pointers is a team of over 50 volunteers who provide a warm welcome to visitors to Durham as well as providing them with directions around the City.  The Pointers operate each year between mid-May and early October, both in the Market Place, and welcoming coach visitors to the city.

For more information on Durham Pointers see www.durhampointers.co.uk .

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