FLAG FEN NEEDS YOU!
The Francis and Maisie Pryor Charitable Trust are recruiting!
To support the future of Flag Fen, the Francis and Maisie Pryor Charitable Trust (FMPCT) are supporting the formation of a ‘Friends of Flag Fen’ group.
The ancient archaeological and environmentally sensitive site at Flag Fen is under threat. Climate change, along with the wider expansion from local industrial development, means that we need passionate and driven members to join us to help preserve this unique, globally recognised site, of international importance.
The FMPCT are a longstanding, local, not for profit organisation that has supported many independent community groups, in the region. Run completely by volunteers, it has given direct financial awards for environmental and/or archaeological projects in the region and is dedicated to help support Flag Fen’s long term preservation.
Many people think Flag Fen is completely run by the local authority. Well yes, there are core funds that come directly from local government which allows the park, museum and visitor centre to operate but Flag Fen needs more than just the basics covered. It needs a plan to preserve it’s future and money to pay for all the things it can acheive. By recruiting volunteers and receiving donations, you as a friend will be part of a generation of supporters who will allow the secrets of Flag Fen to be revealed for the generations to come. Friends will be working to improve further research on the site, increase learning to all ages and secure the preservation of the yet undiscovered artifacts that we know are there.
You can be involved as much or as little as you want with Friends of Flag Fen, just contact us via the contact page below and tell us about yourself, or if you just want to make a donation.
How can you help?
It’s not just about money, if you have time available with skills you think may benefit us, or you may just want to learn new skills in our unique environment, then let us know – we want to hear from you!
Individuals, groups or companies – are all welcome. The team at Flag Fen are a friendly mixed bunch, and are only too happy to welcome new volunteers into the fold. Whether you’re an individual needing a new challenge, a group of enthusiasts who can offer team skills or a company willing to support this community project at large, any reason is a good reason to join. You will make new friends, learn new skills, improve your physical and mental wellbeing – and in time, you will find out very quickly the values of becoming a part of the Flag Fen story.
Your company has professional skills that can help us too! We welcome businesses of any size to pledge help and it’s worth remembering that Corporate Companies can donate their time as part of their public engagement policy and would be most welcome.
To find out more about the FMPCT click here