Help bring magic and mischief to children with long-term health challenges

Help bring magic and mischief to children with long-term health challenges

“I’m a better person because I’m involved in Over The Wall Camp. I’m happier, warmer, and more smiley because of the work that I get to do with this charity.”

Volunteer Applications are open!

We are seeking volunteers for our 2027 camps for children and young people with long-term health conditions, their siblings, and families.

Volunteers help provide a fun, safe, and supportive environment where children aged 8 to 17 years can rediscover the magic and mischief of childhood; try new things, meet new friends and reflect on all their achievements.

Help bring magic and mischief

The majority of next year’s camps – Health Challenge Camps, Siblings Camps and Family Camps – will take place our new forever home in Ockbrook, Derbyshire, as well as camps at Strathallan, Scotland.

No two days are the same on the 3-day and 5-day residential camps. 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.

‘I’m a better person because I’m involved in Over The Wall Camp. I’m happier, warmer, more smiley, more patient, and more relaxed because of the work that I get to do with this charity.”
Camp Volunteer

Rewarding, worthwhile and fun!

Charlotte Gibson, Senior Volunteer Coordinator, 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 safe and magical environment.

“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.

“It’s a unique experience and we can’t wait to see your application to join us on camp!”

"I have genuinely had the best week at camp! I felt so welcome and supported by all the volunteers and staff throughout the week. Through giving my time, energy, skills and abilities to camp, I know I'm making a difference, and that's epic!’
Camp Volunteer