About Spanish Armada Ireland
The Armada is an epic story in world maritime history that has connected Sligo to Spanish and European maritime regions in a unique way. We believe this history gives unlimited potential for North Sligo. Excavation of the wreckage sites and the ongoing development of a dedicated Armada centre displaying any finds is a potentially huge tourist attraction.
The Armada Visitor Centre is open on Saturday and Sunday afternoons from spring to autumn. Our annual Armada Commemoration takes place every September with a weekend of events to remember The Armada.
Visit our website for more information and to view the film we produced 'Armada 1588: Shipwreck & Survival' about Captain Francisco De Cuéllar's adventures in Ireland: https://www.spanisharmadaireland.com
What's Involved
We need 1,100 people to join the commemoration of this tragic event at Streedagh Beach Sligo on the afternoon of Saturday 19th September 2015.
We will need possibly 50 volunteers to help us steward this challenging undertaking. Volunteers will be involved in promoting and protecting the safety of all participants at the initial assembly point, erecting safety barriers at assembly point and at end point, marshalling a walk from Grange to Streedagh Beach Sligo and back (approx. 10km in total) and assisting in the counting, corralling and gathering of approximately 1,100 individuals and ensuring their enjoyment and safety at all times.
Volunteer will meet at the Courthouse in Grange at 11am for a 'Cuppa' and a full briefing on the roles.
What's required for this position
Ideally, if at all possible, each volunteer will need to be assertive, confident, a quick thinker, adaptive, be of a cheerful disposition, helpful, polite and patient. Must be prepared to be available for approximately 6 hours on the day and this will include induction and debriefing for the role.
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 6hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Grange Village and Streedagh Beach, & Grange Courthouse Sligo
Other location details:
Grange Village, Cloontyprucklish, Streedagh Road and Streedagh Beach, Sligo
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
Age restrictions:
Over 21
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Getting there
Donegal or Derry bus or Sligo Galway bus to Grange village, Sligo
