Our People Dedicated, Enthusiastic, Qualified
The Bendrigg Family
Our staff, trustees and patrons – We’re all part of one big family, the Bendrigg Family!
Creativity, patience, empathy and a “can do attitude” are the key qualities of the people that work at Bendrigg. We have always attracted and retained highly motivated, hardworking and talented people. Our visitors regularly tell us that it is because of these amazing people, they continue to return to us year in, year out.
– Nick Liley, Bendrigg Principal
The commitment and passion that every single staff member at Bendrigg Trust portray is an absolute privilege to witness. To see the impact this organisation has upon the children and young adults that have the opportunity to experience this wonderful environment is overwhelmingly special. Every single member of staff goes that extra mile to ensure my role as Project Leader is made as easy as possible and that the children and young people achieve a huge amount whilst having the time of their lives.
– Rebecca Hargreaves, Phab National Projects Manager
Our Staff
Our Staff
Nick
Nick is the Centre Director of Bendrigg. He first came to Bendrigg as a volunteer in 1995.
Pip
Pip is Nick's black Labrador. You're likely to see him out and about at lunchtime and he loves to play!
Jonny
Jonny is the Facilities Manager
Sam
Sam is our Senior Tutor
Bridget
Bridget and her Cloud help raise funds for Bendrigg all the way from distant Devon
Libby
Libby is Senior Cook (pictured on the left with Val)
Gill
Gill is Bendrigg's HR & Finance Manager and has been at Bendrigg since 2010, athough it feels like longer! She is an avid skier and a reluctant runner.
Louise
Louise is our Fundraising Co-ordinator.
Vicky
Vicky is a Tutor and has been at Bendrigg for many years. She loves being outdoors playing (almost) whatever the weather!
Oya
Oya’s favourite day of the week is Monday as it means coming to work and making friends with the latest visiting group!
Sarah
Sarah is the Business Development Manager and joined Bendrigg in 2015. In her spare time she likes to go walking with husband Dave, daughter Amy and dog Lara
Val
Val is one of Bendrigg's cooks (pictured on the right with Libby)
Kate
Kate is our Volunteer Coordinator
Liz B
Liz is one of Bendrigg's Tutors. "Being outside makes you happy inside"
Vic
Vic is a Tutor at Bendrigg. She loves the great outdoors and "Van Life" exploring the beautiful Lake District and beyond!
Steve
Steve is one of Bendrigg's cooks. He was previously a Tutor.
Ed
Ed is the Site Supervisor & on his days off he loves going out on his kayak or canoe on the nearby lakes and rivers!
Paula
Paula is our Bookings Administrator and really enjoys wild swimming in the beautiful Lake District!
Lee
Lee is a Tutor.
Holly
Holly is a Tutor. She is always super bouncy and loves kayaking and the outdoors in general.
Rex
Rex is a Tutor and loves playing his guitar around the campfire! You'll often hear him singing baby shark too!
Beth
Beth is one of our Bookings Co-ordinators and was previously Activities Co-ordinator and a Trainee Tutor here at Bendrigg!
Liz D
Liz is a Activities Co-ordinator and was previously a Tutor.
Claire
Claire is a Tutor
Sarah
Sarah is a Trainee
Mel
Mel is a Tutor.
Evie
Evie is Mels gorgeous dog!
Josh
Josh is a Tutor
Jennifer
Jennifer is a Housekeeper.
Steve G
Steve is a Tutor, occasional cyclist, singer; mostly human :)
Noah
Noah is a Trainee
Carolyn
Carolyn is a Cook
Emma
Emma is a Trainee
Vini
Vini is a Housekeeper
Simon
Simon is a Tutor & previously was a trainee here at Bendrigg.
Our Trustees
Our Trustees
Adrian Walter
Adrian is our Chair of Trustees. He has been a regular volunteer at Bendrigg on the Tutorial team which gives him a great insight into the activity delivery at Bendrigg.
Kim Parry
Kim is our Treasurer. He is a graduate chartered accountant & MBA. He is currently the director of Finance & Resources for Outward Bound Trust.
Shelagh Mcgregor
Shelagh is a trustee. She is a sector-chartered accountant with an interest in strategic resource management. Shelagh has skills in Business Admin, Finance and running services effectively and efficiently.
John Holmes
John is chairman of the projects committee. He is a trained Quantity Surveyor with a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Tom Hibbert
Tom is a qualified accountant & has been actively involved in various roles at Bendrigg since the 70's
Rachael Hodgson
Rachael's background is in Education & she loves outdoor activities!
Tim Lowe
Tim's connection to Bendrigg goes back to the very beginning. He has over 40 years of experience as a trustee for several charities - including Bendrigg.
Anne Fleck
Anne has hands on experience working with disabled people doing outdoor activities. She has a degree in Chemical Engineering & MA in Computer Management
Brian McDonough
Brian has worked in further education for over 30 years. He also has a keen passion for the mountains!
Peter Bates
Peter is a solicitor specialising in property law. He is also a trustee of the Hartley Trust which supports projects in Africa.
Jeremy Prall
Jeremy has worked in fundraising for 25 years, in London and Scotland, both for leading international NGOs and as a freelancer and consultant.
Kay Foster
Kay has been a regular office volunteer at Bendrigg for 3 years. She has a background in business management and experience in change management consulting.
Our Patrons
Our Patrons
Jamie Andrew
Jamie is a Mountaineer & Quadruple Amuptee. He has supported Bendrigg over may years and has supported individuals at Bendrigg with progression in climbing.
Claire Hensman
Lord Lieutenant of Cumbria - Claire became involved with Bendrigg in 1980 when local trustees were being sought. She has been a fan and supporter of us ever since!
Karen Darke
Karen is a Paralympic Silver Medallist for British Para-Cycling. We are thrilled to have her on board as a Bendrigg Patron.
Sir Chris Bonington
Sir Chris is a British Mountaineer & long standing Patron of Bendrigg