The trustees of Dukes Barn come from a wide variety of backgrounds and offer a range of skills and experience, including human resources management, social work, teaching, the law, finance, medicine, engineering, and accountancy. All of the trustees have been involved with community and charity work for a number of years and have a proven track record of business management, governance in the voluntary sector, and fundraising.
The managers of Dukes Barn Company are highly qualified in the delivery of outdoor adventure activities. They have many years of experience working with disadvantaged, disabled, and special needs children and young adults and in the operational management of centres such as Dukes Barn.
Rob Eley - Chair of Trustees
Rob is a retired solicitor and Business Director. He brings a wealth of commercial expertise to the role of Chair of Trustees as an experienced Company Director having worked at senior level both in the UK and abroad, with His broad base of business skills is an asset to the management team.
Nicholas Wood - Trustee
Nicholas is a chartered surveyor with twenty-five years of experience in property management. He is currently employed as an agent at the Chatsworth Estate, where he has lived and worked since 1993. His role as Chair of Edensor Parish Meeting enables him to work closely with surrounding communities. He takes a keen interest in local affairs and in providing access for all. His background as a surveyor brings a range of property-based knowledge and skills to the Board of Trustees.
Tim Fish - Trustee
Tim is currently the Product Director at Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd. Tim has a passion for the outdoors, being a keen climber and designer, bringing with him a wealth of industry experience.
George Dean - Trustee
George has a strong background in contract negotiation and commercial management in the Aerospace Industry. He lives locally and is a keen walker.
Jude Irons - Trustee
Jude lives near the Peak District in Derbyshire. With a degree in Animal Science, she has built a career in the food industry, focusing on the agricultural supply chain. Passionate about science, the arts, and animal welfare, Jude actively supports children with diverse needs. She enjoys running, riding her retired horse, and spending time outdoors with her family
