Trustees

Meet our dedicated team of Trustees

Our board of Trustees are responsible for the overall control and strategic direction of Cherry Trees. They meet quarterly to discuss , decide and review our strategy and policies and receive reports and updates from senior managers. Our Trustees are a volunteer team of dedicated professionals which include a G.P, Lawyer, successful Business owners, Marketing and Finance specialists, along with a parent.

Many of the Trustees have a personal connection with children and young adults with disabilities, which combined with their invaluable professionals expertise, creates a very strong board that leads the strategy of the charity.

Mark Clement

Chair of TrusteesRead more

Ann Taylor

Vice Chair of TrusteesRead more

Clare Colborne-Baber

TrusteeRead more

Simon Runton

TrusteeRead more

Deborah Powlesland

Company SecretaryRead more

Cathy McMullan

TrusteeRead more

Caroline Black

Parent TrusteeRead more

Adrian Thompson

Honorary Treasurer & TrusteeRead more

Mike Evans

TrusteeRead more

Latest

Care Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and fun individual to join Cherry Trees amazing care team. Cherry Trees provides day-time and over-night “home from home” respite to children with a range of disabilities in a stimulating environment.

Elaine does Triathlon

I am fundraising for Cherry Trees because I appreciate how important respite care for disabled children and their families is.

Helping To Grow Cherry Trees

From smooth to stubbly! One of Cherry Trees biggest supporters is dodging the razor for the next six weeks, to raise money for us with a winter charity beard shave-off.

our Southdowns Walk!

Cherry Trees has been fabulous for Sean & family .. we'd like to support that :)

Why we’re here

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Volunteer For Us

Can you give a little time to make a big difference? Our volunteers are the lifeblood of Cherry Trees and without the tremendous support of our volunteers and donors Cherry Trees would not exist. They carry out vital activities and support that make Cherry Trees happen and without them we would not be able to provide the much needed short breaks that families with children with disabilities so desperately need.

Care Opportunities

We are currently recruiting! Our care staff are passionate about making a difference to the lives of children with disabilities, are enthusiastic, energetic and work well within our committed team. If you feel you have the qualities to join our staff team please get in touch

Facilities and activities

We pride ourselves on being a 'home from home', with a range of exciting areas in the house and garden for children to safely play in, have fun and develop lasting friendships.

Vision, mission and values

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Watch our video

Watch our video to see the fun we have here at Cherry Trees and see the difference it makes to the lives of our children!

Family support

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Be A Cherry Champion

Can you be a Cherry Champion? Become Cherry involved with us and make a difference to families with children that have disabilities.

Supporting Cherry Trees

Every donation no matter how small or large is greatly received. Your donation will help a child have a fantastic time at Cherry Trees in a fun, loving and safe environment whilst giving Mums, Dads and siblings chance of a well-deserved break. Thank you so much for your support. "Thanks to Cherry Trees caring for Jack we are able to spend quality time with our daughter doing things that she wants, plus we get to sleep all night without disruption."

Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100

Take part in this iconic cycling challenge, cycling through the streets of London and around the stunning Surrey hills as part of "Team Cherry Trees".... Be Cherry Active and sign up to raise money for our children and families. We are now reserving places for 2019 - make sure you don't miss out.