The Ashington Community Centre Trust Volunteers
To all those who have served the Centre and the Village … We thank you.
New trustees are always welcome.
New trustees are always welcome.
Ashington Community Centre Trust (ACCT) is a registered charity that manages assets on behalf of the residents of the village. The trust is run by a Board of Trustees – volunteers who are elected as trustees at our AGM.
To maintain the facilities and grounds for your enjoyment now and for future generations, we depend on the effort, time and enthusiasm put in by our trustees, and we are always looking for help from new trustees who may have skills to help run the trust. There are many areas involved; from maintenance to communications, finance to IT, event planning to project management and many more besides.
If you would like to help the village and make a difference, please contact one of the committee members or use contact us to find out more.
Q and A
Why should I join Ashington Community Centre Trust?
If you live in Ashington, these are your facilities and by becoming a trustee it ensures you have a say in how they are run.
How much time do I need to commit to being a trustee?
There are no set hours, although we would hope you could commit to at least several hours a month and attend a monthly trustees meeting.
What can I bring to the trust?
As well as your skills and experience, it is healthy to have new ideas and fresh ways of looking at things.
What will I get out of being a trustee?
The satisfaction and enjoyment of helping to maintain the village facilities for the benefit of yourself and other residents. The opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people, and be a part of shaping the village as we move forward.
Is there any liability on me as a trustee?
ACCT is fully insured for trustee liability.
Margaret Alford BEM
On the right is Margaret Alford accepting her British Empire Medal. A long serving trustee and Secretary of ACCT, Margaret was awarded the honour for her tireless commitment to village life, which over the years has also involved time on the Parish Council, and running the Ashington Festival for many years.
Chair
Chris Wood
Vice Chair
Michelle Simpson
IT & Security
TBA
Trustee
Martin Jenkins
Secretary
Margaret Alford
Grounds
Robin Botting
Trustee & DPO
Mark Jones
Trustee & Booking Secretary
Shirley Piper
Trustee
Carl Smart
Treasurer
Michelle Simpson
Buildings
Operations & Maintenance Group of Trustees
Compliance
Governance Group of Trustees