Meet the Trustees
Peter Waddell
Chair of the Trustees
Peter’s guidance and expertise provide invaluable direction to our projects and strategies.
Martin McEvoy
Trustee, Building Lead & Duty Supervisor
Martin’s expertise in construction and development is key in expanding our facilities and capabilities.
Steve Harmer
Trustee, Operations Manager & Duty Supervisor
Steve’s been involved with the project from the beginning and his tech-savvy approach is crucial in keeping Holme Farm connected and forward-thinking.
Andi Roy
Trustee, Biodiversity Expert & DOE Award Advisor
Andi’s our very own David Bellamy! He is our prized Biodiversity Expert keep an eye on all of Holme Farm’s flora and fauna and beyond!
Claire Ferris
Trustee
Claire brings a strong background in the charity and non-profit sector. She combines organisational skills with a proactive, get-things-done energy that keeps projects moving and teams on track.
Abi Knight
Treasurer
Abi’s experience brings financial strategy to Holme Farm, ensuring sustainable growth, optimised resources, and long-term fulfilment of the project’s aims.
Paul Haygreen
Trustee, IT Lead, and One of the Original Founders
Paul’s been involved with the project from the beginning and his tech-savvy approach is crucial in keeping Holme Farm connected and forward-thinking.
Mike Nevin
Business Manager & Corporate Liasion
Mike co-ordinates our partnership with our corporate helpers and sponsors
Meet some of our key players
Annie Moore
Community Garden Lead & HF Events Co-ordinator
Annie TBC
Keith Tarling
Apiary Lead & Duty Supervisor
Keith TBC
Rob Jones
Daily Site Project Co-Ordinator
Rob keeps charge of daily tasks that keep Holme Farm progessing forward
Neil Cossey
Woodturning Lead
Neil set up the woodturning workshop, leads woodturning learning sessions, and manages commissioned woodturning projects
Ronnie Kendall
Founder
Ronnie, has since moved on from the project but his vision and passion lives on and Holme Farm will always be indebted to him
Christine Kendall
Founder
Christine, worked tirelessly alongside her husband and the original committee to bring Holme Farm to life. We wish them well with their move out of the area!
Ellie Harmer
Publishing & Social Media Guru
Ellie, TBC
Nick Royle
Duty Supervisor, Allotment & Forest School Lead
Nick, TBC
Jenny Jeffery
Duty Supervisor
Jennie TBC
It is with deep sadness that Holme Farm announces the passing of Malcolm Cressy on 30 September 2024. Malcolm served as Chair and Trustee from 4 January 2021 and was an integral part of the Holme Farm community.
As the first Runnymede Councillor to recognise the potential of our vision, Malcolm responded to our earliest call for support and became a steadfast champion of the project. He played a pivotal role in securing backing from Runnymede Borough Council and, once permission to use Holme Farm was granted, accepted our invitation to lead the Board of Trustees. Much of his work was undertaken quietly and without seeking recognition, yet his influence was profound.
His knowledge of political processes and strategic planning helped lay the foundations on which Holme Farm continues to grow. We remain deeply grateful for his belief in our vision from the very beginning.
Malcolm’s wisdom, encouragement, compassion and sense of humour will be greatly missed. We are committed to honouring his legacy and upholding the values he championed.