Dr Adam Naylor
Having gained a PhD in History, Adam Naylor went on to lecture in the subject at Edinburgh University, where he studied. On moving back to Cumbria he ran an antiquarian bookshop in Windermere and became involved with several local charities as well as estate management. Adam Naylor now runs his book business via the internet, and is Chairman of the Trustees of the Lakeland Arts Trust. He recently served as High Sheriff of Cumbria, and is involved with the Historic Houses Association in the Cumbria area.

Elizabeth Rink
Elizabeth (Pit) Rink was a Senior member of Research Staff within the Department of General Practice and Primary Care at Saint George’s University of London Hospital. She has contributed to many papers and conferences, and is Chairman of Ataxia UK, a charity that supports people with forms of ataxia and raises funds for research into the neurological condition. She is based in London but has a home in the Lake District. Pit Rink is Vice Chairman of the Trustees for the Lakeland Arts Trust, and has a keen interest in the Arts & Crafts.

Henry CF Bowring
Henry Bowring runs his own consultancy business and works in the Chairman’s office at Sotheby’s in London. An expert in fine art and antiques, he has a specialist knowledge of eighteenth century furniture, and is Regional Chairman of the Historic Houses Association. A member of the Regional branch of the Art Fund, he is also a JP and has in the past been High Sheriff of Cumbria.

Anthea Case CBE
Originally Director of the National Heritage Memorial Fund and later the first Director of the Heritage Lottery Fund, Anthea Case has had extensive experience of funding bodies. She previously had a successful career in HM Treasury, and has a strong interest in the arts. She is Chair of Heritage Link, a member of the East of England National Trust Advisory Committee, and has been appointed as a Commissioner to the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE). In 2003 she was awarded a CBE for services to heritage.

Lady Cavendish
Lord and Lady Cavendish run Holker Hall in Cumbria as a country house open to the public. Lady Cavendish is heavily involved in the running of the Hall and Estate, which now encompasses Cartmel Racecourse, locally sourced and imported foods, holiday homes, and the highly successful Holker Festival which attracts 20,000 visitors over a weekend. As well as having much experience of running a successful and expanding visitor attraction, Lady Cavendish has a good knowledge of paintings and a particular interest in gardens.

Nicholas Coulson
Former Managing Director of N.M.Rothschild, Nicholas Coulson brings considerable financial knowledge and experience to the Lakeland Arts Trust. Based in London, but with a home in the North of Cumbria, he has a strong interest in Twentieth Century British Art. As a result he has a wide knowledge and range of contacts within this field.

James Cropper
Chairman of the specialist paper manufacturer James Cropper Plc, one of the principal employers in Kendal, Cumbria, James Cropper has held several important positions in industry. James Cropper Plc has a turnover of over £70 million and is one of the South Lakes’ longest established companies. James Cropper has a keen interest in paintings and furniture and his company sponsors several arts organisations. He is involved in many local charities, has an interest in local history, and is Lord Lieutenant of Cumbria. He is a Chartered Accountant by training, and heads the Trust’s Investment Committee.

Annie Graham
A career in television and broadcasting has given Anne Graham extensive experience of the media, and many contacts in London as well as the North East. She has previously been on the board of Northern Arts. She lives in the North of Cumbria and has business interests in Canada.

Robert Hasell-McCosh
Running Dalemain, a country house open to the public in the North of Cumbria, Robert Hasell-McCosh is very much involved in the management of the house and gardens and of its special events and commercial operations. He has undertaken extensive training in the management of heritage attractions, and is also involved with the Historic Houses Association.

Jocelyn Holland
Former Regional Chairman of the Art Fund, Jocelyn Holland took time off some years ago to pursue a degree in Country House Studies at Leeds University. She has a broad knowledge of fine art and country houses, and a keen interest in paintings. Living in the North of Cumbria, she is involved with several charities in the North West as well as acting as a Councillor with Carlisle Parish Council.

Dr John Martin Robinson
An expert in eighteenth century houses and gardens with a broad knowledge of fine art and furniture, John Martin Robinson runs his own architectural consultancy business and is one of Britain’s foremost architectural historians. He has been a long-term advisor at Arundel, has written numerous books on English Country Houses and architecture, and is a regular contributor to Country Life magazine. Recently he curated the exhibition ‘The Regency house’ at the Soane Museum, and wrote the accompanying book. He is Chairman of the Georgian Society and a Queen’s Herald, and divides his time between homes in London and Cumbria.

Peter Rogers CBE
A professional economist, who studied Economics at Manchester University and the London School of Economics, Peter Rogers worked in local and national government, before becoming a regulator in housing, and then broadcasting. As Director of Finance and subsequently Chief Executive of the Independent Television Commission he worked on broadcasting policy, managed a £70m budget and 1,400 staff. He created a new license system, defended the ITC (successfully) at judicial review, and developed its role and
structure. He was also non-executive Director of Channel Four for 10 years. He received a CBE for services to broadcasting and has retired to the Lake District. Peter Rogers is also the Trust’s Honorary Treasurer.

Julian Treuherz
Former Keeper of Art Galleries for National Museums Liverpool, which include the Walker Art Gallery, Sudley House and the Lady Lever Art Gallery, Julian Treuherz is an expert in Victorian painting and has a particular interest in the Arts & Crafts Movement. He led the refurbishment of the Walker Art Gallery as part of the ‘Into the Future’ Development, and has curated major exhibitions including ‘Sir Lawrence Alma Tadema’ and ‘Rosetti’, and is now on the Consultative Committee of the Burlington Magazine. His current positions and his previous roles at Manchester City Art Gallery give him much experience in the management and curatorship of art galleries.

G Philip Wilson
A chartered surveyor, Philip Wilson has knowledge of property matters in terms of history, successful management and legal matters. He was a district councillor for many years and has much experience of local government.

Anthony Rickards Collinson
A senior partner with solicitors Whiteside & Knowles in North Lancashire, Tony Collinson advises the Lakeland Arts Trust on legal matters. Tony is the Trust’s Honorary Secretary.