The Board of Trustees are responsible for setting the long-term direction of the group and ensuring good governance for the charity is always adhered to. They are also there to further the charity’s objects as set out in the governing document. They will also ensure financial probity and be the accountable body for the group. They will report to our community via an annual report and annual accounts and an Annual General Meeting to which the public are invited.
Shelly Quinton-Hulme 
Simon Bramall 
Anne Clayson 
Christine Barry 
Jean Napier 
Stephen Adshead 
Ita Kirrane 
Suzy Woods 
Tom Ross Associate Trustee
Shelly Quinton-Hulme – Chairperson – Was a founder member of the Friends of Victoria Park back in 2002. She became the chair of the group in 2006 and has served as the chairperson ever since. Shelly works full time in Project Management and Controls for Network Rail. Shelly also chairs Stretford Children’s Theatre charity and is chair of governors at Victoria Park Infants School. She is well known and respected within the Stretford community and works hard to improve the area for all.
Simon Bramall – Treasurer – Born and bred in Urmston, moving to Stretford in close proximity to Victoria Park in 1990 following marriage. Recently retired after a 45 year career with the NatWest/Royal Bank of Scotland Group where I held various managerial positions. I became a volunteer with FOVPS earlier this year [2021] to help and assist the upkeep of the park and community building where previously I had contributed to the various fund-raising activities. This being done for the benefit of our community, both young and old. I have recently undertaken the treasurers role to utilise my financial knowledge and expertise gained over my banking career and to continue my contribution to charitable activities.
Anne Clayson – Secretary – “My background is in occupational and environmental health, qualifying in Manchester in 1995, where I went on to specialise in microbiological risk assessment, management and control in food and the built environment. I represented the Food Standards Agency on the Expert Committee for Pesticide Residues in Food and am currently the UK representative on the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Meetings on Microbiological Risk Assessment (JEMRA). Recent work includes examining Covid19 outbreak data in workplaces and evaluating Legionella trends in buildings during the COVID19 pandemic. I got involved with the FOVPS as I live in Stretford and have 4 children who have used the park for many years. We love playing tennis in the park and taking part in all the activities across the year. Victoria Park has been invaluable during their childhood and continues to be a place we visit regularly over the year.”
Christine Barry – “I have been involved with the Friend’s group since its inception in 2002. During my long working life as a Registered Childminder (40 years!) I spent daily periods in our beautiful park and without exception the children in my care loved their time there. Whatever the season or weather there is always loads to see and do and friendly local people to meet and chat to. Now retired I enjoy working as part of a team running the successful fund raising tombola stalls at busy park events. I am involved in the newly founded youth council which gives a voice to the younger generation as they input ideas to improve the park. As we nurture these young people we hope they will become future active members of the Friends. I would encourage other people to get involved as we are a friendly bunch and it is rewarding to contribute in any small way to improving Victoria Park.”
Jean Napier – “I’ve lived in Stretford for over 30 years and my 3 children have grown up here, too. I became a volunteer in 2007 when I saw a notice on the Park gates inviting people to help with the planting of hundreds of daffodil bulbs around the park. Since then the Friends of Victoria Park has developed and grown, providing several Community events throughout the year which are usually very well attended and enjoyed by young and old alike. The largest events that we do is to celebrate Christmas, Easter and Hallow’een.”
Stephen Adshead – Steve has also been with the group for many years and is a local councillor. He also currently sits on the Trafford Executive Committee as Executive Member for Environment, Air Quality and Climate Change / Labour Group Secretary. Steve worked within the NHS for many years. Steve is often our photographer at events as he loves taking pictures and really getting out and meeting people. As parks fall under his remit at the council, he is able to give us great insight during our strategic workshops and ensure we are not going against Trafford’s plans.
Ita Kirrane – Ita has been with the group for many years and is a retired civil service contract manager. Ita has been in Stretford for over 60 years and has enjoyed the park since childhood. She is a big part of the Stretford community and is the labour party membership secretary for Stretford and Urmston Constituency, and chair of Gorse Hill Ward. For Stretford WI she is the treasurer and she has been a school governor for 25 years for the Delamere school [an outstanding school providing SEN Support]. Ita sits on our policy committee and has been a national and regional representative for CPSA union [Now PCS] for over 25 years. Ita loves theatre and travelling to France. Ita was our biscuit and provisions buyer for our events and was queen of stocktaking and bargains.
Suzy Woods – I have been in love with the wonderful Victoria Park since i moved to Stretford in 2016 and have always admired the hard-working volunteers who put so much into making it a wonderful place to be. I have worked in the events industry for over 16 years, working on several outdoor food and music festivals as well as large experiential and corporate events. So, it felt a natural fit for me when I was asked to help out on Picnic in the Park and the other events that take place throughout the year. I joined the Board in April 2020 and am excited to see what is around the corner for FOVPS!
Tom Ross – “Tom has been a friend of the park since 2007. He lives in Stretford and has been a local councillor for the area since 2008 and has been on the committee for a number of years. Tom’s taken part in a number of the community events over the years and the park is a very special place to him. It’s a beautiful space in our town and brings our community together.”
Louise Hamnett – Associate Member – I’m a general manager with 20 years experience in the hospitality industry including new restaurant openings. I have lived in Stretford for the last 10 years and have been excited to see the local parks grow and develop into beautiful spaces for families and locals. Myself and my daughter love to run around Victoria Park on a sunny day! I am especially excited to see the park open a café, a much-needed space for the local community in the area. I feel very lucky to be asked to be part of the charity and hope I can offer any advice and support towards the next exciting step.
Trustee Terms of Office as at 18.09.2021
| Trustee | Date of Appointment to the board | Term of Office | Date of office up for renewal | |
| Shelly Quinton-Hulme | 24.07.2018 | 4 Years | 24.07.2022 | |
| Ita Kirrane | 24.07.2018 | 3 Years | 11.05.2024 | |
| Christine Barry | 24.07.2018 | 3 Years | 11.05.2024 | |
| Tom Ross | 24.07.2018 | 4 Years | 24.07.2022 | |
| Stephen Adshead | 24.07.2018 | 3 Years | 14.05.2023 | |
| Charlotte Evans | 08.04.2020 | 3 Years | Retired 05.10.2021 | |
| Simon Bramall | 05.08.2021 | 3 Years | 05.08.2024 | |
| Suzy Woods | 08.04.2020 | 3 Years | 08.04.2023 | |
| Anne Clayson | 05.08.2021 | 3 Years | 05.08.2023 | |
| Jean Napier | 24.07.2018 | 3 Years | 11.05.2024 | |
| Margaret Longworth | 24.07.2018 | 3 Years | 11.05.2024 | |
| Claudia De Carlo | 08.04.2020 | 3 Years | Retired July 2021 | |
| Heather Jones | 24.07.2018 | 2 Years | Retired Aug 2020 | |
| Karin Miller | 11.06.2020 | 3 Years | 11.06.2023 | |
| Rick Mullan-Louw | 24.09.2018 | 3 Years | Retired May 2020 | |
| Fiona McDonald-Naughton | 24.07.2018 | 2 Years | Office Vacated April 2020 | |
| Elizabeth Powell | 24.07.2018 | 2 Years | Office Vacated April 2020 | |
| Cath Johnston | 24.07.2018 | 4 Years | Retired April 2020 | |
| Habeeba Bharat | 03.09.2020 | 3 Years | 03.09.2023 | |
| Louise Hamnett | 03.09.2020 | 3 Years | 03.09.2023 | |
| Gavin Williams | 22.11.2020 | 3 Years | Office Vacated August 2021 |
Trustee Register of Interests as at 03.09.2020
| Name of trustee | Description of interest | Does the interest relate to the trustee, or a person closely connected to the trustee? | Is the interest current? |
| Mrs Shelly Quinton-Hulme | Governor at Victoria Park Infant School | Trustee of FOVPS | Current |
| Mrs Shelly Quinton-Hulme | Trustee of Stretford Children’s Theatre | Trustee of FOVPS | Current |
| Mrs Shelly Quinton-Hulme | Trustee of 23rd Stretford St Matthews Victoria Scout Group | Trustee of FOVPS | Resigned post in 2018 |
| Mrs Shelly Quinton-Hulme | Trustee of Friends of Stretford Public Hall | Trustee of FOVPS | Resigned post in 2017 |
| Ita Kirrane | None | Trustee of FOVPS | Current |
| Christine Barry | Ambassador /Volunteer at Yaqadoodle Childcare Academy | Trustee of FOVPS | Current |
| Tom Ross | Trustee of Homestart Trafford, Salford & Wigan | Trustee of FOVPS | Current |
| Tom Ross | Stretford Ward Councillor and Executive Member for Finance | Trustee of FOVPS | Current |
| Tom Ross | Governor at Victoria Park Junior School | Trustee of FOVPS | Current |
| Stephen Adshead | Stretford Ward Councillor and Executive Member for Environment | Trustee of FOVPS | Current |
| Charlotte Evans | None | N/A | N/A |
| Suzy Woods | None | N/A | N/A |
| Jean Napier | None | N/A | N/A |
| Margaret Longworth | None | N/A | N/A |
| Claudia De Carlo | None | N/A | N/A |
| Habeeba Bhayat | None | N/A | N/A |
| Karin Miller | None | N/A | N/A |
| Simon Bramall | |||
| Anne Clayson |
Previous Committee and Board Members:
FOVPS Committee members 2001 – 2019
Thank you all for the help our past members gave in making this group an amazing one and ensured we are where we are today.
