Board Member Trustee of the Weston Park Foundation

We are seeking new Trustees who wish to share our passion for Weston and our vision for its future. We welcome individuals who can bring insight, experience and commitment to the governance of the charity. Helping us to grow as a vibrant place where culture, learning and wellbeing come together – making people feel inspired and connected. In particular, we are looking for Trustees whose expertise lies in the heritage, financial or land management sectors.

ABOUT US

Who We Are

The Weston Park Foundation (WPF) is a charity governed by a Board of Trustees meeting twice yearly. The Foundation’s assets run to many millions of pounds, with many of its treasures to be found within the House. The Park is some 1,000 acres, including two Capability Brown landscapes.

(Download the candidate pack for more details on the charity and detail about our Board and role specification).

Weston Park Foundation has a wholly owned and successful subsidiary, Weston Park Enterprises Ltd (WPEL), which trades at Weston: not just general tourism and visits, but a restaurant, cafe and an Art Gallery in the Granary, corporate hospitality, leisure and cultural tour residential stays in the House, major events in the Park, as well as six holiday rentals.

Since its inception in 1986, the trustees have been able to restore the House and its possessions, the park, and the gardens to a superlative condition. Exciting new projects are in the pipeline aimed at increasing and diversifying income streams.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

Weston Park is dedicated to operating in a socially responsible and sustainable manner. We understand the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance factors in delivering long-term value to our stakeholders, including employees, customers, partners, and communities.

Our ESG policy serves as a framework to guide our actions, ensuring we integrate these principles into our business practices. We believe this approach will help us create lasting value and contribute to a sustainable future.

The Role

We are seeking new Trustees to join our Board and help shape the future of Weston Park. This is an opportunity to play a vital role in guiding a nationally significant heritage organisation, supporting its growth and fulfilling the charity’s purpose of conservation and preservation.

We welcome individuals who are:

Passionate about heritage and its positive impact on communities
Committed to strong and effective governance.
Ready to contribute their skills, life experiences, insight, and time to support the long-term success of Weston Park.

Time Commitment

Two Board meetings held annually in person each held over 2 days excluding preparation and travel.
Where relevant this may also include attendance at Audit Committee meetings.
Attendance at ad hoc meetings including membership of subcommittees will be required which may be attended remotely if needed.
For those Trustees who become members of the Executive Management Committee (subject to interest and availability) attendance at 5 meetings a year in addition to this will be required.
Trustees may claim reasonable expenses for travel in line with our expenses policy.

Application Process

The Weston Park Foundation is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

To apply, please send:

Your CV or an extended biography outlining your current and previous executive and non-executive roles, any significant achievements, and your qualifications.

A succinct supporting statement (maximum 1 page) explaining your motivation for applying, relevant skills and experience, how you can add value to the Board, and any other relevant information.

Please send your application to Christina Kenyon-Slaney, Chairman, via email at: cks@hatton-grange.com

Closing date for applications is Sunday 19^th October 2025.

Further information can be found in the Candidate Pack below