Meet Our Trustees

Our dedicated Board of Trustees play a pivotal role in guiding and shaping our charity’s mission.

Adam Bates

A Sussex enthusiast with a career in tourism and destinations, dedicated to preserving and celebrating Sussex’s history and culture.

Amanda Jones (Chair)

An experienced Director in the Arts and Heritage sectors, passionate about long-term financial sustainability and promoting arts and culture’s role in a thriving economy.

Emma Long

A heritage professional experienced in major collections moves, dedicated to preserving historic places and bringing their stories to life for the public.

Dr Glynn Jones OBE, DL

A former Chief Executive dedicated to promoting community diversity and inclusivity in Sussex, now a trustee supporting organisational transformation.

Dr Matthew Pope (Vice Chair)

An Associate Professor specialising in prehistory and Neanderthal research, dedicated to inclusive heritage practices.

Michael La Rooy

A former global customer service leader with board and audit experience, and a passionate historic-building restorer and Sussex resident committed to preservation, sustainability, and enhancing visitor experience.

Pamela Kent

An experienced marketing professional and cultural strategy consultant, Pamela champions audience-led engagement, inclusive access, and sustainable, heritage-aligned development for arts and community organisations.

Paul Griffiths

A cultural-sector leader with nearly 30 years’ experience, Paul is Chief Executive of the Association for Cultural Enterprises and a passionate advocate for resilient, relevant, and visitor-focused heritage organisations.

Portia Tremlett

A museum professional with over 10 years’ experience, Portia is Curator of World Art at Brighton & Hove Museums, passionate about collections, exhibitions, and innovative public engagement.

Richard Hopkins

A Sussex-born business and non-executive leader, Richard brings extensive experience in technology, horticulture, and national agricultural policy, guiding strategy and fostering sustainable regional growth.

Sarah Watson

An advocate for history, archaeology, and heritage preservation, committed to making history accessible for inclusive communities.

Tamlyn Smithers

A museum and education professional with a Masters in Curating Collections & Heritage, Tamlyn is passionate about widening access to heritage and enriching learning and discovery for all.