Growing up on a working sheep farm in East Devon shaped who I am today. It taught me the value of responsibility, the importance of relationships, and the confidence that comes from spending time outdoors and caring for animals. Those early experiences sparked a lasting passion for child development through rural activity and for improving children’s access to the countryside.

I studied at the Royal Agricultural University before building a career in the rural sector. A particularly formative experience was spending several months working with Farms for City Children in Gloucestershire, founded by Michael Morpurgo. I was inspired by the charity’s ethos and the profound impact it had on the children who visited, an experience that has stayed with me ever since.

Now, as a mother, I see first hand the positive influence that outdoor and rural experiences have on my own children. It makes me incredibly excited about the future of Wildside and the opportunities it will create for others.

As a rural chartered surveyor, I have a broad understanding of agriculture, food, and countryside management. I currently work for a telecommunications provider supporting the rollout of digital connectivity to rural communities through the government funded Project Gigabit.

With a busy professional and family life, my role at Wildside is largely behind the scenes, where I support my husband Harry in the running and development of the business.