Peak district Mosaic TEAM

Peak District Mosaic Trustees and Staff contribute to the development and sustainability of the organisation.

Yvonne Witter, chair

Pioneering Peak District Community Champion, Yvonne Witter, has been well recognised for her efforts to uplift diverse communities through the Peak District national park and surrounding areas.

Her passion and duty to protect the countryside and provide accessibility for everyone are endless as she works tirelessly to introduce new training programmes, group activities and trips for diverse communities to access and explore the countryside.

Yvonne has committed her time as Chair of Trustees for Peak District Mosaic and is keen to see the organisation grow and continue to meet the needs of communities in enhancing the health and wellbeing in the outdoors.

Andrew Towlerton, Treasurer

Andrew Towlerton joined the Board in 2023. He lives in Rotherham and is married with two grown up children. Andrew is a chartered town planner with over 30 years planning experience in the public, private and voluntary sectors. He is also a qualified parish clerk and is Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer to Ecclesfield Parish Council in Sheffield. Andrew has been on the board of several voluntary and community bodies. Presently our Treasurer, he has years of financial experience in ensuring that money is properly managed and spent. Andrew strongly advocates the need and value of strong community engagement, with a particular emphasis on those people and groups who find it more difficult to get involved. He has received several awards and tributes for his work in this area.

Will Ward

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Godfrey Francis

A real adventurer at heart, Godfrey has volunteered as a walk leader and ranger for numerous walking groups. He finds guiding people to new places within the Peak District is where all the fun and learning begins. After becoming a Community Champion with Peak District Mosaic, he was inspired to become a trustee. Through his role, he is committed to spreading the word about the great outdoors to underrepresented groups and hopes to be able to build their confidence to step out on their own adventures outside. Hiking and exploring new areas are his two favourite ways to pass time.

Manhar Taylor

Previously a speaker for UK National Parks, Manhar has helped spread the word about the great outdoors to many. He has led walks with families and individuals as a Mosaic Champion and taught them how to lead their own walks with others. Pushing to see more diverse communities in the Peak District and increasing fundraising activities are part of his mission as a trustee. His perseverance to do so and tackle challenges can be seen through some of his greatest adventures such as climbing up Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Atlas and completing a 26 miles marathon.

Adrian Bent, Vice chair

Adrian is proud to serve as Vice Chair of Peak District Mosaic, supporting our mission to open up National Parks and outdoor spaces for everyone. His passion lies in ensuring that people from diverse communities feel a sense of belonging in nature, and that opportunities for recreation, wellbeing, and connection are truly inclusive. He brings experience from leadership roles in community engagement, advisory groups, and mentoring, with a focus on representation, equity, and building strong partnerships.

Adrian’s favourite place in the Peak District is Youlgrave – for its welcoming village atmosphere, stunning river walks, and the way it captures both beauty and tranquillity in the heart of the Peak District.

Tash barker

Tash is a Data Consultant working in Leeds, but also fully qualified CIMA Accountant. Outside of work she loves to go running, cycling and walking. Living right on the edge of the Peak District, she tries to spend as much time there as possible! Being part of the Finance and Business Planning Committee allows her to combine her professional expertise with her love of the outdoors and allows her to give back to the communities across Yorkshire.

Tash’ favourite walk route is the Jane Eyre Hathersage Trail, because it was the first walk she did in the Peak District when she moved here for University.

Ella dixon

Ella is the Project Coordinator on the Championing National Parks for Everyone project. She has previously worked for a disability charity running outdoor activities and events in Wakefield and gets a lot of fulfilment from supporting people to engage with nature and improve their health and wellbeing. She enjoys long walks in the Yorkshire Dales and Peak District National Parks with her dog Rosalie and has recently completed the Pennine Way. She is also a volunteer with Mid-Yorkshire Fungus Group and enjoys going on autumn forays with them to identify mushrooms.

Ella’s favourite walk in the Peak District is the Langsett Reservoir loop as it is local to her and has stunning views all the way around.