Eastbourne Leisure Trust
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Eastbourne Leisure Trust

Eastbourne Leisure Trust was formed as a company limited by guarantee in April 2004 and took over the operation of the Sovereign Centre and Motcombe Pool that year. The trust was granted Industrial and Provident Society (IPS) status on 1 April 2009.

Trustees

Hugh Graham

Hugh Graham has lived in Eastbourne since 1985. He has held senior positions in both the NHS and local government service; as Chairman of the Eastbourne Sports Council, he has been at the forefront of sports developments in the town over many years. He is a member of the Institute of Leisure and Amenity Management (ILAM) and holds a masters degree in Social Policy.

Christine Haynes

Christine Haynes has been involved in the delivery of fitness and exercise in Eastbourne for more than 30 years, specialising in GP Referral exercise. She joined Eastbourne Borough Council in 1987 working in the Tourism Department, then moved to management of the Leisure contract in 1999. Recently retired, Christine is interested in ensuring access to affordable leisure facilities for all ages and abilities. Married with two sons, she has lived in Eastbourne since 1968.

Philip Hill

Philip Hill worked as an accountant at a senior level in both the public and private sectors for over 20 years. He joined the local building society in 1982 as Accountant and was later appointed as Deputy Chief Executive. Since then he established an indoor adventure centre for children and recently retired as Finance Director at City College Brighton and Hove. A regular swimmer, he lives in Eastbourne with his wife and son.

Paul McNaught Davis

Paul McNaught Davis, B.Ed, MA was the Head of Chelsea School at the University of Brighton until 2006. He has been lecturing in sports science, leisure and PE since 1976 and was appointed to the Head of department in 1998. He has written several text books on fitness and health and is a member of a keen sporting family

Alan Putland

Alan Putland, born and educated in Eastbourne, Chairman of one of Eastbourne's largest engineering companies now retired, past chairman of EDEAL , life member of Eastbourne Swimming Club qualified ASA / STA swim teacher and licensed ASA swimming official, Alan is married with 2 children and 5 grandchildren all living locally.

Cllr Jim Murray

Jim Murray trained as a carpenter and spent 25 years in his trade. He has done three years teaching in Further Education and is now a manager in the construction Industry. Cllr Murray’s main interests whilst on the council will be community and Youth, especially trying to get young people participating in outdoor sports. He is very pleased to have the opportunity to support the Eastbourne Leisure Trust as part of these duties.