Meet the team

Please note our office in Craven Arms is not always open 'Monday to Friday' as members of the team are out on site visits or working remotely. To visit the office, please contact us in advance on 01743 254740.


Phil Holden, Manager (Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs)

  • 01743 254741

Joy Howells, Funding & Programmes Officer (Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs)

  • 01743 257871

Catherine Landles, Community & Landscapes Officer

  • 01743 254742

Rachel Glover, Natural Environment Officer 

  • 01743 255231

Dougald Purce, Ancient Woodland Restoration Officer

  • 01743 255238

Nigel McDonald, Sustainable Tourism Officer (Tues, Wed & Thurs)

  • 01743 254744

Alison Jones, Farming in Protected Landscapes Adviser 

  • 01743 254745

Helen Oliver, Farming in Protected Landscapes Adviser 

  • 01743 251845

Joe Penfold, Engagement Ranger (Tues, Wed & Thurs)

  • 01743 254040

Stephanie Hayes, Promotions Officer (Tues, Wed & Fri)

  • 01743 254746

Alison Kay, Administrator (Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs)

  • 01743 254738

Jenny Wakeman, Farming in Protected Landscapes Administrator

  • 01743 253117