Our staff

The Cirdan Sailing Trust is run by a Trustee Committee with the day to day operation being managed by the Chief Executive and a small administrative team based in Maldon, Essex.

The vessels are crewed by permanent MCA qualified sea staff who are CRB checked and have experience in working with young people.

Administrative team

Non Executive Director - Charles Anderson
General Manager - Leonie Back
Sales and Marketing Executive - Victoria Chambers
Accounts and Administration Assistant - Julia Batchelor

Sea Staff

Duet/Relief
Mate  - Gavin Taylor

Faramir
Skipper – Dawn Franklyn
Mate – Paul McDonald

Queen Galadriel
Skipper – Clare Wincza
Mate – Andrew Robertson
Bosun – Tom Wade-West

Periods of leave or sickness may be covered by Relief Crew who are fully qualified, experienced and CRB cleared. Occasionally crew may move between vessels to increase their experience.

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