About us
The Redbourn Charities is a registered charitable Trust and member of the Almshouses Association, currently managed by seven Trustees under Charity Commission guidelines.
The objective of the Trustees is to manage land and bequests given over the years for the benefit of Redbourn villagers. The main responsibility of Trustees is the management and allocation of the Redbourn Charities’ assets to support the upkeep and management of Woollams Almshouses.
At the end of April 2026, John Cole was appointed as Chairman on the retirement of David Swift.
John Cole, partner and daughter moved to Redbourn in 2021 after a number of years living in Harpenden. John also has three sons and three grandchildren. In addition to his role at The Redbourn Charities, John is a director of the Family Building Society and London South Bank University and was a trustee of Age UK London for nine years. He is very happy with the move to Redbourn and pleased to be able contribute to the community.
Trustees
Our 7 Trustees from different backgrounds and varied professional experience are all residents or former residents of Redbourn.
John Cole – Chairman
Cllr. Teresa Finnigan – Nominative Trustee from Parish Council
Rev'd Rachel Wakefield – Ex-officio Trustee
Ruth Hughes
Pauline Ridgwell
Angela Towler
Christopher Trim
Staff
Clerk - Valerie Churchhouse
Woollams Warden - Sheila Seabrook
Food Club & Hamper scheme
Chair - Deni Ennals