Congratulations to our Values Award winners

CARING - Ciaran Hatsell, Ranger, St Abb’s Head

As Ranger at St Abb’s Head, Ciaran had to deal with the aftermath of losing 800 seal pups to Storm Arwen as well as further devastation caused to the National Nature Reserve. Throughout it all he managed to respond to media and filming requests and keep the public up to date through sensitive and timely social media posts.

BRAVE - Rebecca Macdonald, Visitor Services Assistant at Culloden

Rebecca supported the Welcome Team at Culloden, going above and beyond. She has helped everyone adapt to the various changes under Covid, assisted across departments, stepping out of her comfort zone, guiding new colleagues and leading the way for the Visitor Services Assistants to work together.

CURIOUS - Anne Downie, Volunteer at Thomas Carlyle’s Birthplace

In her first year as a volunteer at Thomas Carlyle’s Birthplace, Anne has demonstrated huge dedication to the property, its history, its significance and its place in the local community. Anne takes every opportunity to learn about Carlyle, the Birthplace and Ecclefechan.

INCLUSIVE - Kate Stephenson, Visitor Services Manager at Gladstone’s Land

Kate has created a brilliant programme of tours for Gladstone's Land which gives voice to those from lower socio-economic groups, women and the LGBT community, relating them to the history of Edinburgh, the Royal Mile and the property.

VIBRANT - Caroline Hirst, Visitor Services Manager at Kellie Castle

Caroline organised a garden party for all volunteers, which was also an opportunity to explain the Trust's future plans for the castle, and how volunteers would be involved. She also organised a volunteer trip to the Lorimer Exhibition in Edinburgh, helping to generate a positive team ethos for all at Kellie.

TEAM - North East – Storm Arwen response team

This was awarded for everyone who played an epic part in responding to the devastating impact of Storm Arwen. Those involved in the aftermath of the storm demonstrated the value of bravery, making fast and effective decisions regarding health and safety and communications to the public, managing risk, and working under very difficult circumstances.

SPECIAL COMMENDATION - Emily Duffy, Operations Officer in the Fundraising Team

Emily was nominated multiple times and was also twice shortlisted. She always goes above and beyond to include, share and develop knowledge which brings people closer, and she has consistently and persistently brought ALL of the Trust’s values to life.