Dame Ellen MacArthur DBE

Trust Patron

Ellen’s love of the sea and sailing is matched by her love and commitment to the Border Collie and its welfare.
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Barbara Sykes MBIPDT

Founder Trustee and Chief Executive

A member of the British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers since 1984, Barbara Sykes has had a lifetime of working around animals and from an early age learned to appreciate the skills, boundless enthusiasm and intelligence of the working Border Collie. Find out more >>>

Diana Lowe

Founder Trustee and Chairman

Diana Lowe cannot remember a time when a dog was not one of her constant companions. In 1972 she was given a Border Collie puppy who she called Mo, and this was the start of her love affair with this wonderful breed. Find out more >>>

David Maitland

Founder Trustee and Secretary

David holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Financial Analysis from the University of Warwick and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales.Find out more >>>