Hello, I’m Fergus. I’m passionate about the mission of Cumberland Lodge to grow the next generation of ethical youth leaders to build more peaceful, open, and inclusive societies. I have[…]
Fergus Drake OBE

Our Senior Management Team is responsible for managing the operational and strategic work of the Lodge. It comprises our Executive Team – the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officer & Deputy Chief Executive, and Finance Director – together with our Programme Director, General Manager, Head Chef, Development Director, Buildings Manager, Press & Communications Director and Sales & Marketing Manager.
Hello, I’m Fergus. I’m passionate about the mission of Cumberland Lodge to grow the next generation of ethical youth leaders to build more peaceful, open, and inclusive societies. I have[…]
Hi, I’m Julie. I recently joined Cumberland Lodge in November 2024, as the Business Development and Marketing Manager. My main responsibility is to generate new marketing and business opportunities for[…]
Hi, I’m Robert. I first joined Cumberland Lodge in 1985. Food plays a very important part of the Cumberland Lodge experience and we aim to not only source the best[…]
Hi, I’m Melissa. I joined Cumberland Lodge in 2023 and I’m responsible for managing the charity’s programme development and implementation. I have over two decades’ experience leading major programmes and[…]
Hi, I’m Nicola. I joined Cumberland Lodge in 2021, and I am responsible for managing our internal and external communications, including our online presence, social media, and media enquiries. A[…]
Merrill joined us in August 2018 as our General Manager, and since September 2020 she has been the Hospitality Director and part of our Executive team. Merrill trained in Catering[…]
Hi I’m Colin and I joined Cumberland Lodge as Buildings Manager in February 2017. Before joining the Lodge I worked as Facilities Manager at Field End Schools, a combined infant and junior school[…]
Hi, I’m Sarah. I’ve worked at Cumberland Lodge for over 20 years and been part of our front of house team for more than 10 years. I am responsible for ensuring[…]