Sarah grew up in Peebles and has an extensive knowledge of the local community. She is a mother of four, with experience of working with, and for the benefit of, young people. Sarah aims to lead Peeblesshire Youth Trust to a long-term sustainable future. She is very passionate about the work of PYT, and the […]

Glyn recently joined PYT as Project Coordinator, having worked for several years with another charity, Rookie Rockstars, to boost confidence and self-esteem in young people across the country. In his role with PYT, Glyn supports our mentors and mentees throughout the year as well as delivering our Achieve Your Potential courses. Glyn is the main […]

Rachel moved to Peebles in 2010 and looked to become actively involved in the community. Her husband, Paul, became a mentor with PYT and with small children at home, Rachel volunteered to support with some office tasks. She quickly realised what a contribution PYT makes to young people in the community and became more involved […]

Helen got involved with PYT shortly after moving to Peebles in 2013 as a way to get to know her local community better, and she has been involved with the charity ever since, mainly as a mentor. Her career has centred around project management and communications and she has worked for organisations including the Department […]

Before working for local company Evolution BPS as a Customer Service Coordinator, Emma was a nursery practitioner at a local nursery working with children aged 2-3. Emma has volunteered with Girlguiding from a young age and now runs the 4th Peebles Brownie pack. Emma has a passion for helping young people achieve their potential and […]

After 38 years with Bank of Scotland (22 of those in England), Martin returned to his home town to “retire”. With previous Board experience in the social care sector, Martin was pleased to accept the post of PYT Treasurer to help support the young people of Tweeddale.

John served the majority of his career in the banking industry and spent 27 years with the Scottish private bank, Adam and Co plc. He held various positions and served on the Board between 2003 and 2013. Having retired from the bank in 2013, John was Chairman of Stockan’s Oatcakes Ltd in 2013-14. He has […]

Eric is a Chartered Marketeer involved in many aspects of business and charitable organisations. Having been involved on the Youth Bench as a Magistrate, and with the Air League where he developed a programme to divert young people from criminality, PYT and the work done appealed to Eric in many ways. He is encouraged with […]

As Rector of Peebles High School, PYT is delighted to have Campbell as a member of our Board of Trustees, where he brings a wealth of knowledge of experience of working with and supporting young people. He also ensures close links are maintained between PHS and PYT, working together to benefit young people and their […]

Grace joined PYT in October 2013 and has responsibility for co-ordinating the Christmas Hamper food collection. She has extensive administrative and project management experience. As one of a large local family, Grace is surrounded by nephews and nieces of all ages and enjoys spending much of her spare time with them as well as extended […]