Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Gloucester, has become the Nelson Trust’s first- ever royal patron.
The landmark moment for the charity comes as it celebrates its 40th anniversary.
The announcement was made at a special event held to mark four decades of life-changing work supporting people affected by substance use, trauma and multiple unmet needs through their residential rehabilitation services, community women’s centres and social enterprises.
The celebration brought together supporters, clients, volunteers, staff and partners from across the country to reflect on the charity’s impact and future.
“This is a poignant moment for the charity,” said Christina Line incoming Chief
Executive. “We are immensely proud and grateful to welcome Her Royal Highness as our first Royal Patron. Her Royal Highness’s support as we mark 40 years of frontline work, not only strengthens our voice but it helps ensure that more people can access the support they need to heal, grow, and thrive.”
The event, generously hosted and organised by Hugh and Rosie Tollemache at
Coronation Meadow near Stow-on-the-Wold, also heard from Lady Edwina Grosvenor, who spoke passionately about her longstanding support for The Nelson Trust and the strong relationship she has built with the charity through her own work with women in the criminal justice system.
Attendees enjoyed food prepared by the Trust’s own Hub Catering social enterprise, while staff members shared powerful lived-experience stories of transformation and resilience.
To find out more about The Nelson Trust, including their services and events, visit www.nelsontrust.com or follow @thenelsontrust to learn more.
