There have been 40 Presidents of the Lord’s Taverners. From the charity’s first ever President, Sir John Mills, to current President, David Gower, there has been a whole host of stellar names from the worlds of cricket and show business who have taken on the role. Former England cricket captain Mike Gatting talks us through his memories of being Taverners President.
Historic Events
We’ve been trawling through the archives to pick out some of the best events and photos in the history of the Lord’s Taverners to highlight in our anniversary week. Take a look at some of these remarkable photographs that show the best of Taverners events.
Presidents’ Memories – Sir Richard Stilgoe
There have been 40 Presidents of the Lord’s Taverners. From the charity’s first ever President, Sir John Mills, to current President, David Gower, there has been a whole host of stellar names from the worlds of cricket and show business who have taken on the role. Sir Richard Stilgoe shares his favourite memories from his year as President of the Taverners.
Celebrating 70 years of Giving
Throughout the week leading up to the charity’s 70th birthday this Friday (3 July) we will be bringing you content from the past and present to celebrate the history and impact of the Lord’s Taverners since it was formed in 1950.
Minibuses through the years
Since the first ever minibus donation to Richard Cloudesley School, Islington in 1976, we have donated 1,265 specially adapted minibuses to schools and organisations throughout the country catering for young people living with a wide range of disabilities.
Presidents’ Memories – Sir Tim Rice
There have been 40 Presidents of the Lord’s Taverners. From the charity’s first ever President, Sir John Mills, to current President, David Gower, there has been a whole host of stellar names from the worlds of cricket and show business who have taken on the role. Sir Tim Rice shares with us his favourite memories as President of the charity.
New Chairman Tim Luckhurst is looking forward to continuing the ‘phenomenal’ work of the charity with disadvantaged and disabled young people across the country.
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