Council Staff
Town Council Admin Assistant: Ms Inga Page –
Town Hall Manager: Mrs Clair Stevens –
Town Ranger: Gary Quest – . Gary works on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. 075646 11932
Caretaker : Kiki Sykes
Relief Caretaker:
Maintenance :
Meet your Town Councilors…
With effect from January 2023
If you are interested in becoming a Town Councillor, you can find out more about becoming a councillor here.
Sue Clarke
I have lived in Buckfastleigh for 14 years and my children attended South Dartmoor Community Academy. I have spent my career working with young people and I have a strong interest in issues that affect their welfare. A big part of my life in the last year or two has been being part of the amazing group of people that run the Sports Club on Holne Road. Looking at ways to open up that facility to a more diverse group of people and encourage local youths to take time away from their electronic devices and play outdoors, is our goal.
I love Buckfastleigh, it is a unique and beautiful place, but I also appreciate the isolation, lack of opportunity and lack of employment that can affect those in rural communities. I have been impressed with the positive changes that came from electing BIG councillors in Buckfastleigh. They looked for new ways to get things done and consult with townsfolk. Most importantly, they have won the funding that’s needed to improve things and develop new projects.
I want to serve the people of Buckfastleigh and Buckfast and promise to work hard, to listen and to achieve positive change on their behalf.
Paul Georghiades
We moved here in 1997 and our children grew up in Buckfastleigh. In those first years we were on low income, and I know what that feels like.
After more than 25 years in education, which didn’t allow time for much else, I’d like to contribute to this town, which has been such a lovely place for our family.
It’s probably not surprising that I’m interested in supporting and safeguarding young people, but there are needs right through the town. As a co-opted councillor, I will try to use the short time before the May elections to serve everyone.
Ron Fox
Steven Burch
John Bailey
I’m the owner of a successful local shop fitting company employing 90 people and have a lifetime’s experience in contracts management, project planning, budget management, communications and people management – skills that would be really helpful on the Town Council to help ensure we’re managing money, assets and people properly to make the most of the opportunities available.
I’m not allied to any political party but I am working with the BIG19 team to use my skills to assist local people, businesses, sports and leisure facilities to make life better for everyone in our great town.
Sylvia Phillips
I have a degree in fine art and in my spare time enjoy any arts and crafts pursuits. My last employment was as a manager of Adult and Community Learning for Devon County Council; therefore I have a good understanding of local government and the importance of education for all. The current economic climate is difficult; however I’m keen to help find ways to see Buckfastleigh become a thriving community once again.
Leigh Walker-Haworth