Councillors

A: 12a High Wiend, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6RD
T: 017683 52148
E: cllrjpape@applebytown.org.uk

I was born in Leeds in 1934 starting in employment in the motor trade when 15 year old. Married my wife Jennifer in 1960 and we have 2 sons. I was a publican for many years and ran an inn together with a catering company, employing up to 40 people. I moved Appleby for the fishing and shooting in 1974 taking over a shoe shop in the Moot Hall that also supplied country wear, together with shooting and fishing equipment. I have also taught budding Anglers for more than 40 years. I was the Ticket Secretary for Appleby Angling Association for over 20 years and now let private fishing to visitors. I trained as a Chiropodist in 1982 and practice in Appleby and the surrounding area. I joined Appleby-in-Westmorland Town Council more than 20 years ago and am currently Mayor (2016). I am Secretary and Treasurer of the Appleby and District Conservative Club.

John Pape, Acceptance of Office
John Pape, Register of Interests

A: 22 Boroughgate, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6XB
T: 017683 52864
E: cllrsrooke@applebytown.org.uk

I was born in 1945 and spent 52 years living in London. My early career included over 7 years in the Metropolitan Police Force and then more than 19 years with British Telecom as a Logistics Manager. I spent many years holidaying in Appleby staying with Martin Holmes at Castlebank. I eventually moved to the town, with my wife Rita, in 1997. I joined Appleby-in-Westmorland Town Council in 2003 and was elected Mayor from 2006 to 2008. I had to leave the Council in 2012 due to the illness of my wife, but rejoined in 2013. I am Deputy Mayor for this year (2016). I find being a Councillor interesting, infinitely varied and on occasions challenging. Outside Council work I am Chairman of the Talking Messenger Association a charity that makes recordings of magazine articles for the visually impaired. I have been involved in this since 1998 and it takes up most of my spare time.

Stan Rooke, Acceptance of Office
Stan Rooke, Register of Interests

A: Castle Bank, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6SN
T: 07876 594747
E: cllrdcurley@applebytown.org.uk

I was born in Lancashire in 1966 and moved to Appleby with my parents and 2 brothers Robin and Daniel in 1978.  I went to school at Appleby Grammar.  I did a Chemistry degree and a PhD in London from 1985-1991 at University College.  I then converted to law and became a solicitor in 1995.  I practice in the field of litigation and disputes, with a main specialism in intellectual property law.  Having spent most of my career at large law firms in the City of London, I started my own firm, Innovate Legal, in 2007.  Since 2016, I have run the firm remotely from Appleby, travelling to London when required.  I joined Appleby Town Council in 2017.  Since then, I have played an active role in the Heritage Action Zone initiative, chairing the unofficial Heritage Futures committee that was set up to stimulate additional heritage-related and other economic regeneration projects for the town.  I do talks on intellectual property law related topics for the University of Cumbria from time to time.

Duncan Curley, Acceptance of Office
Duncan Curley, Register of Interests

E: cllrpdavidson@applebytown.org.uk

Pamela Davidson, Acceptance of Office

Pamela Davidson, Register of Interests

A: 11 Mill Hill, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6UR
T: 017683 51847
E: cllraconnell@applebytown.org.uk

Born in Bradford, raised in Halifax, Andy took a history degree and, after working as a bus conductor and postman, taught his subject for a living. He came to Appleby Grammar School in 1973, got married in 1975, and for over forty years taught generations of local youngsters, including his own three children. He was an elected member of the General Teaching Council for England. Involved from the start in amateur theatricals, choral and solo singing and church, he was first drawn into political activity through his commitment to public transport. A former mayor of Appleby, he serves Appleby, Eden District (which he chairs) and Cumbria County Councils. His articles on Cumbrian-related political and social history have been appeared in various academic journals since 2006; his book-length study of the history and mythology of Appleby Gypsy Horse Fair was published in 2015 and revised in 2019. A former rugby player and marathon runner, he now enjoys cycling and watching live cricket and football.

Andy Connell, Acceptance of Office
Andy Connell, Register of Interests

A: Hanging Shaw Farm, Roman Road, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6JH
T: 017683 52389
E: cllrdanderton@applebytown.org.uk

I was born in October 1948 in Crumpsal, Manchester, I trained to be a nursery nurse and I worked in various jobs in Manchester’s, childrens’ hospital, children’s home and as a private nanny. We moved to Cumbria in June 1980 and I started working with children with special needs I did this for 21 years before being made redundant. I joined the Council in 2007 and took on the job of sorting out all the work required on the Moot Hall. I became Deputy Mayor in 2009 and then went on to be Mayor for three years. It was both an honour and privilege to represent Appleby Town Council on so many special occasions. I am also an Academy and Foundation Governor for Appleby Grammar School, a member of the meals on wheels committee, take part in the talking books project and am a member of Appleby Community Acting Together. My other interests are my grandchildren, gardening, my sheep, ducks and hens and going on holiday with my husband in our caravan.

Dot Anderton, Acceptance of Office
Dot Anderton, Register of Interests

A: 33 Rivington Park, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6UE
T: 07966 541952
E: cllrfpotts@applebytown.org.uk

Freddie Potts, Acceptance of Office
Freddie Potts, Register of Interests

E: cllrckemp@applebytown.org.uk
Bongate Mill Farmhouse
Appleby-in-Westmorland
CA16 6UR

Cricket Kemp, Acceptance of Office
Cricket Kemp, Register of Interests

P: 07415 371673
E: cllrpheap@applebytown.org.uk

I moved to Appleby with my husband in 2017 and feel very much at home here and love the town.

I am very community spirited and like to help out where I can.  I have recently supported Appleby’s Junior Football team in their quest to eradicate the blight of dog mess on the football field.

I have had a varied working life, having worked in taxation for many years, before I made a career change to setup my own business as a Life & Business Coach and NLP Practitioner.

Although I have no direct experience in serving as a Councillor, I feel that my work, business and life experience will be of benefit to the Council and the community as a whole.

Paula Heap, Acceptance of Office
Paula Heap, Register of Interests