Championing our people

We're celebrating the people who make us who we are, by sharing their stories.

Championing our people and their stories

We think it’s important to share real stories of the people and businesses that make up our community, from our customers and colleagues to community groups, and the places and spaces they rely on. These people and their stories make us who we are. Keep a look out for more stories coming soon, here and on our social channels.

Meet our kinder people

Kevin's on a special mission
Kevin's on a special mission

For 30 years Kevin had thought about being a police officer. His life went in a different direction, working in the legal profession, enjoying family life, and joining the Cumberland.

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Kindness and coaching, rain or shine
Kindness and coaching, rain or shine

Darcy Cannon gives up endless hours of her free time to coach seven and eight year olds at Gillford Park FC in Carlisle each week.

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Saving big dogs in great need
Saving big dogs in great need

Simon is a Commercial Underwriter with The Cumberland, based at his home in Chorley.

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Conserving a Lake District wood
Conserving a Lake District wood

Scott is a Senior Business Analyst with The Cumberland. He moved from London to Arnside two years ago after a career working in banks.

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Kinder to the planet and the pocket too
Kinder to the planet and the pocket too

With funding from The Cumberland Ian Willacy installed solar panels on his bungalow as part of adaptions to make his home more sustainable and cut his bills.

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From wild swimming to wellbeing support
From wild swimming to wellbeing support

Winnie Poaty grew up in the Republic of Congo where swimming in the sea was off limits for safety reasons. But after moving to the Lake District in 2006, she discovered Windermere.

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Cumberland's show business star
Cumberland's show business star

The Buccleuch Centre in Langholm is a triumph of community spirit over financial deficit. And one man has a mission to ensure it survives and thrives.

Read Glen's story