Meet The Team

Chairwoman

Debbie Elliott

Debbie has been in BBS since the beginning way back in 2017. She is our proud founder and chairwoman and delighted to be leading the team.

Vice Chairman

Joe Swain

Joe has been a proud member of BBS since 2018. As a long running member of the society, Joe is really looking forward to helping drive the team forward.

Company Secretary

Lauren Whedbee

Lauren has been involved in bonfire traditions for a few years and we were delighted when she joined us in 2023 as our company secretary.

Company Treasurer

Natalie Styles

Natalie joined Buxted Bonfire in 2014 as our Company Treasurer. With her history and accountancy skills she is a huge asset to the team.

Life Members

Bob Stiller
Thelma Stiller
Sue Ovens
Jim Ovens

Committee

Chairwoman: Debbie Elliott
Vice Chairman: Joe Swain
Secretary: Lauren Whedbee
Treasurer: Natalie Styles
Eliza Roche
Matt Munnery

Captains

Commander in Chief - Matt Munnery
Aide de Camp – Debbie Elliott
Fundraising & Events Team – Lauren Whedbee, Debbie Elliott, Natalie Sykes, Joe Swain
Captain of Communications – Debbie Elliott & Natalie Styles
Communications Team - Lauren Whedbee, Joe Swain, Alex Ridley
Captain of Ranks - Helen Ridley
Captain of Torches – Joe Swain
Captain of Banners - Jenny Hemsley & Helen Ridley
Captain of Fire Banners – Joe Swain
Captain of Firework Banners – Joe Swain
Captain of Bonfire – Ryan Best
Captain of Fire site – TBC
Captain of Bucket Collection – Natalie Styles
Captain of Fire Carts – TBC
Captain of Marshals – TBC
Captain of Bands – Eliza Roche
Captain of Programme – Debbie Elliott
Captain of Premises – Joe Swain
Heath and Safety Coordinator - Matt Munnery
Safeguarding Coordinator – Lauren Whedbee