About the Parkinson's UK Chester Branch

A warm welcome awaits - no one should face Parkinson's alone.

Our Mission

We aim to maintain support for our members throughout their whole journey with Parkinson's.

We believe that no one should face Parkinson's alone. We work alongside Parkinson's UK to find a cure and improve life for everybody affected by Parkinson's. Together, we're stronger.

What We Do

Support & Friendship

  • Regular social meetings and activities

  • A safe space to talk and share experiences

  • Connections with others who understand

Practical Help

  • Signposting to expert health and care services

  • Information about benefits and financial support

  • Guidance on therapies and treatments

Activities & Wellbeing

  • Therapeutic singing group for health and enjoyment

  • Social events and outings

Expert Connections

  • Links with the Neuro Therapy Centre

  • Access to Parkinson's nurses and specialists

  • Committee members available for one-to-one support

Meet Your Committee

Committee Members

Nick Dent

Chairman
  • 01244 301378
  • npdent@aol.com

Pat Riddell

Vice Chair & Singing Group Contact
  • 07941 839161
  • patriddell31@aol.com

John Fetherston

Secretary
  • 07903 085 776
  • fetherston132@gmail.com

Ron Welsh

Treasurer
  • Unavailable
  • ronwelshco@aol.com

Margaret Whaley

Membership Secretary
  • Unavailable
  • mkwhaley3@gmail.com

Pam Adams

Social Secretary
  • 01244 376546
  • paminchester@yahoo.co.uk

David Stoddart

Committee Member
  • Unavailable
  • david.stoddart3@btinternet.com

Phil Nuttall

Committee Member
  • Unavailable
  • phil60011@btinternet.com

Alan Needham

Committee Member & Crown Green bowling rep
  • 07795592957
  • alan.needham52@gmail.com

Stephen Blaikie

Committee Member
  • Unavailable
  • stephenblaikie100@gmail.com

Jackie Blaikie

Contact for fundraising and JustGiving page
  • Unavailable
  • jackyblaikie@hotmail.com

Branch Volunteers

Chris Knight

Newsletter Editor (Parkinson's Post)
  • Unavailable
  • chrisknight1@hotmail.co.uk

Our President

Viscount Michael Ashbrook

President of Chester & District Branch

We're honoured to have Viscount Ashbrook as our Branch President. His support and the use of beautiful Arley Hall for our special events mean a great deal to our members.

Join Our Community

Whether you're newly diagnosed, have been living with Parkinson's for years, or are supporting someone who is, you'll find a warm welcome here. There's no pressure to attend everything - come to what suits you, when it suits you.

How to Get Involved:

  • Come along to any of our activities

  • Call or email any committee member

  • Sign up for our text reminder service

  • Follow us on social media

Find Us

Correspondence Address:

Chester & District Branch Parkinson's UK
c/o The Bluecoat Charity
The Bluecoat
Upper Northgate Street
Chester CH1 4EE

Email:
parkinsonschester@gmail.com

Phone:
John Fetherston - 07903 085 776