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Meet the team

The people on the bank

A small team with a big heart for the outdoors — qualified, caring, and genuinely in it for the people we work with.

One team, one mission
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The faces behind Mending Lines

Chris Parker

Founder & Lead Coach

Started Mending Lines after fishing helped him through his own mental-health journey. Leads sessions, mentoring and the day-to-day of getting people on the bank.

Watching someone relax for the first time in months — that's the whole reason.

Jordan

Adviser & Carp Angling Coach

Jordan joined Mending Lines in 2025, inspired by its positive impact on the local community. As an advisor, he works alongside Chris to help shape the organisation's vision and support its continued growth, while sharing a passion for carp fishing.

The greatest catch isn't a fish — it's seeing someone find their place.

Bex

Mending Lines team

More about Bex coming soon.

Daniel

Mending Lines team

More about Daniel coming soon.

Debbie

Mending Lines team

More about Debbie coming soon.

Lewis

Mending Lines team

More about Lewis coming soon.

Could this be you?

We’re always looking for caring volunteers and coaches to join the team on the bank.

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Every member is DBS-checked and trained in safeguarding and first aid.