Rita Mannering, Trustee

Rita is a familiar figure at events across Telford. Supported by sister Roberta and daughter Karen (also ACT Finance Manager), Rita’s busy Tombola stall and popular jams, eggs and pickles sales have raised much needed funds for The Anstice since 2014. Born in Lincolnshire and moved to Madeley as a child, Rita has fond memories of The Anstice in the 60s when her Dad Bob Pitman was a Committee member. Rita worked at Madeley Court as a Dinner Lady for many years and her twin passions are animals, especially her horse Midas, and she has been active in many community organisations including Madeley Cricket Club, Wrekin North Riding Club and International Aid charity Aquabox. A founder ACT Trustee, Rita was involved with the Save the Anstice campaign from the start. She is determined to bring The Anstice back to its rightful place at the welcoming heart of the community which she and many older Madeley residents remember so well.