Hazel Williams MBE
Trustee
Originally from the North East, Hazel has lived in Cambridgeshire since the 1970s.
As a dedicated professional in secondary education, Hazel not only taught but also served as a governor at Bottisham Village College, where her own children studied. Her deep involvement in local government, spanning roles at Parish, District, and County Council levels, has given her a strategic edge in navigating government systems. This expertise has been invaluable in securing support for a range of local initiatives.
The late 1980s was a particularly active time for Burwell, marked by the launch of the Sports Hall in 1989. Hazel has been an integral part of local organisations, serving as a Trustee for both the Burwell Day Centre and the Print Centre. She has witnessed the Print Centre move from the humble portacabins behind the Village College Primary School to the modern facility it is today, which has the capacity to help many more adults with learning difficulties. The opening of Hidden Treasurers, a shop featuring items crafted by local artisans, further expanded opportunities, allowing the Centre’s ‘printers’ to engage directly with customers.
In addition to her work with the Print Centre, Hazel chairs Age UK Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and is an active member of St Mary’s Church Burwell and the Mothers’ Union, a global charity. She finds ongoing inspiration in the dedication of the people who work and volunteer for these organisations.
In 2010, Hazel was immensely proud to be honoured with an MBE, presented by the now King Charles, in recognition of her work with charitable and community groups.
When it comes to relaxation, Hazel and her husband enjoy travelling with their caravan and golden retriever. Family gatherings with their five grown-up children and their families bring them great joy.
Hazel Williams MBE
Trustee
Originally from the North East, Hazel has lived in Cambridgeshire since the 1970s.
As a dedicated professional in secondary education, Hazel not only taught but also served as a governor at Bottisham Village College, where her own children studied. Her deep involvement in local government, spanning roles at Parish, District, and County Council levels, has given her a strategic edge in navigating government systems. This expertise has been invaluable in securing support for a range of local initiatives.
The late 1980s was a particularly active time for Burwell, marked by the launch of the Sports Hall in 1989. Hazel has been an integral part of local organisations, serving as a Trustee for both the Burwell Day Centre and the Print Centre. She has witnessed the Print Centre move from the humble portacabins behind the Village College Primary School to the modern facility it is today, which has the capacity to help many more adults with learning difficulties. The opening of Hidden Treasurers, a shop featuring items crafted by local artisans, further expanded opportunities, allowing the Centre’s ‘printers’ to engage directly with customers.
In addition to her work with the Print Centre, Hazel chairs Age UK Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and is an active member of St Mary’s Church Burwell and the Mothers’ Union, a global charity. She finds ongoing inspiration in the dedication of the people who work and volunteer for these organisations.
In 2010, Hazel was immensely proud to be honoured with an MBE, presented by the now King Charles, in recognition of her work with charitable and community groups.
When it comes to relaxation, Hazel and her husband enjoy travelling with their caravan and golden retriever. Family gatherings with their five grown-up children and their families bring them great joy.
