The Team
Our story started when James, our founder, invited Anne-Marie David to Bury St Edmunds to help support preparations for St Edmunds Day in 2017
Upon arrival she instantly fell in love with the town, and the story of our martyred King, and proposed creating a musical tribute to him and what he represents, even today
Anne-Marie David sang to supporters of the Facebook Group, "We Love Bury St Edmunds!" in the Great Churchyard which enthralled those gathered.
A few months later, Anne-Marie David returned to Bury St Edmunds with the French film composer Jean Musy. He too fell in love with the town and was equally inspired by the story of St Edmund. Together they created "Edmund, the Legend of a King" which has been performed twice in France, and now we are looking forward to hosting this in its hometown, Bury St Edmunds.
"Edmund, the Legend of a King" has been performed twice in France, and now we are looking forward to November 2025 when it will be performed in Bury St Edmunds in its full English version
Our Team
Our team is made up of dedicated fundraisers who give their time freely and without prejudice to support the St Edmundsbury Trust
James Sheen
Founding Trustee
James is the founder of the St Edmundsbury Trust.
He has been very active in promoting the town since moving back in 2015, when he launched We Love Bury St Edmunds! Facebook Group, the biggest and most successful community group for the town.
He has raised the profile of the Town, and the original patron saint, and also raised money for various charities in that time including My Wish and Cancer Research UK.
Clare Hindle
Founding Trustee
Clare is a Bury business woman, she owns Copeland interiors which was founded in 1881 and is one of the oldest shops in Bury St Edmunds.
With her husband Graham she also runs a pub and The Boosh cocktail bar!
Clare has worked with the special events committee dedicated to raising funds for St Nicholas Hospice,, She has been very inspired by our current project and also launching The St Edmundsbury Trust.
Tony Bayliss
Founding Trustee
Tony is an experienced professional with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities.
He also runs his own charity called TeiganSmile, dedicated to supporting these amazing kids.
On top of that, he serves as the Vice Chairman of Cornard Utd F.C. and has the privilege of being the honorary vice president at Sudbury Cricket Club.
Tony also has his own catering company, Spectre Leisure Ltd
Michele Bailey
Founding Trustee
Michele has enjoyed a long career in marketing and public relations, working both with local businesses and luxury brands nationally.
She now owns and runs Art in East Anglia, a platform for talented regional artists to showcase and sell their art, both online and through her gallery in Bury’s town centre.
Michele is passionate about beautiful Bury St Edmunds where she was born and bred.
