Patrons and Ambassadors
Our Patrons generously provide support in a variety of different ways to help promote Down Syndrome UK and raise funds.
Meet our Patrons
Christopher Eccleston
An English actor. A two-time BAFTA Award nominee, he is best known for his television and film work, which includes his role as the ninth incarnation of the Doctor in the BBC sci-fi series Doctor Who.
Heidi & James Carter
Disability rights advocates, Founding Officers of the National Down Syndrome Policy Group and happily married couple, Heidi and James are proud to be DSUK Patrons.
Leon Harrop
A British TV actor with Down syndrome, known for playing Ralph Wilson in The A Word (2016–2020) and its spin off series Ralph & Katie (2022)
Lloyd Martin
Guinness World Record holder - the youngest participant with Down syndrome to complete a marathon.