Clare Milford Haven

Clare Milford Haven

Co-Founder and Trustee James' Place

Clare Milford Haven worked tirelessly to lobby the UK government, raise awareness, and ultimately generate substantial funds so she was able to establish the first James’ Place in Liverpool in 2018, a second project in London and more recently a third one in Newcastle. The charity provides a safe space that offers free one-to-one therapy, delivered by qualified therapists, for men in suicidal crisis – the first non-clinical male suicide prevention centre in the UK. New centres in Birmingham and Bristol are planned. Her passion has not gone unnoticed: Clare was named the winner of the ‘Woman Making a Difference’ Award at the Merseyside Women of the Year Awards Ceremony in 2019. Beyond her philanthropic work, Clare is an accomplished entrepreneur and businesswoman. With a keen eye, she has established and managed successful ventures in diverse industries. Clare's ability to connect people and inspire collaboration has enabled her to forge partnerships that drive positive change. Clare is also known for her love of equestrian sports. She has made significant contributions to the world of polo: as a player and impactful ambassador of the sport. Gallagher Insurance sponsor her polo team. Clare has been a writer for three decades and has had articles published in GQ, The Times, Evening Standard and Homes & Gardens. She served as Social Editor on Tatler's editorial staff for eight years. Having written ‘The Magic Sandcastle’ years ago, based on her happy family holidays at her mother’s house on Nantucket Island, Clare decided to publish her children’s book during the Covid pandemic.