Plymouth Highbury Trust

Plymouth Highbury Trust was formed in 1956 under the name of Plymouth Mencap Society and was then affiliated to National Mencap. The thirty founding members were parents of children with a learning disability. The Society started out as a self-help and support group striving to improve the services available for people with a learning disability living in the City of Plymouth.

The Society’s membership increased considerably over the ensuing years and a lasting fellowship developed between members that still stands today.