by Bob Shrubb | 21 Sep 2023 | News
On Tuesday (19th September) after enjoying our fish and chip supper raising funds for the Spinal Injuries Association, we learned more of the Association through videos telling of their work. HRH The Princess Royal Speech – SIA Charity Polo Day 7 July 2023 Harry...
by Bob Shrubb | 13 Sep 2023 | News
Yesterday evening (12 September) the club were informed and entertained by four scouts, of Weald Scout District, who had received financial support from the Mike Collingwood Memorial Fund to attend the World Scout Jamboree. William, Isa, Isabelle and Caitlin...
by Bob Shrubb | 30 Aug 2023 | News
A fascinating talk last night by James Marchant (https://uk.linkedin.com/in/stridejames), who was Senior Production Manager for the coronation of Charles III. James gave us an insight into the planning and preparation of Westminster Abbey for the big event including...
by Bob Shrubb | 17 Aug 2023 | News
On Tuesday (15 August) we raised over £1,250 in response to the Turkish Earthquake appeal. More than sixty Rotarians and friends met at the Krishna Restaurant in Headcorn for a delicious meal. The Club’s thanks to Liz Chandnani for her generosity in providing...
by Neil Denbow | 27 Jun 2023 | News
Tonight we celebrated a new Rotary year. Part of this process is the transition to a new president and president elect. Duncan Payne has handed the helm to president-elect and former Treasurer Geoff Haffenden. At hand over Duncan gave thanks to all those members and...
by Neil Denbow | 12 Jun 2023 | News
We held our annual North Downs Walk on Sunday 11th June. We enjoyed great weather and one of the best results in recent years. The event is a sponsored walk in aid of Cancer Research UK and the walkers’ own choice of good causes. With a choice of routes from 1 mile...
by Neil Denbow | 16 May 2023 | News
“May I just say that if it wasn’t for this place, I’d probably be dead” Whilst waiting to enter the Royal British Legion Industries tour this is what one of the men working outside said to our group. It was the start to an amazing tour and what...
by Neil Denbow | 8 May 2023 | News
This weekend Rotary were out as part of the Big Help Out for the volunteering day of the King’s Coronation. In Headcorn 18 people came for our Rotary litter pick, including Petra from Germany who was passing through Headcorn and staying at a B&B. As...
by Neil Denbow | 1 May 2023 | News
Despite the odd short shower the Headcorn May Fair was very well attended and everyone had a great time. Rotary were there with our tombola wheel and with the public support we raised £458. The funds will be held within the club to redistribute to other good causes...
by Neil Denbow | 17 Apr 2023 | News
Our race night at Lenham Social Club raised £557 to be shared between Rotary Club of the Weald of Kent and Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI). Thank you to all those that came and to our sponsors Eden Fuel Polishing , Animal Magic Kent Dog Grooming Ltd, OG Plants...
