Rotary Club of Grangemouth

18/06/2026

At tonight’s meeting we were delighted to welcome our guest speakers, Ross and Alyson Jamieson from the well-known local Linlithgow Distillery, creators of the popular LinGin range of spirits.

Ross and Alyson entertained members with the story of how their business began. It all started with a boozy evening in the hot tub, enjoying a gin, when one of them asked, “We could make our own, couldn’t we?” That simple idea quickly grew into a kitchen micro-distillery, complete with plenty of experimental recipes. Before long they had outgrown the kitchen, moving first into a small industrial unit and then into their current, larger distillery with a dedicated visitor experience. Members thoroughly enjoyed hearing their entrepreneurial journey, followed by a tasting session featuring some of their award-winning spirits.

President Stuart then highlighted the outstanding contribution one of our own members has made to the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) programme. Five years ago, our club was finding it increasingly difficult to engage local schools in identifying pupils to attend RYLA. Having benefited from the programme himself, Alisdair Edmonds volunteered to rebuild those relationships.

Since then, Alisdair has transformed our club’s links with RYLA and has gone on to make a significant impact at District level, taking on a key role in organising the annual event. His dedication has helped ensure that many more young people have the opportunity to benefit from this life-changing experience.

In recognition of his exceptional service, Alisdair was presented with a Paul Harris Fellow Award, one of the highest honours in Rotary International.

Congratulations, Alisdair, and thank you for everything you do. Please just keep doing what you do!

16/06/2026

Strathcarron Hospice Valuation Day Event.

The Rotary Club of Grangemouth was pleased to support the promotion of this event through leaflet and poster distribution and also by helping out on the day. The event was a success with £1,384.00 being raised for the Hospice.

The Club also wishes to extend our thanks to McDonald's for their generous sponsorship, which covered the cost of teas and coffees, ensuring that more of the money raised could go directly to supporting the vital work of Strathcarron Hospice.

14/05/2026

Club member Vicki Wilson will be taking on the Cancer Research UK Big Hike. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated. Vicki shared why she is taking on the challenge:

"I am doing this hike for a cause that means so much to me.
Like so many of you, my life has been shaped by cancer—through the people I love and the experiences we carry.
On a personal note, my lovely mum died the day before my 9th birthday, at just 40 years old. Even now, 43 years later, I feel her loss every single day.

I’m also doing this for my father-in-law, John, who recently faced cancer with incredible strength and dignity.
And for the friends and colleagues who continue to inspire me - Katie and Liz, whose courage through gruelling treatments and surgeries has been nothing short of remarkable.
As well as those still in the midst of it - Wendy, Lou and Joe—truly amazing people who keep showing up every day despite the uncertainty and the toll that treatment takes.

This hike is for all of them.

And the sheer entertainment value of a chunky unfit woman trying not to die while hiking 13 miles with no training is not to be underestimated!

If you’re able to support, any donation—big or small—will go towards vital cancer research and is deeply appreciated."

I am doing this hike for a cause that means so much to me. Like so many of you, my life has been shaped by cancer—through the people I love and the experiences we carry. On a personal note, my lovely mum died the day before my 9th birthday, at just 40 years old. Even now, 43 years later, I feel he...

06/05/2026

President Stuart Comrie, John Kenny, Sandy Jack & Eddie Colliar attended today’s meeting of Grangemouth Probus Club. They were warmly welcomed by President Charles Greer. The speaker was David Wilson, Captain of 1st. Grangemouth(new) Company the Boys’ Brigade. Prior to David’s talk, President Stuart presented Charles with a lectern from the Rotary Club of Grangemouth. This, in recognition of their 50th. Anniversary. The lectern was hand crafted by Rotary Club member Sandy Jack. Charles thanked Stuart on behalf of the Probus Club. Photo shows from L to R - Sandy Jack, John Kenny, Charles Greer & Stuart Comrie.

30/04/2026

A most enjoyable evening on Wednesday 29th April, as Grangemouth Rotary Club joined with Falkirk Bohemians for a truly memorable fundraising event.

Thanks to the generosity and enthusiasm of everyone who attended and supported the evening, we are delighted to say that over £1,100.00 was raised for Operation Smile. This incredible charity transforms lives by providing life-changing surgery for children and young adults born with cleft conditions.

A big thank you must go to Falkirk Bohemians for their involvement, and to everyone who contributed whether by attending, donating, or helping behind the scenes. The money raised will make a genuine difference to those in need.

22/04/2026

We had a lovely day across the Irish sea when we ventured with The Rotary Club of Falkirk and headed to a joint meeting with fellow Rotarians at The Rotary Club of Bangor.