Rotary Club of Grangemouth

09/10/2026

A Huge Thank You to Carrongrange High School.

The Rotary Club would like to extend its sincere thanks to the staff, pupils and parents of Carrongrange High School for their wonderful support of the Rotary Shoebox Scheme.

Your generosity and kindness in filling 28 boxes will make a real difference to those less fortunate, bringing happiness and some hope to people who might otherwise go without this at Christmas. The filled boxes will go to Eastern Europe and in the main Romania.

The involvement from the school is very much appreciated, and we thank everyone taking part for their time and generosity.

09/10/2026

Yesterday evening at the Rotary Club of Grangemouth we had James Thomson telling the club about his experience at this years RYLA 1320: Scotland South camp.

James was an exceptional speaker who had everyone listening intently and laughing at various points.

James spoke of how the experience has changed him and shared how it has given him greater pride in being from Grangemouth being mixed in with people from all across Scotland.

We were all blown away by James' presentation and we wish him all the best in the coming year as School captain and in his travels as he departs for Rwanda tomorrow to deliver football coaching sessions.

Well done James!

Club members Eddie Colliar and George Nichol were also recognised as RYLA Champions for their outstanding contributions to RYLA.

We also had multiple generations of RYLArians in attendance: Robyn Adamson RYLA 2002, who attended the club fof the first time and brought along some of her photos and "relics" from RYLA, Kai Davidson and Rebecca Smillie both RYLArians 2024 spoke about the impact of RYLA and shared how both are in second year of University with Kai studying to be a paramedic and Rebecca looking to become an English teacher both shared how much RYLA had helped them on this journey and thanked the club for their support.

15/09/2026

The Rotary Club of Grangemouth was chartered in 1949, 77 years ago. We cannot be 100% sure, but we think that our speakers last week were the youngest we have ever had. Brothers, Hector & Arthur, spoke to us about RotaKids, and how much they enjoyed being part of it. They are members of the group at St. Margaret’s PS in Polmont, overseen by our old friend Nancy Rule. The boys were accompanied by their mum and granny, who is a member of the club.
Photo shows - from l to r, Hector, President Allan Graham and Arthur.

14/09/2026

At last Thursday’s meeting, President Allan had the pleasure of inducting new member Iain Hill, who was introduced to members by Rotarian Tom McMorrow. Iain had shown an interest in Rotary after doing a great talk to the club about Guide Dogs. Members are delighted to welcome Iain.

05/09/2026

We are delighted to announce the Club has received a Bronze Award from ShelterBox in recognition of our support during the 2025/2026 Rotary Year.

During this time, we donated £3,350.00 helping to support people around the world who have been forced from their homes by disaster and conflict.

A well done to everyone involved and a thank you for helping us make a difference.

25/06/2026

Members from the Rotary Club of Grangemouth recently enjoyed an outing with the Seagull Trust.

A thoroughly enjoyable trip. Thank you to the Seagull Trust for their hospitality.

25/06/2026

At today's meeting of the Rotary Club of Grangemouth we had our Club Assembly and Presidential Handover where President Stuart Comrie addressed the club summarising a fantastic year for the club.

Stuart then presented incoming President Allan Graham with the chain of office, Allan then addressed the club asking the club to meet the Challenge set out by this years Rotary International President to Create Lasting Impact.

President Allan then invited club member Brain Kenny to join as the President Elect and Vice President of the Club for 2026/27.

We were also pleased to be joined by Assistsnt District Governor Jonathan Moore.

We wish all the club officers and members all the best for the next Rotary year.

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...