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The Rotary Club of Pangbourne was formed in 1989.We meet Monday evenings at The Bull in Theale. What is Rotary?

The Rotary Club of Pangbourne

The Rotary Club of Pangbourne was formed in 1989 and currently has 35 members. We meet on Monday evenings usually at The Bull, 41 High Street, Theale RG7 5 AH

We have speakers on a variety of subjects, discussions on topics of interest, or fellowship activities (see our programme). In addition to the regular club meetings we have a varied programme of social and

fund-raising events for members and their families to take part in. Our social events have included Petanque evenings, summer BBQs, local walks, Christmas parties and trips to the theatre. Rotary International (RI) is a worldwide organisation with a membership of 1.2 million men and women of all ages in over 34000 clubs. It was founded by an attorney, Paul Harris, based in Chicago in 1905 and since then it has spread to over 200 countries. Its members, Rotarians, provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. In Great Britain and Ireland alone, there are over 55000 Rotarians in 1850 clubs. Rotary Clubs are based in local communities with its members meeting on a regular basis for fun and fellowship, and to plan its programme of events, either social, fund raising, or community service based.

15/06/2026

Dragon Boat Racing-another roaring success-raising over £4000 for Charity.
The weather was great on Saturday 13th June at the Pangbourne Fete and. The racing was competitive, with several close finishes.
In a thrilling final, newcomers, No 5 Young People edged out previous winners, Humphrey’s Furry Friends from Kennet Valley Free Church by half a second.( see video from the official racetimekeeper)
President Brian Davies is seen presenting the winning captain with the Dragon Trophy, whist the other picture typifies how close the racing was.

But everyone was a winner, having had a great fun day out.
Our beneficiary charities were Faith Christian Group and National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society as well as our own Charitable Trust, which makes donations to worthy causes throughout the year.
We would like to thank Henley Dragons for running the racing and the crews, who also raise considerable funds through their own sponsorship, and also our sponsors

Cedar Lodge Care Home - EQ Care Group
Purley Park Trust
Pro-tar surfacing (https://www.protarsurfacing.co.uk )
for sponsoring the event.the safety boats and Dragon Boats etc
as well as the many local business who donated prizes to our raffle.

The crews and over 20 Rotarians, families and friends went home exhausted but already looking forward to next year.
Why not come and join us (as individuals or corporate members) and have fun having a great time doing good?
[email protected]

08/06/2026

Dragon Boats Saturday 13th June UPDATE
Crews
10 crews have entered and we should have a good day's racing from 10-5ish.
Sponsors
We are grateful to our sponsors:-
Cedar Lodge Care Home - EQ Care Group
Purley Park Trust
Pro-tar surfacing (https://www.protarsurfacing.co.uk )

for sponsoring the event.the safety boats and Dragon Boats etc

Local businesses for providing raffle prizes (see list).
As well as our regular supporters we welcome two new Pangbourne businesses
No11 Bistro https://www.no11restaurant.co.uk-who have provided a meal for 2 up to £120
The Savvy Collection( https://thesavvycollection.co.uk/ (who are proviing a personal shopping evening for 4 with bubbles and discounts

Come along and support us and enjoy a fun day out alongside the Pangbourne Fete.

All proceeds go to charity:-
National Rheumatoid Arthititis Society( https://nras.org.uk/
)

Faith Christian Group Reading (ReadiFood, ReadiStreet, Reading Pantries and A Bed for the Night)
as well as Pangbourne Rotary's own Charitable Trust.
Events like will enable us to donate ~£50000 to charity in a year.

Fingers crossed -the weather forecast is looking good,too.

03/06/2026

PANGBOURNE ROTARY CLUB INDUCTS NEW MEMBER, DR STEPHEN WESTON.
Stephen was admitted as a Member of Pangbourne Rotary Club on Monday 1st June.
His sponsor, President Brian Davies introduced Stephen to the Club
Stephen has moved from London to Upper Basildon. He is a Visiting Professor at Imperial College ,London, an expert in AI , CEO of an IT/Publishing company as well as a budding author, having penned six fiction novels in just over a year.
Our most-recent member (of just over a month) Trevor Goodall read Stephen the Object of Rotary before President Brian formally inducted Stephen into the Club and the wonderful world of the Rotary organisation globally.
Stephen said he was looking forward to helping with our fund-raising events and has already volunteered to run one next year..
Members then came forward and welcomed Stephen to our hard-working, fun-loving and successful Club.
If you want to join Trevor and our 30 other members at Pangbourne Rotary, please contact
[email protected].

Our next fund-raising event is the Dragon Boat racing at The Pangbourne Fete on Saturday 13th June. (First race ca 10am)

14/05/2026

Dragon Boats-still time to participate.
1.By entering a crew and raise money for charity by individual sponsorship of crew members.
Contact: [email protected]
2. By providing sponsorship for the event.
We are pleased to announce that Cedar Lodge Cedar Lodge Care Home - EQ Care Group have joined our regular sponsor, Purley Park Purley Park Trust in sponsoring this event.
Why not sponsor a boat or crew or just general sponsorship to publicise your organisation?
contact [email protected]

3. By providing raffle prizes in the form of paper/ e-vouchers
contact [email protected]
Come along and make a day of it at the Pangbourne Pangbourne Village Fete.
also contact us if you are interested in joining us for these fun,f und-raising activities.
[email protected]

10/05/2026

Supporting NewLife Special Care Babies
Trevor Goodall, CEO and Founder of this wonderful charity which is committed to supporting the provision of special care baby units across the UK, giving premature and very sick newborns the best start in life, is seen receiving a cheque for £500 from members of Pangbourne Rotary Club.
Anyone interested in joining the club can email: [email protected].

For information, vist: rotary-ribi.org and newlifebabies.org.uk

06/05/2026

Another good cause supported-Chapter 2
Pangbourne Rotary Club donated £500 to Chapter 2, a charity which believes every boy needs a good man to guide him to adulthood. They carefully match fatherless boys with a dedicated male mentor who will build a trusted relationship over the long-term.
Mal Sandham (Community Service lead) is seen presenting a cheque to Rosie and Dr Richard Kay (Founder and Trustee)
https://chapter2.org.uk/
Contact [email protected]
if you want to have fun raising money which make donations like this possible.

02/05/2026

Pangbourne Rotary Club supports Loose Ends
We have donated £500 to this worthy cause.
Loose Ends Newbury
"
Loose Ends Newbury is a well established drop-in centre for anyone in our community who may otherwise go without a hot meal. We welcome people who are homeless, lonely or vulnerable as well as those who are simply struggling to make ends meet. We are a registered charity and are run entirely by unpaid volunteers.
As well as providing nutritious food, clothes, and other essentials we offer a safe friendly space where people can socialise. We also liaise with other agencies who may be able to help our clients so that together, we can make a difference to people’s lives"

Malcolm Sandham and Brian Davies are pictured presenting a cheque to Judith and Paul from Loose Ends,who are also seen serving a hearty breakfast to a client.
ends

29/04/2026

PANGBOURNE ROTARY CLUB INDUCTS NEW MEMBER, TREVOR GOODALL
Trevor, Founder and CEO of New Life Special Care Babies (https://newlifebabies.org.uk/)
was admitted as a Member of Pangbourne Rotary Club on Monday 27th April.
His sponsor, Mal Sandham introduced Trevor to the Club and then our most-recent member, Tony Stanford-Beale read Trevor the Objects of Rotary before President Brian Davies formally inducted Trevor into the Club and the wonderful world of the Rotary organisation globally.
Brian said he hoped Trevor’s many years of Running a Charity and organising events would be mutually beneficial.
Trevor has clearly picked up the “vibe” of the Club as he gave a humorous acceptance speech, in which he looked forward to an enjoyable and successful time together.
Members then came forward and welcomed Trevor to our hard-working, fun-loving and successful Club.
If you want to join Trevor and our 30 other members at Pangbourne Rotary, please contact
[email protected]

16/04/2026

DINGLEY’S PROMISE WINS AGAIN

Pangbourne Rotary Club’s Art Exhibition raised over £2500 for charity, with Dingley's Promise and Pangbourne Rotary's Charitable Fund the main beneficiaries.
About 40 artists exhibited (with 20 new exhibitors) and 45 out of 268 paintings were sold-an excellent result
Once again, the Schools Art Competition was a great success, appreciated by the public and school children alike.
Dingley’s Promise support young children with special educational needs and disabilities at the most critical stage of their development — the early years.
In their specialist centres, they provide tailored therapeutic support, adapted learning environments, and expert practitioners who help children build communication, confidence, and independence.
The charity recently won Charity of the Year at the Newbury Best in Business Awards — and were also awarded the overall Best in Business.

Catherine Mole MBE (CEO of Dingley's Promise) opened the exhibition. She is pictured with President Brian Davies in jovial mood after the opening.
Other pictures show the Pangbourne Primary KS2 entries alongside Mal Sandham (Schools competition organiser) and a cheque presentation for £1549 to Dingley’s Promise, (represented by Kate Martin – Head of Fundraising ,
Zoe Cox – West Berks Centre Manager and Joanna Carter – Fundraising Co-ordinator) by Paul Sampson (Art Exhibition organiser) and Brian Davies (President).
Brian commented "It is wonderful to see where the money rasied goes and to see some happy smiling faces of the youngsters benefitting from the generosity of the public"

We thank all the volunteers who made this event possible and Caversham Picture Framers for sponsoring the Schools Art Competition. The preview evening was sponsored by Strutt and Parker and Green Parlour florists.

Still time to enter crews for our Dragon Boats on Saturday 13th June at Pangbourne Meadows.
Contact [email protected]

02/04/2026

Pangbourne Rotary Club supports the Dee Caf Community Café, Tilehurst

We recently donated £250 to this wonderful Community café which provides community support with Foodbank, workshops or just giving free hot drinks to vulnerable people, free drinks and snacks to local kids so they have a safe space. They also make great sandwiches!) Brian Davies and Mal Sandham( Community Chair) are seen presenting the cheque to Kai and Tina.

Address

We Meet On Mondays At 19:00 For 1930 At The Bull 41 High Street Theale
Theale
RG75AH

Website

http://www.pangbournerotary.org.uk/

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