Whittlesey Rotary Club

10/03/2026

Whittlesey Proms Night Raises Over £1,200 for Charity:


Flags were waving and voices were raised at the Whittlesey Indoor Bowls & Sports Complex on Saturday evening, as the Rotary Club of Whittlesey brought a little Last Night of the Proms magic to the Fens.


Around 100 people came along to the Whittlesey Indoor Bowls & Sports Complex to enjoy the RAF Wyton Area Voluntary Band’s first concert of the season and what a way to start. Under new Bandmaster Colin Swaep, the band delivered a programme that had the audience on their feet, from the stirring sweep of Jerusalem and Land of Hope and Glory to the drama of Les Misérables and the brooding glamour of Skyfall..


The concert is now in its fifth year and has become a popular fixture in the local calendar. It was particularly encouraging to see many new faces in the audience alongside familiar supporters.


Rotary President Kevin Buckland and Past President Jim Saunders thanked the band, volunteers and everyone who came out to support the evening, which raised more than £1,200 for the club’s charitable work both locally and further afield. They also thanked Wing Commander J Grenville, RAF Station Commander at Royal Air Force Wyton, for permission for the band to attend, along with the venue hosts and sponsors for their support. Special thanks were also given to Whittlesey Indoor Bowls Club and Versuvio Restaurant for their generous donations.


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Everyone agreed it was a terrific night and roll on the next one.

Photos courtesy RWT Photography / Radio Fenland where used.

04/03/2026

We're in for a great night again at the Last Night of the Proms at the indoor bowls club. The Wyton RAF band are really professional and entertaining. A few tickets still remain at Parkers Newsagents.

27/02/2026

The Rotary Club of Whittlesey recently enjoyed an inspiring talk from 17-year-old local up-and-coming darts player Mitchell Brightwell, who is now being supported by the club in recognition of his dedication and the positive example he sets for young people in the town.

The club is delighted to be sponsoring Mitchell, who, with five hours a day of practice and regular local, national and international competitions, is clearly a very motivated and inspirational young man. His dedication and work ethic are already setting him apart.

Mitchell is becoming a youth ambassador for the club and will be consulted on ideas and initiatives focused on young people. He is also hoping to attend some of the club’s charity events, where he will give talks and demonstrations.

Mitchell said he was delighted to be sponsored by Rotary and to be made a youth ambassador for the club. He added that he was also lucky to have supportive friends and family to help him progress in the sport.

Club President Kevin Buckland said: “Supporting young people is key to our work in the community, and it is great to see a young man like Mitchell blazing a trail and putting Whittlesey on the map.”

Mitchell is still looking for two more sponsors if anyone can help.

The Rotary Club of Whittlesey meets at the Falcon Inn twice a month to have fun social interaction and support local good causes. The club is open to everyone and keen to welcome new members. It has raised tens of thousands of pounds over the years.

11/02/2026

08/02/2026

Tickets (£10) now available from Parkers Newsagent for the annual Fund raising "Last Night of the Proms" 7th March.

03/12/2025

SATURDAY 6th December:- Time running out so get your tickets now. Only £5pp (under 14s free) for a good evening of family entertainment and all monies raised goes to local good causes.

17/11/2025

Time to get into the Christmas Spirit

25/10/2025

Paul Cornell's message...

25/10/2025

Thanks to Fenland on film for this video clip of the Straw Bear. https://www.facebook.com/share/r/18m5hNfSMD/

16/10/2025

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18/08/2025

20th Sept 2025 - 60s & 70s Charity Dance Night - Tickets from Parkers Newsagents - £20pp - Supporting Community First Responders - join us for an evening of good fun and great music.