Lions Club of Windsor

12/10/2026

We have had a couple of lanes come free at our Swimathon on Sunday 18th October.
* One lane at 8AM
* One lane at 12PM (Midday)
* One lane at 2PM
So if your school, club or charity needs extra funds and haven't booked NOW is your chance.
All you have to do is recruit a team of swimmers who will swim by rotation, each team member should aim to collect as much sponsorship as possible.
Book a swim time online via the link

This major charity event allows you to raise funds for your nominated organisation by entering a team or multiple teams of swimmers – as many teams as you like – to swim for 55 minutes gaining sponsorship for their efforts, whilst having a great time.

30/09/2026

🐎 What a Weekend in Windsor Great Park! 🐎

Windsor Lions are thrilled to share the fantastic outcome of this year’s Sponsored Cross‑Country Horse Ride, and even more delighted that 650+ riders enjoyed a brilliant weekend while helping raise over £50,000 for charity. An incredible result for an event that’s been loved for more than 50 years.

This year brought a lovely story of continuity: Debbie and Nikki, who travelled all the way from Dover, returned to ride again after first taking part in 2016. Nikki summed up why they returned: “It is just such a beautiful setting, the ride is relaxed, calm and very well organised, and all the riders are so well‑behaved.”

The funds raised support a wide range of local causes, from Riding for the Disabled and Blue Acre Stable, to Thames Valley Adventure Playground, Well Windsor, and the Lions’ own community projects such as the Silver Spring Party for older residents and free Prostate Cancer Screening.

We were also honoured to welcome the Mayor of Windsor, Cllr Sian Martin, and her Consort Tim, who toured the course with Lions President Phillip Simpson. Phillip shared his gratitude:
“Every year we are amazed at the number of riders who come along to support the ride. We are so grateful for their participation and help in raising such an amazing amount for our community. We also never forget what a privilege it is to use the Park, nor do the riders.”

👏 Thank you to every rider, volunteer, supporter and partner. You’ve helped make a real difference once again.

The photos are copyrighted by www.mhphotos.co.uk

Get involved www.windsorlions.co.uk

30/09/2026

The Windsor Lions’ Local Heroes campaign, dreamed up by 12‑year‑old Aiva Purchase, has wrapped up its second year with a nail‑biting finish. After fast and furious voting across 18 brilliant local organisations, the community has spoken, and we have our winners!

🥇 Windsor Street Angels – First Place! (£1500)
Windsor Street Angels volunteers patrol Windsor every Friday and Saturday night, supporting anyone who’s vulnerable or in need; offering water, blankets, flip‑flops, first aid, a listening ear and safety at Windsor Baptist Church until 3am. Since 2012, they’ve helped over 30,000 people. They say they are “eternally grateful and honoured” to receive this award. Truly deserving local heroes.
https://streetangelswindsor.org/

🥈 Windsor Horse Rangers – Second Place (£1,000)
A much‑loved equestrian charity teaching young people how to care for and connect with horses. With a three‑year waiting list of 720 children, their funding will help create year‑round usable space with new fencing.
https://windsor-horse-rangers.org.uk/

🥉 Windsor Baptist Church – Third Place (£500)
A creative, inclusive community hub in the heart of Windsor. Their award will support a new Adult Café, a calm, welcoming space for connection and wellbeing.
https://www.windsorbaptistchurch.org.uk/

Lion President Phillip Simpson praised the campaign’s growth and celebrated the fact that all three winners proudly carry the name Windsor, a true reflection of community spirit.

👏 Huge congratulations to all and especially to our incredible Street Angels. Windsor is lucky to have you.

Get involved www.windsorlions.co.uk

08/08/2026

Championing Our Local Heroes!
You voted… we counted… and here are your winners 👏

🥇 1st Place: Windsor Street Angels
🥈 2nd Place: Windsor Horse Rangers
🥉 3rd Place: Windsor Baptist Church

They’ll receive £1500, £1000 and £500 respectively. A fantastic recognition of the amazing work they do for our community 🎉

⭐A massive thank you to everyone who supported and voted for our local heroes.⭐

Want to know more about this event?
https://www.windsorlions.co.uk/championing-our-local-heroes

👉 Follow us or get involved 👊

08/08/2026

🎉Windsor Lions' President Phillip Simpson, James Cole from St Michael’s School PTA and Ascot Rotary President Jo Clare handed over a £4000 cheque to Robert Ellison, Trustee of the Ascot Day Centre, in front of members of The Chandler Club.
The money raised at the 2026 Sunninghill Wheelbarrow Race will go towards daily meals and activities for our elderly neighbours, many of whom live alone and rely on the Day Centre for socialising and companionship.

👏 A huge thank you to all the Wheelbarrow Teams, everyone who came out to support and donated, and the local pubs and businesses who advertised and provided raffle and auction prizes. Your generosity made this possible. We truly couldn’t have done it without you. ❤️

Learn more and get involved:
👉Windsor Lions: https://windsorlions.co.uk
👉Ascot Day Centre: https://chandlerclub.org/

29/05/2026

Windsor Lions Cross Country horseride entries update...book now to ensure you can ride with friends and family!

BOOKINGS UPDATE

Sat 5th September
09-30 to 11:30 Full
11:30 &12:00 limited availability
12:30 onwards more availability

Sun 6th September
09:30 to 11:30 very limited availability
11:30 onwards some availability
Bookings are taken on a first come first served basis and wouldn't want you to miss out on this amazing opportunity to ride with friends and family

26/04/2026

Jack Rankin MP - Working for Windsor please spread the word

26/04/2026

Support your local community with a share of £3000 - spread the word! www.windsorlions.co.uk/championing-our-local-heroes