Completed meetings and events 2016-2017
Wed 28th June 2017 Robert Lee
Robert will tell us a persoanl family story about the Dunkirke evacuation. Steward: Robert WithecombeWed 21st June 2017 See Hear Centre
Anne Clayton will tell us about this free local resource which we may all need at some time. Listen carefully this evening... Steward: Don WilliamsWed 14th June 2017 Ilfracombe RNLI
A visit to Ilfracombe Lifeboat Station. We will have supper afterwards. Timings to be confirmed. PARTNERS EVENING. Steward: Mike WillcoxWed 7th June 2017 CLUB AGM and CLUB ASSEMBLY
Mike will look back on his year and Chris will look forward to his!Wed 31st May 2017 Barnstaple Long Bridge Project
Allison Mills, the Curator of Barnstaple Museum will tell us all about this project. Steward: Keith WadeWed 24th May 2017 Exmoor Search and Rescue
Chris Hubery and Lionel Murphy will tell us about their important local work. Steward: Malcolm UnderwoodWed 17th May 2017 Salmon Fishing in Russia
Ueli will tell us about his fishing trip to catch trophy salmon in Russia. PARTNERS EVENING. Steward: Graham TaylorWed 10th May 2017 SPRING QUIZ NIGHT
At the Ex-Servicemens' Club. 19:00 for 19:15. Please bring a team or two, each of up to 6 people.Wed 3rd May 2017 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Nigel Vince, Assistant District Governor will attend the meeting.Preceded by Club Council at 18:30. Steward: Geoff Stubbings
Wed 26th April 2017 The Adventures of a Community Carer
Caroline Savage cares for people with dementia and their families. PARTNERS EVENING. Steward: Richard SmithWed 19th April 2017 Braunton Rifle Club
The Club recently received a shop grant and they will explain to us what they do. (Fire rifles, presumably!) Steward: John SilverWed 12th April 2017 Phil Boaden
Phil will tell us all about Barnstaple as we have never seen it before! Steward: Hassan ShenavarTue 11th April 2017 Exeter Races
Join us and have a flutter!Wed 5th April 2017 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceeded by Club Council at 18:30Fri 31st March 2017 - Mon 3rd April 2017 Visit to Guernsey Rotary Club
Members visit to Guernsay Rotary ClubWed 29th March 2017 Scatter Night
We will all scatter together to another club for a fun evening! Steward: David AndersonWed 22nd March 2017 Hannah Harrington
Hannah is the Town Centre Manager and she will tell us about her role in the life of our Town. This meeting will NOT be a Partner's Evening, as previously advertised. Steward: Ueli ZellwegerWed 15th March 2017 "The Rolle Canal ~ Torridge's Lost Navigation"
Adrian Wills will talk about this little known piece of our local heritage. Steward: David PennyfieldWed 8th March 2017 Farms for City Children
Katie Wade will tell us all about this charity. Steward: Don WilliamsFri 3rd March 2017 - Sun 5th March 2017 District Conference, Newquay
Please sign up for a fun weekend and lots to learn for the ClubWed 1st March 2017 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Club Council at 18:30. Steward: Mike WillcoxWed 22nd February 2017 "The Duties of the Lord Lieutenent"
As Deputy Lord Lieutenant, Mark Parkhouse will tell us about his role. Partners Evening. Steward: Keith WadeWed 15th February 2017 10-Pin Bowling
PARTNERS EVENING at Let's Go Bowling. The Barnstaple Hotel will provide us with an "American" supper afterwards. Steward: Geoff StubbingsWed 8th February 2017 "The World of Trees"
David Sydenham will talk about this fascinating subject. Steward: Graham TaylorWed 1st February 2017 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceded by Club Council at 18:30. Steward: Mark FowlerWed 25th January 2017 Living with a Guide Dog
Local resident Keith Woolgar will tell us of his dependence on his guide dog. Steward: John SilverWed 18th January 2017 Derek Sergeant
Derek will tell us about the Zeebrugge and Ostend naval battles of 1918. Steward: Hassan ShenavarWed 18th January 2017 Computer "Teach In"
Having problems with your PC ... Laptop ... iPod ... iPad? Come along and let one of our resident IT gurus sort you out!Wed 11th January 2017 "Send a Cow to Africa"
Sid and Carole Delve will tell us about this Rotary success story which helps families in rural Africa. Steward: Keith RogersWed 4th January 2017 "Greater Love Has No Man"
Vanessa Glover will tell the moving story of her rescue from the Umberleigh flood in 2012. Venue tonight is The Bank. Steward: Bob Withecombe MWed 4th January 2017 FIRST MEETING OF 2017
Probably a Club Business Meeting...Wed 21st December 2016 LAST MEETING OF THE YEAR - BUSINESS MEETING - IMPERIAL HOTEL
Preceded by Club Council at 18:30. Steward: Nick ParrySun 18th December 2016 CHRISTMAS LUNCH
A fine three course meal at the Commodore Hotel. Pleas let President Mike know as soon as possible if you plan to attend.Wed 14th December 2016 NO MEETING TONIGHT
Please support the old folks party on Monday 12th!Mon 12th December 2016 OLD FOLKS CHRISTMAS PARTY
At Barnstaple Hotel. Lots of help needed to serve all the food.Wed 7th December 2016 Christmas Meal
No speaker tonite, but the hotel will be serving us with a special three course Christmas meal.Wed 30th November 2016 Being a London Mounted Policeman
David Guy and Geoff Herrington will tell us about life as a mounted policeman in our Capital. Partners Evening. Steward: Tim NeveSat 26th November 2016 - Sun 27th November 2016 Torrington President's Night
Paul Troke has invited us to join him at The Pier House, Westward Ho!Sat 26th November 2016 - Sun 27th November 2016 Theatre and Christmas Market
A weekend trip to Bristol and Bath to see "Billy Elliot" and to explore the Bath Christmas Market. Please let Mike Warner or Eddie Dymond know if you wish to take part by 21st September.Fri 25th November 2016 - Sun 27th November 2016 CHRISTMAS SHOPPING FAYRE
In case you can't make the weekend away, you could always visit this festive shopping event at Westpoint with over 300 traders taking partWed 23rd November 2016 The History of Coroners
Retired Coroner's Officer Bill Harvey will give a humorous account on this little known subject. Steward; Roger MillsWed 16th November 2016 Val Handover
will talk about the Special Olympics (North Devon).Wed 9th November 2016 MEGADRAW NIGHT
Our popular annual event. A good turnout of members is needed to help with the smooth running of events. Prizes needed, please!Wed 2nd November 2016 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceded by Club Council at 18:30. Steward: Mark FowlerWed 26th October 2016 Autumn QUIZ NIGHT
At the ex-Servicemen's Club in St. George's Road. £6 per head to include a two course meal. Try to get a Team together. PARTNER'S NIGHT.Wed 19th October 2016 Regular Meeting
Details to be advised. Steward: Chris EastaughWed 12th October 2016 The introduction of new ideas into North Devon
A talk by PETER CHRISTIE. Steward: Eddie DymondWed 5th October 2016 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceded by Club Council at 18:30.Tue 4th October 2016 DEER WALK
A guided walk by a National Trust ranger to see red deer during the rutting season. Followed by breakfast. Location - somewhere on Exmoor, to be confirmed!Wed 28th September 2016 HELEN BLACKMAN
Helen is the archivist for the Exmoor Society. She will give us a fascinating glimpse into Exmoor's rich history.Steward: Tony Dart
Fri 23rd September 2016 - Sun 25th September 2016 A weekend at Manor House Hotel, Okehampton.
Come and enjoy an action packed weekend. Golf, other sports, hobbies and pastimes. And good food too!Wed 21st September 2016 A visit to ARLINGTON COURT Carriage Collection
PARTNERS NIGHT. After a guided tour by Giles Miller we will eat at nearby Pyne Arms at about 20:00.Sat 17th September 2016 BARNSTAPLE CARNIVAL
Volunteers required for stewardingThu 15th September 2016 BARNSTAPLE FAIR LUNCH
Our annual lunch for local disadvantaged fair-goers. As much help as possible needed, pleaseWed 7th September 2016 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceded by Club Council at 18:30.Steward: Martin Chamberlain
Wed 31st August 2016 CHARLES HARDING
A talk on deer management for the National Trust in North Devon.Steward: Richard Beer
Fri 26th August 2016 ROTARY GOLF DAY at Saunton Golf Club
Our annual fundraising event. If you're not playing, some help would be welcomed.Wed 24th August 2016 VISIT TO BOROUGH FARM
PARTNERS NIGHT. David Kennard has invited us to visit this popular attraction. We will watch a sheepdog display, after which food will be available. The display starts at 6:00 pm, To ensure a good seat arrive between 5:00 and 5:30pm.Wed 17th August 2016 APPLEDORE'S PUBS
David Carter, who runs Docton Art Gallery in Appledore will share his knowledge of this interesting subject.Steward: Brian Burgess
Wed 10th August 2016 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceded by Club Council at 18:30.Steward: Ian Brady
Wed 3rd August 2016 NORTH DEVON SHOW
We have again been asked to provide 20 + stewards. A bit of work but great fun too.Wed 27th July 2016 SUE AYRE from St John Ambulance
Informative talk on resuscitation and using a defibrillator.Steward: John Bracher
Wed 20th July 2016 TREASURE HUNT
PARTNERS NIGHT. Details to be confirmed, but afterwards we're invited to Mike and Val's home at High Bray.
Sat 16th July 2016 Young Stars of the Future 2016
Come along and be entertained by a wonderful mix of young local amateur and professional performersWed 13th July 2016 LEST WE FORGET
WWII survivor Dick Raymond will talk about his experiences in German POW camps.Steward: Phil Boden
Wed 6th July 2016 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Club Council meets at 18:30.Steward: Richard Beer