Completed meetings and events 2013-2014
Wed 25th June 2014 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
This evenings speaker is Adam Leemans who is a Rotary Scholar studying at Southamption University read more...
Wed 18th June 2014 Club Assembly at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's meeting will include the approval of the Way Forward plan for 2014-17.
Wed 11th June 2014 Speaker Meeting at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's speaker is Pauline Monk who will talk about human trafficking and the Purple Teardrop campaign
Tue 10th June 2014 Club Council
Club Council will be held at at Bob Foster's house in Swanage
Wed 21st May 2014 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
Wed 14th May 2014 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's speaker is from the Dorset Wildlife Trust read more...
Wed 30th April 2014 President's Night at Harmans Cross Village Hall
To be held at Harmans Cross Village Hall.
Wed 23rd April 2014 Visit to RNLI College in Poole
The tour will commence at 1830 and run for 90 minutes. We will have a meal after to tour at a venue to be advised. read more...
Wed 16th April 2014 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
This evenings meeting will include a presentation on the Swanage Lights Committee from Mike Dimarco and the 3rd part of the Way Forward discussion.Timing; 7pm for 7:30
Dress: Smart Casual
Menu: Cottage Pie
Wed 9th April 2014 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening meeting will include a presentation from the charity "Tools for Self-Reliance".Dress: Smart Casual
Timing: 7pm for 7:30
Menu: Chicken breast wrapped in bacon, Creamed rice pudding
Wed 26th March 2014 Club AGM at Swanage Conservative Club
In addition to the reports and the election of club offices, John Eade will take about his year as the District Governor.Timing: 7 pm for 7:30
Dress: Smart Casual
Menu: Roast Beef, Apple pie
Wed 19th March 2014 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's meeting will contain a presentation by David Harris on South Sudan and the second discussion on the club's Way Forward process.Timing: 7pm for 7:30
Dress: Smart Casual
Menu: Lasagne & salad
Wed 12th March 2014 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's meeting will have a presentation on the Rona Sailing Project which Swanage Rotary has supported for many years.Timing: 7pm for 7:30
Dress: Smart Casual
Menu: Fish Pie, Fresh Fruit Salad read more...
Wed 26th February 2014 Games Night with Swanage Lions at Studland Village Hall
A evening of fellowship with Swanage Lions at Studland social club. A good time was had by all and it was great that two of the service clubs in the town work together so well.
Wed 19th February 2014 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
Tonight's meeting will contain a presentation from the Rev. john Wood on South Sudan & a discussion on the Way Forward process.Dress: Smart Casual
Timing: 7pm for 7:30
Menu: Spaghetti Bolognaise, Garlic Bread & Salad
Wed 12th February 2014 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
There will be presentations by Mo Andrews on Purbeck Good Neighbours and Lorna Haines on Impact.Dress: Smart Casual
Time: 7pm for 7:30
Menu: Sausages in Onion Gravy – Fruit Pie & Custard
Wed 22nd January 2014 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
This evenings meeting will have a presentation by District Governor John Eade on Rotary Wessex.Timing: 7pm for 7:30 start.
Dress: Smart Casual
Wed 15th January 2014 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's speaker is from WoofabilityTiming: 7pm for 7:30 start
Dress: Smart Casual read more...
Wed 25th December 2013 Swanage Rotary Christmas Breakfast 2013
For many years Swanage Rotary has put on a breakfast for people who might otherwise be alone at Christmas. Despite some poor weather, this year was no exception and as you can see from the photos a good time was had by all. read more...
Wed 18th December 2013 Christmas Party at Catholic Church Hall in Swanage
Meeting 7 for 7:30pm, Entertainment and a meal.Dress: Smart Casual
Wed 11th December 2013 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
Meeting with light meal
Tue 10th December 2013 7:00pm - Council at Worth Matravers
To be held at 16 Newfoundland Close
Mon 2nd December 2013 - Fri 13th December 2013 Rotary Santa Sleigh in Swanage 2013
Santa will be visiting Swanage again this year with a little help from Swanage Rotary Club.
Wed 27th November 2013 Visit to the Swanage Water Treatment Works
Facinating visit around Swanage Treatment Works in the morning with lunch for all at Swanage Sailing Club. read more...
Wed 13th November 2013 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's speaker is Steve Dring, The Planning Policy Manager, Purbeck District Council. He will talk about: " A Town Planner's view of Swanage and the Local Plan consultations"
Tue 12th November 2013 7:00pm - Council at Worth Matravers
To be held at 16 Newfoundland Close
Sat 2nd November 2013 Rotary Support Children In Need
A major community event which brought together most of the local voluntary groups and schools in Swanage was held in aid of the BBC's Children in Need Charity. The Swanage Challenge was a great fun day. See below for a list of events and activities: read more...
Wed 30th October 2013 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's topic is the Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme which will include an update of the support we give to our local DofE team.Meeting: 7 for 7:30pm
Dress: Smart Casual read more...
Thu 24th October 2013 Lewis Manning Quiz Night at Harmans Cross VH
This week we are participating in a quiz in aid of the Lewis Manning Hospice. All welcome for a fun evening.
Wed 16th October 2013 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
Meeting 7 for 7:30pm.Meal: Sandwiches
Dress: Smart Casual
Wed 9th October 2013 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
The speaker this evening is Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) K Davies, who is based at Lulworth Camp.The subject will be "The Army in Dorset".
Tue 8th October 2013 7:30pm - Council at Worth Matravers
To be held at 19, Gannets Close, Swanage
Wed 25th September 2013 Social Evening at Swanage Conservative Club
A chance for fellowship with members and guests.Dress: smart casual
Wed 18th September 2013 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
Meeting 7 for 7:30pm.Meal: Sandwiches
Dress: Smart Casual
Meeting will discuss IT applications being used / planned by the club.
Wed 11th September 2013 Meeting with Speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
This evening's speaker is Tristram Hobson - Head of The Swanage School. read more...
Tue 10th September 2013 7:30pm - Council at Worth Matravers
To be held at 16 Newfoundland Close
Wed 28th August 2013 Open Forum at Swanage Conservative Club
Swanage Rotary meeting to update members on progress with plans.Dress: Smart Casual
Registrar: David Huntley
Meal: sandwiches
Wed 21st August 2013 Personal Experiences of Sand Dams and How They Improve Lives
The evening's speaker will talk about "Personal experiences of Sand Dams and how they improve lives" - Sally Pinhey from Excellent, Pioneers of Sand Dams.Venue: Swanage Conservative Club - 7 for 7:30pm. Dress: Smart Casual read more...
Thu 8th August 2013 Swanage Craft Fayre & Summer Fete
The sun shone on the Swanage Rotary Craft Fair and Summer Fete and a good time was had by all concerned. read more...
Wed 7th August 2013 Pre Fete Get Together at Swanage Conservative Club
Chance to agree last minute plans for the fete. Fish & Chip supper to be served at 8pm - book in normal way.
Wed 31st July 2013 Visit to Burngate Stone Carving Centre
An evening visit to the Burngate Centre (just past the turn-off to Worth at the top of Langton).Times are confirmed as follows:start 1900 finish 2100
and the evening will consist of a presentation on Purbeck Stone, its quarrying and working. read more...
Sun 28th July 2013 Swanage Rotary Take 2nd Place in 2013 Carnival
Swanage Rotary once again took part in the Swanage Carnival which had the theme of "Hollywood". The Wizard of Oz proved a great success with the crowds who appreciated the fun had by all involved. read more...
Wed 24th July 2013 Open Forum
Venue: Swanage Conservative Club.Dress: Smart Casual
Registrar: Maggie Hardy
Dress: Smart Casual
Wed 17th July 2013 Meeting with speaker at Swanage Conservative Club
The subject is "the Swanage Local Plan - an Opportunity for the Community."
Tue 2nd July 2013 Swanage Rotary Sponsor 2013 Swanage Middle School Awards
Swanage Rotary has sponsored the Swanage Middle School Awards for many years and so it was with mixed emotions that the final awards evening was held this year prior to the school closing. read more...