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Water Survival Boxes

Water Survival Boxes

Water Boxes are packed and distributed by Rotarians and provide essential survival equipment to disaster hit areas.

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Lisieux 2025

Lisieux 2025

Members of Taunton Rotary Club once again visited their long-time sister Club in Lisieux, re-igniting old friendships and strengthening relationships between our two Clubs.

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£4,000 Donated to Fire Fighting in Nepal

£4,000 Donated to Fire Fighting in Nepal

Taunton Rotary is supporting an exciting project in Nepal to improve fire fighting mobilisation and inter-agency working. Managed and run by ex-fireman Jason Snailham, who linked with Rotary in Nepal to ensure the project's success.

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Young Musician 26

Young Musician 26

Talented Young Musicians perform at the District round of the Rotary Young Musician Competition 2026

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Ceilidh and Concert - Calling the Tunes for Smile Train

Ceilidh and Concert - Calling the Tunes for Smile Train

Smiles all round from young and old

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100 Centenary Trees

100 Centenary Trees

100 trees have been planted at Maidenbrook country park to commemorate the Club's Centenary Year (2022/2023) and in support of Queen Elizabeth II's Jubilee 'Green Canopy' project.

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About us

  

It is a pleasure to introduce you to our Club.

Founded in 1922, the Rotary Club of Taunton has a long and proud history of service in Taunton and beyond. We continue to build on this rich 103-year legacy today.

We are a group of around 35 dedicated members who meet regularly and strive to be part of a successful and impactful club. As part of the wider Rotary family, we benefit from the fellowship, support and resources of District 1200 and Rotary International

“Service above Self” remains at the heart of Rotary. Our club actively participates in and contributes to significant local events. Strengthening our links with other voluntary and service organisations ensures that we remain relevant, engaged, and vibrant, demonstrating our commitment to the community.

This year, the Musgrove Park Hospital League of Friends features as our main local charity. Founded by our Club in 1959, the MPH LoF holds a special place for our members. The ARK at Egwood and its satellite support groups offering help to armed forces veterans and others, will also feature in our programme.

Our engagement with Rotary youth programs such as Youth Speaks and the Rotary Young Leaders Award remains strong, thanks to the dedication of our members.

Our regular speaker program is excellent, covering a wide range of interesting and informative topics, often over a meal. Occasional external visits and trips add to the sense of fellowship.

We are a friendly club and we welcome new members. We invite you to contact us through our website to attend one of our meetings and find out more about becoming a Rotarian. We would love you to join us in our aim to make a positive impact in Taunton and beyond.

Adrian Prior-Sankey, President of the Rotary Club of Taunton 2025/6

  

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Tue, Apr 21st 2026 6:30 pm

No Meeting

No Meeting see Thursday 23rd Apl

Thu, Apr 23rd 2026 6:30 pm

St George's Day Celebration

St George's Day Celebration, Vivary Park Golf Club, 18.00 for 18.30.
Guests Welcome
Chair President Adrian Prior Sankey.
DR JR Lyon HR H McFaul

Tue, Apr 28th 2026 6:30 pm

Club Lunchtime Social @

Club Evening Meeting
Venue:

Fri, May 1st 2026 5:00 pm - 12:00 pm Mon, May 4th 2026

Lisieux Visit

Weekend visit from the Rotary Club of Lisieux. Details tbc.

Piano Recital - St John's Church Taunton

Sun, May 3rd 2026 3:00 pm

Piano Recital - St John's Church Taunton

Marie Pascale Hitier - International Pianist and Lecturer at the Conservatoire of Caen

Tue, May 5th 2026 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Wed, May 6th 2026

Council Meeting

Council Meeting
Venue: Taunton Racecourse
Chair: President Adrian Prior-Sankey

Tue, May 5th 2026 12:55 pm

Club Lunch Meeting - AGM and Business

Club AGM and Business Meeting
Venue: Taunton Racecourse
Chair: President Adrian Prior-Sankey
DR: H. McFaul HR: N. Moyle

Tue, May 12th 2026 4:30 pm

Walking Treasure Hunt

Walking Treasure Hunt followed by meal at Cosy Club. Meet at Cosy Club 16.30. Teams of 3/4. Return to Cosy Club 18.00 latest. Please email John Beer if you intend to participate.

Meetings & Venue

Where and when:

We meet on Tuesdays at

(First Tuesday 12.55, Third Tuesday 18.30, full programme see Meetings and Events ) Taunton Racecourse
Orchard Portman
Shoreditch
Taunton
TA3 7BL

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