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Youth Speaks 2026

Youth Speaks 2026

TALENTED YOUNG SPEAKERS GO HEAD TO HEAD AT THE FIRST ROUND OF THE ROTARY YOUTH SPEAKS COMPETITION 2026

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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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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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Pride of Somerset Youth Awards

Pride of Somerset Youth Awards

The Pride of Somerset Youth Awards once again took centre stage at Bridgwater and Taunton College on 21st May.

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Tracey Khodabandheloo receives prestigious Paul Harris Fellowship Award

Tracey Khodabandheloo receives prestigious Paul Harris Fellowship Award

Tracey's record of outstanding service to the community and the Rotary Club of Taunton was recognised by Rotarians at the club meeting on 3rd March.


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Charity Quiz Evening

Charity Quiz Evening

Following last year's successful quiz there is another one coming up on 21st March.

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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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Happening soon...

Fri, Mar 6th 2026 7:00 pm

President's Night

Presidents Night
Venue: Oake Manor Golf Club
Chair: President Adrian Prior-Sankey
Details tbc

Tue, Mar 10th 2026 12:55 pm

Club Lunchtime Social @ Beefeater White Lodge 81 Bridgwater Road Taunton TA1 2DU

Club Lunchtime Social - Gather from 12.30
Venue: Beefeater White Lodge 81 Bridgwater Road Taunton TA1 2DU. Book in not required

Tue, Mar 17th 2026 6:30 pm

Club Evening Meeting

Club Evening Meeting
Venue: Taunton Racecourse
Chair: President Adrian Prior-Sankey
Speaker: Rtn Donald Pearson-Kirk Bridges Around the World-Short presentation and quiz
DR: P. Joyce HR: A. Goodwin

Quiz Evening

Sat, Mar 21st 2026 6:00 pm

Quiz Evening

Charity Quiz Evening - Oake Village Hall
Saturday 21st March

Tue, Mar 24th 2026 11:30 am

MSG Meeting

MSG Meeting
At Beefeater White Lodge 81 Bridgwater Road Taunton TA1 2DU

Tue, Mar 24th 2026 12:55 pm

Club Lunchtime Social@Beefeater White Lodge 81 Bridgwater Road Taunton TA1 2DU

Club Lunchtime Social. Gather from 12.30
Venue: Beefeater White Lodge 81 Bridgwater Road Taunton TA1 2DU Book in not required.

Tue, Mar 31st 2026 6:30 pm

Club Fifth Tuesday Evening Meeting

Fifth Tuesday
Venue: Taunton Racecourse
Chair: President Adrian Prior-Sankey
Speaker: Martin Straus - Mayor of Taunton
DR: T. Khodabandehloo HR: D.Lewis

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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