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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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Roar Charity

Roar Charity

Richard Huish College launches new Charity with pump prime funding from the Rotary Club of Taunton

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Goodbye Chris Cutting

Goodbye Chris Cutting

The Rotary Club of Taunton is sad to report the passing of an exemplary Rotarian, Chris Cutting, who exemplified the Rotary mantra of Service Before Self

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Youth Competitions

Youth Competitions

The Rotary Club of Taunton runs many Youth Competitions including; Young Photographer, Youth Speaks, Young Musician, Young Writer, Young Chef and Young Environmentalist. If you are an organisation or individual who wants to get involved read our article.

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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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Lisieux Visit

Lisieux Visit

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

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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

  

Our Social Media

Happening soon...

Tue, Jun 9th 2026 12:30 pm

Club Lunchtime Social @ Worlds End

Club Lunchtime Social - Worlds End TA4 1ET - booking in/out not required, gather from 12.30

Tue, Jun 16th 2026 6:30 pm

Club Evening Meeting

Venue: Taunton Racecourse
Chair: President Adrian Prior-Sankey Speaker: Dr Melanie Devine - the History of Corner Shops
DR: P. Nott HR: S. Nystrom

Tue, Jun 23rd 2026 12:30 pm

Club Lunchtime Social@Beefeater White Lodge

Club Lunchtime Social at Beefeater White Lodge 81 Bridgwater Road Taunton TA1 2DU. Gather from 1230. Book in not required.

Tue, Jun 30th 2026 6:30 pm

Club Fifth Tuesday Evening Meeting

Club Handover
Venue: Taunton Racecourse
Chair: President Adrian Prior-Sankey
Speaker: Clinton Rogers - President Musgrove League of Friends
DR: S. Nystrom
HR: D. Pattemore

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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Rotary News

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