Latest News - March 2026

Nominations Open for 2026 Senior RYLA Programme

Rotary clubs across District 1175 are reminded that nominations are now open for the 30 places on this year’s Senior Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA). Running 28 June - 3 July, the week‑long residential course on Dartmoor offers 18 - 30‑year‑olds an immersive leadership experience featuring expert speakers, outdoor challenges, and team‑building activities. The programme is endorsed by leading employers and is widely recognised for developing confident, capable young leaders. Read more

Club Speakers Highlight Fraud Awareness and Civic Leadership

Thanks to the work of speaker coordinator Nigel Rudd, members recently heard from Kern Matthews, who delivered an eye‑opening session on credit card fraud, sharing both alarming statistics and practical advice. Read more

On 13 March, the Club marked its 103rd anniversary by welcoming the Mayor of Penzance and newly appointed Honorary Rotarian, Stephen Reynolds. The Mayor reflected on his three years in office and joined members in celebrating the Club’s historic charter date. Read more

Major Healthcare Advancement for Cornwall

Penzance Rotary is celebrating news that the Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust has secured approximately £2 million in NHS England funding for a Medtronic Hugo™ Robot‑Assisted Surgery system at Treliske. The achievement follows extensive fundraising and advocacy led by Falmouth Rotary, supported by surgeons, MPs, patient groups, and contributions from across District 1175. Read more

Club Consolidation Continues to Strengthen Rotary in Penzance

As the Rotary year draws to a close, the President praised the success of the consolidation of Penzance’s two former Rotary clubs. Membership bonds continue to grow, new members are joining, and the unified Club is now positioned to expand its community impact.

Members are encouraged to reflect on future priorities ahead of the Club Assembly on 19 June, where President‑Elect Derath will outline plans for the coming year. Ideas for continuing, reviving, or launching new initiatives are warmly welcomed.