Join the Rotary Club of Dunmow
An invitation
Come and join the Rotary Club of Dunmow
Be part of something bigger. As part of a global network of 1.4 million members, the Rotary Club of Dunmow brings people together to support local communities and life-changing causes worldwide—including Rotary’s mission to end polio.
When we meet (New schedule, as below, from May 7th 2026)
We meet regularly at the Saracens Head Hotel, Great Dunmow, with a relaxed mix of social and formal gatherings:
1st Thursday – Formal lunchtime meeting -12:30 for 13:00 lunch
3rd Thursday – Formal evening meeting -18:00 for 18:30 dinner
5th Thursday (if applicable) – Special Friday evening event with partners & friends
Some members will also gather socially in the Saracens Head Hotel bar at lunchtime on the 2nd & 4th Thursday's.
Formal meetings focus on planning events and community projects—everything else is about connection, friendship, and fun.
What we do
Our calendar is packed with events that make a real difference, such as:
Youth competitions (art, music, writing & more)
Community events like quizzes, concerts, and dinners
Environmental and hands-on projects like litter picking and bike recycling
Fundraising events that bring people together
Where the money goes
Every pound raised goes into our Trust Fund and is distributed to a wide range of local, national, and international charities—from youth groups and community services to major organisations like Cancer Research UK, Essex & Herts Air Ambulance, and Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Who can join?
Anyone aged 18+ who wants to give back, meet great people, and enjoy being part of a supportive, active community.
Get involved
If you’d like to make a difference, build friendships, and have fun along the way, we’d love to hear from you.
Please use the contact section below:
Contact David Hipkin about this page:
'What We Do' Main Pages:
The Rotary Clubs of Dunmow & Takeley Santa's Sleigh ride through Takeley, Priors Green, Little Canfield & Great Dunmow Grange.
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Dunmow Rotary Youth Competitions 2025/26 Entry closing date for Young Artist, Young Environmentalist, Young Photographer and Young Writer is Friday 13th February 2026.
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Annual Santa's Sleigh Ride around Takeley, Priors Green, Little Canfield and Dunmow Grange, west of Dunmow Tesco.
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Annual Sports Personality Dinner held on Friday 26th April 2024, with guest speaker Graham Gooch OBE, ex England and Essex Cricket Captain
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Through the Rotary Club of Dunmow - Collinson Legacy Fund, we have been able to provide Helena Romanes School, Dunmow, with a number of new musical instruments.
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The Community Service Committee is responsible for organising events to give direct service to the community OR to raise funds for community groups and charities. Examples include: Father Christmas collections & Community Concerts.
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The Membership Service Committee looks after the welfare of members and recruitment of new members. Committee Chair: Barry Clark.
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The international Service Committee is responsible for our international service, including raising funds for International Charities and Foundation. It organises member's visits and exchange programmes.
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