Find Out More About Rotary

James Herriot Trail Race

A challenging and scenic 14km race over the moors around Bolton Castle. Organised entirely by volunteers, the event attracts runners from across the region.

September Saunter

A family-friendly walk through some of Wensleydale's finest countryside, supporting Rotary's charitable work.

Supporting Our Community

Wensleydale Young Musician

Supporting Local Schools

We work closely with schools in Leyburn and the surrounding area, supporting educational initiatives, youth development projects and opportunities for young people.

Community Action

From litter picks to supporting local charities and community groups, Rotary members are committed to making Wensleydale an even better place to live and work

Who We Are

Our members come from a variety of backgrounds, including farming, banking, business, education, and health. All enjoy the fun and friendship that Rotary offers, while also helping their  own communities and those farther afield. 

Rotary is a worldwide network of over 1.4 million neighbors, friends, and leaders who volunteer their skills and resources to solve issues and address community needs. There are more than 34,000 Rotary Clubs in well over 200 countries throughout the world. Clubs meet weekly of biweekly for fellowship, a meal, and an informative program. Clubs identify opportunities for service projects in their communities and throughout the world, often partnering with other clubs to plan and execute them.

Rotary’s motto is Service Above Self, and Rotarians pursue Five Areas of Service: Club Service, Vocational Service, Community Service, International Service and Next Generations (Rotary Youth Exchange and Youth Leadership) Service. Belonging to a Rotary Club is a great way to make new friends while doing good in the world and your community. It provides a wonderful platform for service minded individuals to marry their energy and ideas for service with like-minded people, community resources, and the support to make their ideas a reality.

To learn more about what we do, please explore this site and click on the links on "What we do". If you wish to know more about Rotary International, click on About Rotary.

INTERESTED IN JOINING  ROTARY? Come along to one of our meetings to find out more - Telephone Ray Wilkinson 01969 663613 raysoanes08@btinternet.com or Richard Pennell 07970 812051 richard@pennells.co.uk - You would be very welcome