News about Club Members
Latest news about Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann members
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Mark Gilson becomes Club President for 2024/25
more The Rotary meeting on 2nd July was the last, as President, for Mike Johnson (pictured left) as he handed over to incoming President for 2024/25 Mark Gilson (pictured on the right).
Club receives International Recognition for its work in 2023/24
more The Club has just received a Rotary Citation for 2023/24 from Rotary International, the most significant award a Rotary Club can achieve.
50th Anniversary Charter Night - 17 November 2023
more The Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann celebrated their 50th birthday in splendid style at the Comis Hotel, Douglas.
3 Paul Harris Fellowships Awarded at 50th Anniversary Charter Night - Nov 2023
more During the recent evening of 50th anniversary celebrations, three very surprised Rotarians from Rushen & Western Mann Rotary Club, were presented with a Paul Harris Fellowship.
Christmas Dinner 2023
more On 19 December 2023, members & guests enjoyed a simply delightful Christmas dinner from our wonderful hosts at The Falcon's Nest Hotel. Our guest speaker role was shared by Kirrie Kermode & Simon Clarke from Manx Radio who entertained the masses.
Mark Gilson awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship - December 2023
more In recognition of his service to Rotary and the wider community the Club was pleased to award a Paul Harris Fellowship to Mark Gilson at its 2023 Christmas Dinner.
New Memorial Bench Installed in Ballabeg - May 2023
more Take time to have a sit and enjoy the views in Ballabeg - "the centre of the universe". Our Club has worked with the Cringle Family to install a memorial bench to remember Noel and Mary Cringle - who served the local community in many ways.
Film Night - October 2023
more Another successful film night at the Erin Arts Centre - 60 members of Rotary, Inner Wheel and Probus along with family and friends enjoyed a fish and chip supper followed by the film "Phantom of the Open" - the story of golfer Maurice Flitcroft
Club Receives International Recognition for its work in 2022/23
more The club has earned the Rotary Citation for 2022/23, the most significant award a Rotary Club can achieve.
Mike Johnson becomes new Club President for 2023/24
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David Alcock 1946 - 2023 RIP
more Some very sad news on Monday 16th October 2023 with the passing away of one our longest serving Rotarians David Alcock
Debbie Reeve Joins Rotary - June 2023
more On Tuesday 13th June 2023, our Club President Michael Gallagher welcomed our newest member Debbie Reeve (pictured on the left) into the fellowship of Rotary.
Joanne Dugdale Joins Rotary - March 2023
more On Tuesday 28th March 2023, our Club President Michael Gallagher welcomed our newest member Joanne Dugdale (pictured on the left) into the fellowship of Rotary.
Juan Kinley Joins Rotary - February 2023
more On Tuesday 21st February 2023, our Club President Michael Gallagher welcomed our new member Juan Kinley (pictured on the left) into the fellowship of Rotary.
Film Night - November 2022
more Another successful film - 60 members of Rotary, Inner Wheel and Probus along with family and friends enjoyed a fish and chip supper followed by the sequel film "Fisherman's Friends - One and All" at the Erin Arts Centre.
New Paul Harris Fellows recognised for their service - Dec 2022
more 5 Club members were recognised for their service to the local community at our Christmas Dinner in December 2022. Congratulations to Ashton Lewis, Mark Renshaw, Steve George, Peter Winstanley and Multiple PHF John Lindon
Dave Silvester Joins Rotary - January 2023
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Christmas Dinner 2022
more A letter to my younger self by Chief Constable Gary Roberts; heads or tails to win fantastic raffle prizes; Rotary PHF awardees honoured and a lot of Christmas cheer and Christmas pudding - here is a snippet of our Christmas Dinner in 2022.
Murder Mystery Dinner - October 2022
more Who murdered the owner of a Spanish Holiday Complex? That was the challenge set for members of Rotary and Inner Wheel and their guests at the Murder Mystery Dinner held at the Falcons Nest Hotel in Port Erin.
Paul Winstanley Joins Rotary - August 2022
more On Tuesday 2 August, our Club President Michael Gallagher welcomed our newest member Paul Winstanley (pictured on the left) into the fellowship of Rotary.
Charles Crossley Joins Rotary - July 2022
more On Tuesday 12 July 2022, our Club President Ashton Lewis welcomed Charles Crossley (pictured on the left) into the fellowship of Rotary.
Michael Crowe Joins Rotary - May 2022
more On Tuesday 24 May, our Club Vice President Michael Gallagher welcomed our newest member Michael Crowe (pictured on the left) into the fellowship of Rotary.
Norman Cockburn RIP 1931 to 2022
more Sadly last Saturday 5th February 2022 founder member of the club Norman Cockburn passed away. (1 page below this)
George Short & Brian Coole Awarded Paul Harris Fellowships - Dec 2021
more In recognition of their service to Rotary and the wider community the Club was pleased to award a Paul Harris Fellowship to George Short and a multiple Paul Harris Fellowship to Brian Coole at its 2021 Christmas Dinner.
Christmas Meal 2021
more Although covid meant a lot of members couldn’t attend we still had over 40 members and guests. All took an Lateral Flow test before coming and social distancing was at the forefront. A great time was had by all, entertained by Guest Speaker Malcolm Clague
Ashton Lewis becomes new Club President for 2021/22
more The Rotary meeting on 6th July was the last, as president, for Roger Barrs and you can see his handover to incoming president Ashton Lewis.
Mike Scott PHF - 1929 to 2021
more The Club has announced the sad news that Mike Scott has passed away. A Rotarian for 45 years - Mike had been a member of our club for over 31 years. His influence and service to the Club was immense, including editing and publishing the club newsletter.
Noel Cringle, OBE - 1937 to 2021
more The Club has announced the sad news that Noel Cringle has passed away. A Rotarian for 48 years, Noel was a Past President and founding member of the Club in 1973. His influence and service to the Club and Rotary was immense.
New Member - Barry Smith - February 2021
more On Tuesday 9th February 2021 Club President Roger Barrs welcomed Barry Smith (pictured on the left) into the fellowship of Rotary at our first meeting after the end of the 2nd Isle of Man Lockdown.
South Barrule Christmas Day walk 2020
more Club members George Short, Noel Cringle and Terry Clare along with former Tynwald member David Cretney decided to mark Christmas Day afternoon with a walk to the top of South Barrule.
John Lindon & John Quaye awarded Paul Harris Fellowships - Dec 2020
more In recognition of their service to Rotary and the wider community the Club was pleased to award a Paul Harris Fellowship to John Lindon and a multiple Paul Harris Fellowship to John Quaye at its 2020 Christmas Dinner.
Christmas Meal 2020
more Nearly 80 members and guests enjoyed the Club's Christmas Dinner on 15th December 2020 with speaker Andy Wint from Manx Radio.
Club Receives International Recognition for its work in 2019/20
more The club has earned the Rotary Citation, the most significant award a Rotary Club can achieve, for 2019-20. During a year that was challenging for many Rotarians around the world, our club demonstrated a commitment to achieve its goals.
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Ramsey Staycation - October 2020
more Over 20 members and their partners enjoyed a one night staycation in the the north of the island. Friday afternoon started off with ten pin bowling followed by a dinner at the Ramsey Park Hotel. Members of the Ramsey Rotary Club joined us for the evening.
New President & Vice President for 2020/21
more Roger Barrs and Ashton Lewis have become the new President and Vice President for 2020/21 at the Club Handover meeting on 7th July 2020.
Life returns to the 'new normal' - First Face to Face Meeting for over 3 Months
more After over 3 months due to Covid-19, on 30th June 2020 the Club has finally been able to meet face to face. 43 members and 6 guests enjoyed a meal and evening of fellowship. #RotaryConnects #PeopleOfAction
3 New Members Join - July 2020
more Cecilia Ngotho, Lee Penrose and Geoff Brown were welcomed into Rotary on 4th August 2020 by President Roger Barrs
2nd Hamper Draw winner announced - June 2020
more Congratulations to Roger Barrs the second of our clubs hamper draw winners. Presented here by club President John Lindon.
First food hamper draw winner - June 2020
more As the club have had to cancel all our Tuesday meetings because of the Covid-19 pandemic we have been thinking of ways that we can still raise funds to support our charities.
Another Successful ZOOM meeting for members - June 2020
more Tuesday 23rd June saw 32 members join together virtually with guest speakers for a very interesting meeting.
Harry Pease, MPHF - 1927 to 2020
more Club has announced the sad news that Harry Pease has passed away. A Rotarian for 38 years, Harry was a Past President, Past District Governor and a Multiple Paul Harris Fellow. His influence and service to the Club and Rotary was immense.
Mattew Williams Joins Rotary - February 2020
more Mattew Williams was welcomed into the Club as a new Rotarian on 25th February 2020 by Club Vice President Roger Barrs
Club President Visits Australian Rotary Club - February 2020
more Whilst on holiday in Queensland Australia, Club President John Lindon visited the Wynnum and Manly Rotary Club. He is pictured here with their President - Dave Warren.
Club welcomes Rotaract Member Cecilia Ngotho
more Following her recent move with work from Kenya to the Isle of Man, Cecilia was presented with a club banner.
Christmas Meal 2019
more Members and their guests enjoyed a great Christmas Meal entertained by guest speaker Ron Berry from 3fm Radio.
Michael Gallagher becomes a Paul Harris Fellow - Dec 2019
more Michael Gallagher received recognition for his commitment to the club and the local community when he was given a Paul Harris Fellowship on 17th December 2019
Jimmy Thomson joins Rotary - November 2019
more Club President John Lindon welcomed Jimmy Thomson into our Rotary Club on 19th November 2019
Film Night - October 2019
more Around 80 members, family and friends plus guests from Inner Wheel and both Probus Clubs enjoyed a fish supper in Port Erin before enjoying the comedy drama "Late Night" starting Emma Thompson. #havingfun
Dick Welsh Joins Rotary - November 2019
more Club President John Lindon welcomed Dick Welsh into our Rotary Club on 26th November 2019
A Vibrant and Active Club - August 2019
more A rare group photo of the clubs members on 6th August 2019
Club members attend District Conference in Llandudno - October 2019
more 4 members and their wives led by Club President attended the Rotary District Conference.
Supersonic Science Professor's Bubble Show - 6 Aug 2019
more Members were educated and entertained about the science of bubbles by Hamid Rabbani, son in law of one our club members.
New President and Vice President for 2019/20
more John Lindon and Roger Barrs have become the new President and Vice President for 2019/20 at the Club Handover meeting on 2nd July 2019.
Members Learn How to do CPR and Use a Defibrillator - June 2019
more Club member Phil Adams showed members of the club some basic emergency first aid and how to deal with an unresponsive person. This included how to do CPR and use an AED defibrillator
Rotary Youth Summer Camp 2019
more On Friday 19th July, students from a variety of European countries visited the Isle of Man for the weekend as part of Rotary District 1285 Youth Summer Camp 2019.
District Governor Elect Peter James Robinson visit - July 2019
more District Governor Elect Peter James Robinson joined us at the Club assembly on 6th July 2019
Club Handover 2019
more On 2nd July 2019, John Lindon became the new President for 2019/20 of the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann taking over from Hugh Logan
Neil Campbell Joins Rotary - May 2019
more On 14th May 2019, Neil Campbell joined the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
Jim Morris joins Rotary - May 2019
more On 21st May 2019, Jim Morris joined the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
Kiree Kermode entertains members at the 2018 Christmas Dinner
more Local Farmer & Manx Radio Presenter Kiree Kermode entertained members at the Club's Christmas Dinner on 18th December 2018. This included an examination of the Club's very special prize 'Christmas Ram'.
Charter Night 2018
more On 20th October 2018, the Club celebrated the 45th anniversary of being founded with a Charter Night Dinner Members and guests were entertained by guest speaker Dick Welsh
Members join Inner Wheel on Steam Railway Dining Train - July 2018
more On Sunday 29th July, Ladies of the Inner Wheel Club of Rushen & Western Mann enjoyed a Sunday lunch on the dining train on the Isle of Man Steam Railway with family and Rotary guests
Club Handover 2018
more On 3rd July 2018, Hugh Logan became the new President for 2018/19 of the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann taking over from Paul Winnell
Christmas Dinner 2016
more 60 members & their guests were entertained by Dot Tilbury talking about her days as Philatelic Manager at the Isle of Man Post Office and the launch of the special themed stamps about Manx born Pop Stars the Bee Gee's
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Members Enjoy Antiques Quiz - 21 February 2017
more Local auctioneer Murray Keefe from Chrystals Auctions in Douglas Isle of Man set an interesting hand on quiz featuring a variety of small antiques.
Members Enjoy Film Night - January 2017
more Along with Friends, relatives and guests from Rushen Probus Club & the Inner Wheel Club of Rushen & Western Mann, members enjoyed a very successful film night at Erin Arts Centre watching "Salmon Fishing in Yemen" with fish & chips beforehand.
Rotary District 1285 Summer Camp Students
more On Friday 21st July, 14 students from a variety of countries including Poland, Portugal, Spain, Macau, Croatia, Germany, Netherlands and Romania visited the Isle of Man for the weekend as part of Rotary District 1285 Summer Camp 2017.
Members Enjoy Film Night - November 2017
more With Friends, relatives and guests from Probus Club & the Inner Wheel Club, members enjoyed a successful film night at Erin Arts Centre watching the film ”Mindhorn" which was set in the Isle of Man.This was proceeded by Fish & Chips
Rotary Christmas Dinner 2017
more 60 members & their guests were entertained by Horse Racing Trainers Peter Scudamore (former National Hunt Champion Jockey) and Lucinda Russell talking about the Grand National Horse Race on 19th December 2017
Mark Gilson and Mark Renshaw join Rotary - March 2019
more On 19th March 2019, Mark Gilson and Mark Renshaw joined the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
Terry Clare Becomes a Paul Harris Fellow - October 2018
more Terry Clare received recognition for his commitment to the club and the local community when he was given a Paul Harris Fellowship on 20th October 2018
Mike Johnson Joins Rotary - October 2018
more On 23rd October 2018, Mike Johnson joined the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
Andy Morgan joins Rotary - August 2018
more On 14th August 2018, Andy Morgan joined the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
District Governor Elect Patrick Tyrrell Visit - July 2018
more After making a splash at the 2017 World Tin Bath Championship, on 17th July 2018, the Club welcomed back District Governor Elect Patrick Tyrrell to the Clubs General Assembly for 2018/19.
Junior Vice President - John Lindon visits Rotary Club in Australia - Jan 2018
more John Lindon visits the Rotary Club of Wynnum and Manly in Brisbane, Australia.
Roger Barrs becomes a Paul Harris Fellow
more Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann member Roger Barrs received recognition for his commitment to the club and the local community when he was given a Paul Harris Fellowship on 19th December 2017
Eric Taggart becomes a Paul Harris Fellow - Dec 2017
more Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann member Eric Taggart received recognition for his commitment to the club and the local community when he was given a Paul Harris Fellowship on 19th December 2017
Club Handover 2017
more On 4th July 2017, Paul Winnell became the new President for 2017/18 of the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann taking over from Geoff McCann
Phil Adams Joins Rotary - July 2017
more On 4th July 2017, Coastguard Officer Phil Adams joined the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
Jonathan Martin Joins Rotary - July 2017
more On 18th July 2017, Pathology Manager Jonathan Martin joined the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
Club celebrates Mike Scott producing 100 editions of Club Newsletter
more To celebrate the production of the 100th edition of the quarterly Club Newsletter, Mike Scott (who has edited all 100 editions) was presented with engraved Whisky Glasses by Rotary Club President Geoff McCann on 28 February 2017
Club Member David Alcock donates sets of golf clubs to junior golf initiative
more Club Member David Alcock presented a number of sets of golf clubs to Rotary Club President Geoff McCann on 28 March 2017. They will be used in a junior golf initiative being supported by the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann.
Norman Cockburn becomes Honorary Life Member
more On 22nd November 2016 Norman Cockburn was made an Honorary Life Member of the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann in recognition of his 43 years of membership of club, which he helped to found in 1973
John Galloway Smith Becomes a Paul Harris Fellow - November 2016
more Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann member John Galloway Smith received recognition for his commitment to the club and the local community when he was given a Paul Harris Fellowship on 22nd November 2016
Paul Winnell Becomes a Paul Harris Fellow - November 2016
more Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann member Paul Winnell received recognition for his commitment to the club and the local community when he was given a Paul Harris Fellowship on 22nd November 2016
Past Presidents Meal 2016
more Current Club President Geoff McCann and Council members joined Past President for 2015/16 Terry Clare for a celebratory meal on 17th November 2016
Steph Lowe joins Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann - October 2016
more On 18th October 2016, retired Civil Engineering Manager Steph Lowe joined the club.
Steve George joins Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann - July 2016
District Governor Elect Eric Cowcill visit - July 2016
more On 16th July 2016, the club welcomed District Governor Elect Eric Cowcill to the Clubs General Assembly for 2016/17.
Club Handover 2016 "“ Geoff McCann becomes the new President of the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
more On 28th June 2016, Geoff McCann became the new President for 2016/17 of the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann taking over from Terry Clare
Brian Coole becomes a Paul Harris Fellow
more Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann member received recognition for his commitment to the club and the local community when he was given a Paul Harris Fellowship on 15th December 2015
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Christmas Dinner 2015
more The annual black tie Christmas Dinner was held on 15th December 2015 with club member being the guest speaker
Club Handover 2015 - Terry Clare becomes the new President of the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
more On 30th June 2015, Terry Clare became the new President for 2015/16 of the Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann taking over from Noel Cringle
Isle of Man Rotary Inter Club Quiz Winners 2015
more In May 2015 once again the Rotary Club of Rushen and Western Mann were the winners of the annual inter club quiz
Rotary Moves Venue at the Cherry Orchard in Port Erin from 1st July 2014
more As from 1st July 2014 the venue for meetings changed to the Cherry Orchard in Port Erin. Members moved the club regalia on Saturday 28th June from the old venue of the Falcons Nest Hotel in Port Erin.
Inter Club Quiz Winners 2013
more Annual Quiz competition between the 5 Manx Rotary Clubs. After a hard fought competition the winners for 2013 were defending champions, Rushen & Western Mann.
Charter Night 2013
more The Club was granted its charter on the 9th November 1973 Unlike many Clubs, we only hold our Charter Night every 5 years. The last Charter night dinner was held on Friday 8th November 2013 at the Empress Hotel in Douglas, when we celebrated the clubs (1 page below this)
Looking Back to 1973 and Founding of Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann
more Some archive photos of the inaugural meeting of the club in 1973. Do you recognize any of the faces?