He is a very active UNICEF Ambassador, a former war correspondant and an independent politician, who was MP for Tatton 1997-2001, who has a way with words. He gave a thoughtful and very humerous speech about his many and varied experiences across the world, including several of his own pithy, brief but very relevant Odes.
The event was very well attended by a thorough mix of Members from all 4 Clubs - with them all represented on Top Table.
The Clubs take turns to host this annual dinner :
2018 - Cambridge Sawston
2019 - Cambridge Rutherford
2020 - Cambridge South
2021 - Cambridge
'What We Do' Main Pages:
Just some of our many activities
moreOur annual charity car parking at Christmas using two car parks with the kind permission of the University and department of Chemistry raises £30,000 or more, mainly for local charities . To apply for a grant see our grant application
moreCharities are invited to submit grant applications - annually we give out over £30,000 - Fill in a Form and make your case ! Our next round of donations is open for 2025. Deadline 30 September 2025 (Now extended to 13 October 2025. THANK YOU to all applic
moreHow to join us...
moreThis committee aims to put on events and support organisations that encourage and develop children and young people.
moreThe Projects Committee manages fund-raising activities and recommends the charities to receive funding to the Club Council and Business meeting. It also supports our International projects.
moreSupporting the local community is a core Rotary aim.
moreFoundation Objectives - co-ordinating international projects using Rotary grants where possible.
moreThe International projects and activities are co-ordinated within the Projects committee.
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