2026 - Godalming Club Recent Events & Actions

25/07/26 Godalming Repair Cafe

From electrical appliances and IT problems to bikes, clothing, jewellery and household treasures, it was another busy and rewarding session. Every repair helps save money, reduces waste and keeps perfectly usable items out of landfill.

Thank you also to everyone who enjoyed a coffee and cake or made a donation. As always, our Repair Café is completely free to use, with all donations helping to keep the café running and supporting local community charities.

We look forward to seeing you at our next Repair Café!

08/07/26 Corporate Evening

Guests heard from our District Membership Leads, Corporate Members who have joined the club over the past year, and leaders of several of our charity projects, all of whom shared their experiences of Rotary.

The inspiring and passionate speakers shared powerful stories about the impact Rotary has, both within local communities and across the world. Their presentations highlighted the many opportunities for schools to become involved in meaningful community projects while connecting with a global network of volunteers.

We look forward to catching up with the schools in September following the summer break. We hope some of them will choose to join the growing number of local schools that are already Corporate Members of Godalming Rotary Club, and we are excited about the possibility of welcoming them into our Rotary family.

04/07/26 High Street Star - Hilary

We were especially delighted by the nominations for our latest High Street Star, as so many people wanted to recognise her outstanding contribution. Hilary has been part of the Waitrose team for an incredible 38 years and is a firm favourite with customers, many of whom choose her checkout because of her exceptional customer service, friendly smile and genuinely warm personality.

July 2026 Outgoing Presidents Meal

04/07/26 New Members District BBQ

28/06/26
Nanette Summers Godalming Rotary President 2026-27

June 2026 Donation to Sight for Surrey 

26/06/26 - Chris Scott receives Paul Harris Fellowship Award

June 26 - Dot Origin Ltd are presented with Corporate Membership Plaque

President Jennifer Mason presented Dot Origin Ltd with their Corporate Membership Plaque. We are so pleased to have Dan, Steve,  Pete and Alison as valuable Corporate members of our Club.

June 26 - Paul Harris Fellowship Award

Congratulations to Chris Scott on receiving a well deserved Paul Harris Fellowship award - Chris spends his life caring for those less fortunate, in Aldershot Farnborough and Kenya proving shoes coats and lights for those who need them. A privilege to have you as a valued member of Rotary international Chris - we are very proud your a part of Godalming RC. Chris received his award from our Club President, Jennifer Mason.

June 26 - Godalming 'High Street Star'

The Mayor of Godalming, with two Presidents, surprise our first High Street Star on Monday. Mark, a pharmacy assistant at Boots Chemist was the worthy recipient of this award, which is being given to celebrate 90 years of Rotary in Godalming.

Keep an eye out for details on how you can nominate the next Star ⭐️

10/06/26 - Rotary Children's Fun Day, Aldershot

Both Rotary in Godalming Clubs were manning the transfer station for the day. Some of the volunteers were caught having a little rest before putting smiles on lots & lots of faces

28/05-01/06/26 - Educate The Kids - Jolaurabi School, Kenya

Social Media Post from Educate the Kids "Chris and Nadia, together with the Rotary Club Godalming, have worked tirelessly to bring hope and lasting change to the lives of our children and community. Through their incredible generosity and commitment, more than 600 solar lights were provided, and we are proud to share that over 450 lights have already been distributed to our school children, with the remainder reaching families within the wider community. These lights are transforming homes and creating brighter futures.

A solar light is far more than just a lamp, it is hope shining in the darkness. It gives a child the opportunity to read, learn and dream long after the sun has set. It brings comfort, safety, and dignity to a home, while opening doors to education and opportunity.

The impact of this program on our school and community is truly immeasurable. Children who once struggled to complete their homework in dim light or darkness can now study with confidence and determination. Parents have peace of mind, children feel inspired and households are filled with new possibilities.

No child should have to sit in darkness when their future is full of potential. These solar lights are not simply gifts; they are gifts of education, opportunity, protection and hope.

To Chris, Nadia and the Rotary Club of Godalming, thank you for believing in our children and investing in their future. Your kindness has illuminated far more than homes, it has lit hearts, inspired dreams and brightened the path toward a better tomorrow for an entire generation.

Every light tells a story. Every light creates an opportunity. Every light helps a child shine"

10/05/26 - King Edwards School Witley  

"This week our Charities Committee celebrated with Maisy from Upper 6th after she received the Runner-Up award from the Mayor of Godalming in Rotary’s Young Citizen of the Year competition.

Our younger pupils enjoyed being inspired by Maisy’s five years of service on the Committee during her last meeting.

Congratulations Maisy!"

10/05/26 - Youth Awards

Congratulations from our President and members of Godalming Rotary club we are proud to have been a part in these awards. Congratulations & well done

04/05/26 - Ragged Robin 

A fantastic morning Promoting Godalming Rotary Club while watching these amazing Super Cars arrive.

Fab opportunity thanks to Dee, Managers and Staff at The Ragged Robin Godalming.

28/04/26 - Rotary Mijas International 

Words from Rotary Mijas International: "Jennifer Mason President of Rotary Godalming delivered a presentation about her project that provides solar lights for Kenya, highlighting how these lights enable children to do their homework safely. She emphasized the importance of this initiative, as dangerous lighting such as candles often lead to fires.

Jennifer also shared a film showing how ring pulls are repurposed/recycled into items like evening bags and purses. She showcased a striking black and gold bag, which was auctioned and won by Club Member Penny.

The group is aiming to secure a Rotarian global grant to further support this project.

Additionally, Jennifer mentioned that her Rotary Club is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, which is a remarkable milestone. Congratulations."

28/04/26 - New Member Induction  

At Tuesday’s lunch, our President welcomed and inducted Diana as our eighth new member this year, with support from Simon, one of our new corporate members, who read the ‘4-Way Test.’. 

15/04/26 King Edward's School - Historical Tour & Art Exhibition
 

A huge thank you to Viki, Hannah, and Simon for such a warm welcome at King Edward's Witley

Sixteen Rotarians had the pleasure of joining our new Corporate Members for a fascinating and fun tour of the school, followed by a private viewing at App Art. It was a truly enjoyable and engaging experience, bringing the school’s rich history to life while showcasing incredible artwork.

The visit was a fantastic way to introduce the school to our members and spark ideas about how we can collaborate and build a strong partnership for the future.

A special highlight was discovering the trees planted by Godalming Rotarians 30 years ago—what a wonderful connection to our shared history! 

Thank you again for such a memorable day!

21/03/26 GSA Showstoppers

We were treated to a fantastic evening at the GSA Showstoppers event on Saturday 21st March in Godalming.

 

05/03/26 Godalming Baptist Church

Yesterday, we were delighted to be invited to Godalming Baptist Church to talk about the charity Purple Community Fund (PCF).

Joy gave a wonderful talk about Jane and the story behind how PCF was founded, as well as the many ways it now supports the community. Jennifer and Katrina also showcased the amazing bags and accessories made in the Philippines using donated ring pulls from the UK.

An incredible £270.00 was raised for the charity, and we were treated to a delicious roast dinner and a beautiful bunch of daffodils.

A heartfelt thank you to Sally and her team at Godalming Baptist Church for their kindness, generosity, and support.

02/03/26 Skillway Workshop

A great visit this morning for our President on behalf of the Repair Café.

It was inspiring to see young people getting creative with the support of the caring team at Skillway Workshops — a fantastic charity that aligns closely with what we do at the Repair Café.

Thank you Team Skillway.

05/03/26 Godalming Rotary Repair Cafe

Thank you to everyone who came along to the Repair Cafe - it was very well attended, so it was all hands on deck to look at such wide range of items needing some help!

We were thrilled to welcome Rotarian Suzan Walsh the District Environmental Lead and show her the amazing cafe in action

24/02/26 Godalming Rotary Litter Pick
 

Five members from our club were joined by another five members from The Rotary Club of Godalming Woolsack. Lunch at the The Ragged Robin, Godalming afterwards was thoroughly enjoyed and very much needed after all the hard work! Thank you to Katrina for arranging the event and thanks to all who came

20/02/26 Milford Brownies & Girl Guiides
 

A sunny and dry Sunday morning was spent helping direct parents to a safe drop off at Barrow Hills School. In total 167 Rainbows, Brownies and Girl Guides arrived from Godalming, Busbridge, Haslemere, Camelsdale, Chiddingfold and Milford.
Much fun was had and we were even treated to a sweet thank you gift including a Brownie Badge each.

20/02/26 Godalming Breakfast Meeting

Another local Company - DotOrigin.com has joined Godalming Rotary. They have been attending a number of our Breakfast Meetings over recent months and it is great to have them officially join us as Corporate Members.

We had a very interesting and inspiring talk by Laurence Smith about his adventures overcoming his fear of terrifying heights with a solo 540 mile trak along a mountain range for his disabled son and his carers.

We also learnt of his trek up Mount Kilimanjaro.

His journeys have been recorded in two books with the royalties being donated to his son's care home.

- Two Journeys - The Sign

- Two Journeys - Undiminished and Unforgotten

Alongside our guest speaker and the Corporate Membership induction of Dot Origin.com, it was great to meet Jay - Chef Director of Supper Dining & Events who joined us for the meeting.

His business is dedicated to providing exquisite dining experiences that surpass expectations. From events catering to private chef services, he specialises in delivering restaurant-quality food to your doorstep, using the finest local suppliers and farm shops. His two decades of experience in premium dining ensures they can bring culinary excellence to every occasion.

03/03/26 Zanzibar Schools Project Talk by Ann, Brighton Beachside Rotary Club

We had the pleasure of welcoming Ann Dieckmann from Brighton Beachside Rotary Club (a very active club, supporting lots of local initiatives) to talk about one of their main projects - raising funds (mainly through the sale of her art) and supporting the Zanzibar Schools Project.

27/01/26 District Govenor Visit

Godalming Rotary were thrilled for a visit by our District Governor: TJ Olatunji Olaleye today. He has 83 Clubs under his wing, so we were very honoured for him to share time with us.