Completed meetings and events 2021-2022
Wed 29th June 2022 From Master Forgers to $1M Paintings
Dr Nicholas Eastaugh (Chris Eastaugh's brother) will tell us about using science to study the secrets of art. Steward: Keith RogersWed 22nd June 2022 PRESIDENTIAL HANDOVER
After a great year, President Steve will hand over the chain of office to Richard Beer. We will share a Chinese banquet at Han Court, Fremington. This will be a partners evening, but numbers are limited so get your names down early!Thu 16th June 2022 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 15th June 2022 North Devon Hospice
Hospice Chief Executive Stephen Roberts will talk about plans for the next twelve months. The Hospice has been President Steve's charity this year. Steward: Steve RoachWed 8th June 2022 Fun Sports Evening at The Bell Inn, Chittlehampton
Pub games and good food at this well known local venue. Partners EveningWed 1st June 2022 CLUB ASSEMBLY
Preceeded by Club Council at 6:15 pm. Incoming President Richard Beer will set out his plans for the next twelve months. Steward: Nigel McWilliamSun 29th May 2022 Sunday Breakfast!
Or should that be Sunday Brunch! To welcome Nigel McWilliam back from the winter sunshine of Florida we are going to join him for Sunday breakfast at Saunton Golf Club.Wed 25th May 2022 Let's Work Together
Geoff Triggs from Braunton Caen Rotary Club will run through several local projects that would benefit from collaboration between Rotary Clubs. Steward: Tim NeveThu 19th May 2022 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 18th May 2022 North Devon Voluntary Services
Karen Evans, the chief officer of NDVS will tell us about their fine work in the area. Steward: Roger MillsTue 17th May 2022 FALCONS GYMNASTICS ACADEMY
A chance to see some of their talented gymnasts in action. Fish and chip supper afterwards at The Pelican, for those who wish to do so.Wed 11th May 2022 FUTURE FUNDRAISING - Change of time and venue
Meet in the Trophy Area at Saunton Golf Club to discuss this important topic. Food available.Wed 4th May 2022 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING followed by CLUB AGM
Steward: Andrew HunterWed 27th April 2022 BARNSTAPLE IN BLOOM
This local event made a welcome return last year and Frances Bell will tell us how it went and about the plans for this year. Steward: David HuntThu 21st April 2022 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 20th April 2022 Young Lives vs Cancer
Stephanie Parker will speak about this new charity, formerly called CLIC Sargent. Steward: Chris HaywoodWed 13th April 2022 South West Blood Bikes
Area coordinator STEVE HOLTON will tell us about this important local service. Steward: Ralph GordonWed 6th April 2022 Coastal Garden Festival
Mike deHavilland will tell us about this new, exciting local event being organised by Ilfracombe Compass Rotary Club. Steward: Mark FowlerSat 2nd April 2022 ENVIRONMENTAL WEEKEND
Our first BEACH CLEAN of the year. Details of actual timings shortly.Wed 30th March 2022 Policing the Palace of Westminster
Richard Carder will tell us about some of the highlights of his time there. Steward: Chris EastaughWed 23rd March 2022 Planning a major Royal Wedding Broadcast for ITV
Malcolm Smith will recall some memories from his 35 career with ITN. Steward: Eddie DymondFri 18th March 2022 SPRING QUIZ NIGHT
At the Barnstaple Social Club in St George's Road.Thu 17th March 2022 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Thu 10th March 2022 BLINDFOLD SKITTLES
At the United Services Bowling Club. PARTNERS EVENING. Steward: Andy DaviesWed 2nd March 2022 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceeded by Club Council at 6:15 pm. Steward: Grahame DavidsonWed 2nd March 2022 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceeded by Club Council at 6:15 pm. Steward: Grahame DavidsonWed 23rd February 2022 Get On Top Of Your Energy Bills
Former (possibly returning) member Nick Parry will tell us how this can be done. We are at the United Services Bowling Club tonight, at 7:00 pm. Steward: Martin ChamberlainThu 17th February 2022 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 16th February 2022 Valentine's Night Meal
At The Stag's Head, Filleigh. PARTNERS EVENING.Wed 9th February 2022 MIKE BEAGLEY
Mike will talk about Barnstaple Falcons Gymnastic Academy. Steward: Brian BurgessWed 2nd February 2022 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceeded by Club Council at 6:15 pm. Steward: Peter BunchWed 26th January 2022 Security at Glastonbury Festival - ZOOM Meeting
Tony Malloy will tell us about the trials and tribulations of security at this massive public event.Thu 20th January 2022 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 19th January 2022 PETER BUNCH
Peter will give his "Black Spot" talk. Steward: John BracherThu 13th January 2022 ELLA McCANN
This evening we meet at the United Services Bowling Club. Ella McCann from ‘One Barnstaple’ will be our ‘not to be missed’ speaker for the evening. Steward: Phil BoadenWed 5th January 2022 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceeded by Club Council at 6:15 pm. Steward: Lew BaglowThu 16th December 2021 Memories Are Made of This Christmas Party
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers. This month we have the MAMOT CHRISTMAS PARTY!Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 15th December 2021 Last Meeting of the Year
Come and enjoy a special three course meal and a good social evening.Mon 13th December 2021 Senior Citizen's Christmas Party
Our annual event for senior citizen's at the Barnstaple Hotel.Thu 9th December 2021 Calvert Trust Visit
Time to be confirmed. We've been invited for a site tour and a short talk. Coffee and light refreshments will be available. Names to Ralph as soon as possible.Sun 5th December 2021 Christmas Lunch
This popular annual event at The Commodore. Cost £27.50 per head. Names to Eddie as soon as possible.Wed 1st December 2021 Christmas Memories
Humorous recollections. A Zoom meeting this evening as there is no room at the Inn for us!Wed 24th November 2021 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceeded by Club Council at 6:30 pm. Steward: Richard SmithThu 18th November 2021 Inner Wheel Supper and Quiz Night
At United Services Bowls Club. A fun evening plus good food. We've promised to enter some teams from Link.Thu 18th November 2021 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 17th November 2021 Visit of District Governor
We welcome our District Governor, Michael Champion. Steward: Hassan ShenavarThu 11th November 2021 RACE NIGHT
After a few years rest we're bringing back our popular Race Night at Barnstaple Rugby Club.Tue 2nd November 2021 Lunchtime Get-together at United Services Bowls Club
Another change of time and venue! A chance to talk about a number of issues in a relaxed atmosphere.Wed 27th October 2021 Andrew Hunter
Andrew will give his "Black Spot" talk. Some serious name dropping this evening, he used to advise the Prince of Wales!Thu 21st October 2021 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 20th October 2021 Cannabis!
Ryan Allen will tell us about the CBD Oils his local business supplies. Steward: Keith RogersWed 13th October 2021 NO MEETING TONIGHT
Quiz tomorrow!Tue 12th October 2021 Rotary Club of Aberdeen
A Zoom meeting to swap experiences with our friends from Aberdeen Rotary Club.Wed 6th October 2021 Lunch at the Park Hotel
A new venue and a new time! Partners welcome. Names to Ralph please. Steward: Tim NeveWed 29th September 2021 INTER ROTARY CLUB SPORTS NIGHT
We take on Braunton Caen in an evening of pub type sports. The venue is Braunton Cricket Club (First Field Lane, Braunton, EX33 1ES).Wed 22nd September 2021 NO EVENING MEETING
We are visiting the Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon this afternoon.Wed 22nd September 2021 Visit to the MUSEUM OF BARNSTAPLE AND NORTH DEVON
A visit to this newly renovated building with it's many incredible collections and visual displays of our local history. Admission to the Museum is free. Tea at 4:00 pm at the nearby Tea on the Taw.Sun 19th September 2021 PHIL'S WALK
Meet Phil in the National Trust car park at Heddon's Mouth for a level walk of about 3 miles. Lunch at Hunter's Inn.Thu 16th September 2021 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 15th September 2021 GAY ROSS
Gay will tell us about her recently published book "Luigi". The book is based on her father's experiences as an escaped POW in World War II. Steward: Roger MillsWed 8th September 2021 RALPH'S PRESIDENT'S NIGHT ~ THE FULLAM RESTAURANT
We will enjoy "The Fortune Banquet" to celebrate Ralph's presidency. £35 per head. PARTNERS EVENING. Steve has circulated full details by email.Wed 1st September 2021 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceded by Club Council at 18:30. Steward: Nigel McWilliamWed 25th August 2021 NO EVENING MEETING
We are visiting Marwood Hill Gardens this afternoon.Wed 25th August 2021 A visit to MARWOOD HILL GARDENS
An afternoon visit to these famous gardens. Admission £6 (for over 60's). Refreshments available in the tearoom.Thu 19th August 2021 Bowls and Afternoon Tea
Arranged by Andy and Liz Davies and Keith Rogers.Thu 19th August 2021 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 18th August 2021 NO MEETING
No meeting this Wednesday, as we are playing bowls and taking tea tomorrow afternoon - very civilised!Sun 15th August 2021 CRICKET MATCH IN MEMORY OF PAST PRESIDENT JOHN SILVER
At Instow Cricket Club In support of John's Charity - Children's Hospice South West. Play commences at 2:00 pm, finishing at approximately 5:30. Teas will be served throughout the afternoon.Wed 11th August 2021 NIGEL McWILLIAM
A "Black Spot" evening. Nigel will tell us about a few of his life's highlights. Steward: Andrew HunterWed 4th August 2021 CLUB BUSINESS MEETING
Preceded by Club Council at 18:30. Steward: David HuntWed 21st July 2021 CLUB ASSEMBLY
Our first (Boris permitting) face-to-face meeting. Preceeded by Club Council at 6:30 pm. ADG Lyn Winters will attend. Steward: Eddie DymondThu 15th July 2021 Memories Are Made of This
Our monthly session for those living with Dementia and their carers.Memories Are Made of This holds a Quality Assurance Mark awarded by Devon Memory Cafe Consortium read more...
Wed 14th July 2021 Life as a Marine at Instow
Tony Maund, a retired Marine, will tell us about his experiences.Thu 8th July 2021 Appledore Book Festival
Pat Glover from Ilfracombe will tell us about her involvement with the Appledore Book Festival and in particular the schools programme.Wed 7th July 2021 NO MEETING TONIGHT
Meeting postponed until tomorrow evening.Fri 2nd July 2021 GOLF DAY
Our popular annual Golf Day.