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Tom Knowlton Challenge – 2026
On Tuesday, 13th October, the Rotary Club of Towcester, partners and Friends got together at the SRA in Silverstone to contest the Tom Knowlton Cup. This annual event in the name of the late Tom Knowlton, a member of the Club, who donated a cup and instigated an evening of games. It was initially between the men of the Rotary Club and the ladies of the Inner Wheel, but as the IW has disbanded it is now between the ‘boys’ and ‘girls’. The winning team being responsible for organising the next year’s contest.
The evening started with a jacket potato and chilly followed by a fruit cocktail and cream. Then 24 ‘boys and girls’ took part contesting a number of games including skittles, bagatelle, dominoes, shut the box, shove ha’ penny and Jenga. The latter leading to an extremely tension filled game in which the ‘tower’ reached over 2’ tall.
In a tightly fought contest the evening concluded by the ‘boys’ winning by 1 point and therefore responsible for organising the 2027 contest.
This is an example of how Rotarians relax and enjoy fellowship and a good get together, preparing for a busy period over Christmas and the New Year.
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WELCOME - The Rotary Club of Towcester welcomes their newest potential member, Dr Stewart Tolley PhD, Deputy Mayor of Towcester and a lecturer at the University of Oxford. Seen here being welcomed by President Stef. for further information on membership send an email to secretary@towcester-rotary.org.uk
Rtn Conrad Dower - President Elect
Presidential Hand-over 2026/27
On a very warm July evening, the Handover Ceremony of Presidents occurred in the Saracens Head Hotel, with over 30 members and guests witnessing the change from President Rtn John Sidwick to our new President, Rtn Steph Jones and the promotion of Rtn Conrad Dower to the position of President Elect. Unfortunately, due to illness, Rtn Steph was not present but will receive her ‘Presidential Jewel’ upon her return.
At the same meeting two Paul Harris Fellowships were awarded to Rtn Paul Wychgel and Hon Rtn Stephen Challen for services in the Community. Rtn Paul manages the Towcester Farmers’ Market and the Youth Committee and is closely involved with the youth in the community. Hon Rtn Stephen received the award for his services in the support of medical aid to the Ukraine. He has been responsible for raising monies to purchase 9 ambulances and has sent over 30 tonnes of medical equipment and associated medical supplies to the country. The Rotary Club of Towcester supports Stephen in his endeavours by supplying manpower for loading and financial support when required.
There were a number of Rotarian dignitaries in attendance including District Governor Rtn Dawn Denton and Assistant Governor Rtn Jackie Brame. In addition, Cllr Stewart Tolley of WNC and Towcester Councils was also present.
The evening included a round up of the Club activities over the past 12 months. It was evident that the Club is very active within the community, concentrating on the younger elements as well as maintaining its commitment to our international projects.
If you would like to know more about the Rotary Club of Towcester and what it does for the community, then please accept our invitation to attend one of our meetings and meet members without any obligation. The Club meets on a Thursday evening at the Saracens Hotel in Towcester. For further information send an email to secretary@towcester-rotary.org.uk.
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