Ashbourne & District Lions Club        

HAITI APPEAL                             23rd Jan 2010

Lions and Friends of Lions were out collecting in town and out for the Haitian Earthquake Appeal. Thanks to the generosity of the public we have been able to send over £2200.
All funds raised have been sent to Lions Clubs International and will be used both for immediate support and longer term aid through the Lions Clubs of Haiti and neighbouring islands.
Thanks go to the people of Ashbourne for their generous upport.

Football Sponsorship                   2009/11

Lions have recently donated £600 to Ashbourne Town Footbal Club to sponsor kit for the two years, 2009/11.The strip will be used by the Ladies Team who are currently 2nd in the Derbyshire Ladies Football League.

Late Night Shopping                                                Friday 11th Dec 2009

Lions were out in force supporting the late night shopping event and raising over £500 for charity funds by the sale of Roast Pork Cobs. This year the pork legs were all pre-cooked: our traditional spit having become problematic.
Thanks to the public for their continued support and special thanks go to Gravelly Bank Meats for their supply of sausages.
Our ladies also raised over £300 for Rainbow Hospice from their hamper raffle.

Special Needs                                                        20th, 21st and 22nd Nov 2009

14students from Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Ashbourne, spent the weekend at Lea Green Activities Centre, sponsored by the club and with support from the Derbyshire Community Foundation.
These special needs students enjoyed a range of activities including a night walk ; kayaking, ; bowling. A few faced the challenge of sleeping outside in tents.
On the Sunday morning, as the weather slowly deteriorated the students went out into the woods and prepared a "North American Indian" breakfast on an open fire lit by flints. One brave Lions survived the rain to taste the frybread and the students enjoyed a chilli stew with sweet potato and squash . Well done all the students who survived the weather and the staff who gave up their weekend.

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Preparing the chilli                                Peeling the sweet potatoes                               Lighting the fire


24th Charter Anniversary Celebration             Saturday 21st Nov 2009

Celebrating our 24th anniversary since the formation of the club 110 members, friends & guests joined us at the Bentley Brook Inn, Fenney Bentley, Ashbourne, for a dinner and dance. Sadly, our President, Peter Worboys, was unable to attend as he had undergone an operation the previous day. Vice President Phill Rosenbrock and Peter's wife, Pauline, stood in his place. Heavy rain almost caused the absence of our District Governor who got caught in the Tissington ford!! Pictured below is immediate Past President Martin Spencer who was presented with a Melvin Jones fellowship by District governor Lion Margaret Erentraut.






"Children in Need          20th & 21st Nov 2009

Lions and Friends of Lions were out collecting in town and out for Children in Need. Thanks to the generosity of the public we raised over £3000

"Ashbourne Half" Marathon and Fun Run          Sunday 13th Sept 2009

Another beautiful day for the runners who enjoyed a perfect morning with cool, dry weather.

                                 

Fun run winner was Jamie McIlroy, centre, with 2 nd David Narborough and 3rd Robert Farr.

Almost 180 runners competed in a beautiful scenic half marathon course into Dovedale. Male winner was Paul Mannion of Ashbourne and leading lady was Christine Howard of Matlock RC.
Over 240 runners joined in the Fun Run.

For full results for both races go to On Line Race Results.

The funds raised this year will be donated to the Derbyshire Dales Volunteer Centre .

"Bike Ride Winner                                              Aug 2009

Congratulations to Michael Doyle for being the greatest fund raiser in the Bike Ride at Darley Moor (see below). Michael raised £200 in sponsorship for his efforts. The cash raised is split between Lions Charities and St. Oswald's Church organ appeal.
Thanks to Halfords in Ashbourne, the providers of the prize bike.

Handover Night                                              29th June 2009

Members, partners & friends celebrated the handover of office at the end of the Lions year. After an enjoyable dinner at the Bentley Brook Inn the incoming President Peter Worboys (pictured) thanked outgoing President Martin Spencer for another successful year and set out his aims for a fun filled new year with increased membership. He would especially love to gain more lady members.

SocialSide                                              15th June 2009

Not all Lions activities involve fund raiding or welfare work. After the last committee meetings of each year we go out for our own enjoyment!!

        


Bike Ride                                    14th June 2009

Pupils from 5 local primary schools together with parents and friends took the opportunity to raise funds for their schools and for Lions in a sponsored bike ride. The Darley Moor Race Circuit was a safe venue for riders of all ages. 40 sponsored riders hope to raise over £850 for Lions and nominated charities.

        


Air Ambulance Support                                                           June 2009

As noted below, Ashbourne & District Lions raised funds for the local air ambulance services from the Ashbourne Half & Fun Run. At the Christmas Pig Roast our ladies hamper proceeds also were for this cause. As our district is covered by both the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance and the Midlands Air Ambulance we decided to add to the total raised and donated £1000 to each service. The Air Ambulance Services rely on charity donations to opperate.
The photo shows President Martin & wife Sandy with Capt. Tinkler Rose and Sqdn. Ldr./Dr. Bob Tipping of the DLRAA.

Aber Valley Male Voice Choir                                    15th Nov 2008

We enjoyed a superb concert by the Aber Valley Male Voice Choir at St. Oswald's Church. As usual we welcomed a large supportive audience and a wonderful performance by soprano Siriol Burford. After the "formal " programme the choir and friends moved to the church hall for supper and further entertainment by groups and individuals singing and story telling. A great evening.




Golf Day                  20th June 2008

Our thanks go to Ashbourne Golf Club, the venue for our annual charity golf match. The winning team was Coates & Co with 98 points: 2nd Manheim Auctions with 95 points and 3rd Alan Dyers Tail Gunners with 88
The photo shows none of these but is magical!

We also wish to thank our sponsors who made the day such a success
The event raised £900 for our charity fund.

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