What membership adds

A regular social anchor

The monthly Coffee Morning is the club's most popular gathering. It gives members a dependable date in the calendar and a place to bring a friend, a question or a piece of news. Around it, the club organises lunches, evening dinners, bar nights, movie nights and cultural gatherings.

Groups built around interests

• Book groups and reading conversations.
• Foreign language conversation groups.
• Walks, golf and other outdoor activities.
• Meet ups for parents with babies and young children.
• Craft, patchwork and handmade projects.
• Charity action groups and project support.

Not every group runs every year. The programme reflects the interests of the current membership, so new members can propose something that is missing.

Local knowledge

Members share recommendations for local services, from dentists and schools to repair shops and day trips. That informal knowledge is often the most useful benefit for a newcomer.

The newsletter and member offers

Members receive the club newsletter, which carries the calendar, board updates and charity news. In past years the club has also negotiated member offers and discounts with local businesses; the office can confirm what is currently available.

A route into charity

Members can volunteer at the annual bazaar, join a charity action group, help review proposals or support the foundation's events. The club does not require every member to volunteer, but it makes the route easy for those who want to.