Rotary and Charity Work

Gerry has been a Rotarian for over 40 years. Initially as a founding member and President of the Easthampstead Rotary Club in Berkshire, then as member of Rotary Clubs in Antibes and Roquefort les Pins in France, before returning to the UK and settling in Dorset where he actively participated in Rotary Clubs in Ferndown, Poole Bay, Wimborne and Christchurch.

He has always been keen to support Rotary activities in the UK and around the world, giving help and encouragement to the young, elderly and those less fortunate in our society. 

Gerry is helping the Christchurch Rotary Club with The Wishing Well Walk for local charities. This family event takes place in May 2024 from the Cliffhanger in Highcliffe to Mudeford Quay.  See https://www.dorsetwalks.co.uk/highcliffe-to-mudeford-quay-walk/

Gerry was previously involved in the Poole Bay Rotary Club’s Heritage Lottery funded project that celebrated 150 years of Poole Maritime history

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As a member of Wimborne Rotary Club, Gerry was involved in a number of activities, including the annual Santa Fun Run and fund raising events to promote Shelter Boxes and the work of Rotary in the local community.

In addition, Gerry organised a Charity Dinner Jazz evening for Poole Hospital and a Young Environmentalist competition to create greater awareness of local environmental issues.

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