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Visitors having fun with the traditional games
Events

Highworth Market Celebrates History on September 26, 2026

Highworth and District Lions are proud to support the Highworth Historical Market, offering traditional games for all to enjoy and a lively raffle to raise funds for local charities.

David HazellService Secretary
Volunteer Opportunities with the Lions
Appeals

Community Volunteer Opportunities with the Lions Club

Ever thought it would be good to volunteer and make a real difference in the community. The Highworth and District Lions are looking for volunteers that can help with Youth Programs and Fundraising.

Eoli Pieri
Brian with the Melvin Jones award and the Mayor
Club News

Our longest-serving member, Brian Bradbury Pratt, celebrates his 100th birthday

Our longest-serving member, Brian Bradbury Pratt, celebrates his 100th birthday on Thursday, 24 September 2026.

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Seniors board the coach at Newburgh Place
Community Support

Highworth Seniors Enjoy Memorable Day Trip to Weston-super-Mare

Monday 7th September - Fifty-seven seniors from Highworth set off on a delightful day out to Weston-super-Mare, organised by Highworth and District Lions Club.

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A delightful afternoon and delicious cream tea with the WI
Community Support

Frieda Cox – Her generosity and community service lives on.

This gathering honours the tradition begun by the much loved Frieda, and sustaining this special occasion in her memory means a great deal to the group

David Hazell

In brief

Presenting the cheque

Highworth Lions donate to Wiltshire air Ambulance

Sue Subow
Wheelchair track event

The Bob Cook Games for disability athletes

Norman Little
Lucy's Silver DoE Award

Lucy’s Story: Resilience and Progress

Sue Subow
Normal Little

Presidents Club Lions Review 2025-2026

Norman Little
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Our Charity Shop Volunteers
Events

Highworth Lions 53rd Charter Evening Dinner.

On June 27th 2026 we hosted the 53rd Charter Evening Dinner with over 40 attendees including the incoming and outgoing District Governors, our volunteers from the Lions Charity Shop and many more.

Norman Little
Sustainable fashion on the catwalk
Community Support

Highworth Lions Support "CATWALK FOR CREATION"

Thanks to volunteers for supporting “Catwalk for Creation” at St Michael’s Church on 11 June. The Lions Charity Shop supplied sustainable clothing, showing you can look great on a budget

David Hazell
Volunteer week
Community Support

🙌 Hands up if you know why this week has been so special?

A whole week celebrating the amazing people who give their time to help others and support communities. At Highworth and District Lions Club, we couldn’t do what we do without our wonderful volunteers

Sue Subow
Defib at Highworth Cemetery
Community Support

Another 24-hour public-access defibrillator is now installed at Highworth Cemetery Church.

Highworth and District Lions and Highworth Town Council celebrate the installation of another new community defibrillator at the Highworth Cemetery.

Sue Subow
CAP promotion
Community Support

Supporting the Highworth & District Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Job Club.

Highworth Lions support funding of the local CAP Job Club. With rising costs, the charity has found it increasingly difficult to continue this vital work without extra financial backing.

David Hazell
Registration
Community Support

Prostate-Specific-Antigen “PSA” screening event

On 25 April 2026, the Highworth and Lechlade Lions jointly organised a Prostate-SpecificAntigen “PSA” screening event in partnership with the charity CHAPS.

David Hazell
Highworth Lions and Highworth Town Council
Community Support

New Defibrillator Installed in Barra Close

A public-access defibrillator funded by club fundraising is now in place in Highworth Barra Close, available around the clock.

David Hazell
Showing the Award
Club News

The Highworth and District Lions nominate Gloucester House for the Pride of Swindon awards

The Highworth and District Lions are pleased to have nominated Gloucester House for the Pride of Swindon awards. On March 5th they received their award at the Double Tree Inn Swindon.

Sue Subow
Two children form Cirencester College
Community Support

Highworth Lions Support Swindon 105.5 Saturday Club

Highworth Lions Club has stepped up to back Swindon 105.5’s Saturday Club, a vital initiative offering fun, learning, and companionship for disadvantaged children across the area.

David Hazell
Highworth Mayor Official Opening
Community Support

Barra Close Play Park

The Highworth and District Lions contribute to redevelopment of the Barra Close Play Park site and together with the Wrde Up Committee, sponsor purchase and placement of Benches to enhance the site.

David Hazell

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