Church Wilne Rotary welcomed District Governor Martyn Bye, who had joined us as a Marshall at the Horse Ride, to its recent 14^th Annual Horse ride Presentation Evening, at Trent Lock Golf Club. A wonderful carvery meal was enjoyed by all.

Joining us on the night were sponsors, landowners, farmers and guests who have played a valued role in supporting our event this year, as well as representatives from our 3 charities.

The club presented three cheques totalling £6,300 to: John Bown representing Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance and Children's Air Ambulance and Tim Spalding, Trustee and Operational Team Member from Derby Mountain Rescue, whose team helped Marshall the event and provided essential first aid support.

Cheryl Morris who is the Community Relationships Manager for the Treetops Hospice Care, who with her team also marshalled our event, could not be with us and the cheque will be presented later.

Our Sergeant at Arms, Rotarian Martin Dowey, raised funds for our charity box by fining members for minor misdemeanours such as: too long an introduction to the evenings proceedings, inability to find their table, arriving late due to drinks purchases, not knowing who Peppa Pig is, wearing ties when the dress code was smart casual, forgetting ones Derby County season ticket, the list went on.

If you wish to know more about Church Wilne Rotary and how the members aim to make a difference in the local community or for more information on Rotary, our speaker evenings, events and the main activities organised by our club please contact our Secretary, David Hewitt at: rccw1220@gmail.com.

Dr John A Cook
For Church Wilne Rotary