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Club members take a stand at White Waltham...

10/9/2026

Maidenhead Rotary Club members were out and about at White Waltham Aero Club for the final classic car evening of the year.

President Maria Scavetta, together with fellow Rotarians Marsha Elms, Ron Walker and John Hudson, represented Maidenhead Rotary and had a wonderful time meeting members of the public, talking about the work of Rotary and, of course, admiring the collection of classic cars on display.

Raising money for Rotary Charities
The evening also raised £100 through a raffle. Every pound raised will help support Rotary charitable activities and projects, enabling us to continue making a difference both in our local community and further afield.

A warm welcome
The Maidenhead Rotary team received a very warm welcome from everyone at White Waltham Aero Club. The event provided an excellent opportunity to meet local people, explain what Rotary does and talk about some of the ways people can get involved. The combination of beautiful classic cars, the historic airfield and a wonderful community atmosphere made it a particularly enjoyable evening.

A successful evening, £100 raised and plenty of new conversations about Rotary – a great result for Maidenhead Rotary Club!

Thank you to everyone who supported us and to White Waltham Aero Club for making us so welcome.

Visiting Rotarians given a warm welcome...

10/9/2026

It was wonderful to welcome visitors to our Maidenhead Rotary Club meeting following our summer break. We enjoyed a relaxed and friendly lunchtime meeting, with a great opportunity to catch up with fellow Rotarians and share ideas about our ongoing work in the community.

We were particularly pleased to welcome Stuart Taylor, President of Langley and Ever Rotary Club, together with Neena and Ashok Vasudeva from Rotary Club of Delhi Qtab.

Having visitors from other Rotary clubs is always a highlight of our meetings. Rotary is a worldwide organisation, but it is the friendships and connections between individual clubs and their members that help make it so special.

Sharing Ideas and Fellowship
The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss our plans for the coming months, including our community activities (supporting Maidenhead Boundary Walk), fundraising, international projects and, importantly, our plans to attract new members. It was particularly encouraging to be reminded that, even as a smaller club at the moment, Maidenhead Rotary remains active and committed to supporting worthwhile causes both locally and internationally.

Rotary Is Better Together
We believe that Rotary clubs have much to gain by working together. Visiting other clubs gives us the chance to exchange ideas, learn from one another and build friendships that can lead to new opportunities to support our communities.

Our recent visit to Windsor St George Rotary Club was a great example of this. It was therefore especially pleasing to welcome Rotarians from other clubs to Maidenhead in return.

Come and Meet Us
Maidenhead Rotary is an active and friendly club, and we are always pleased to welcome visitors — whether you are already a Rotarian from another club or someone who is simply curious about what Rotary does.

We are currently looking for new members who would like to meet new people, enjoy fellowship and use their time, skills and enthusiasm to help others.

You don’t need to know anything about Rotary and there is no obligation to join. Simply come along, meet us and find out more.
Together, we can continue to make a difference in Maidenhead, Across the UK and Around the world.

Dolly Parton – the Rotary connection...

26/8/2026

Before she was "the Book Lady" to millions of children, Dolly Parton believed every child deserved the chance to fall in love with reading.

Through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, she collaborated with Rotary to expand access to books and support young readers, one story at a time. We were lucky enough to have her grace the Rotary stage in 2010.

Dolly, thank you for reminding us that literacy opens doors. Your generosity and optimism will inspire generations to come.

A warm Rotary welcome...

29/7/2026

Maria Scavetta, President of Maidenhead Rotary Club, recently had the pleasure of attending the Windsor St George Rotary Club meeting, hosted by President Gareth Richards.

It was also great to catch up with Ceri Davies from Windsor and Eton Rotary Club, making it an enjoyable evening of fellowship between neighbouring Rotary clubs.

Rotary is at its best when clubs come together to share ideas, strengthen friendships and support each other’s projects, and this meeting was an excellent example of that spirit.

The guest speaker, Alison Carpenter from Clewer & Dedworth Together CIC, gave an inspiring presentation about the work being undertaken to bring local people together through community events.

One of the highlights is the forthcoming Rock the Rec, on Sunday 30 August from 12.00 noon to 9.00 pm, celebrating five years of music, community and giving something back to Windsor.

The event promises a fantastic day of live music, entertainment, food, and family activities for the community – a wonderful example of volunteers and local organisations working together to create something that benefits everyone.

Representing the club at District Handover...

14/7/2026

On Friday evening, President Maria Scavetta and fellow Rotarian Ron Walker, were delighted to represent Maidenhead Rotary Club at the Rotary District 1090 Handover held at the beautiful Bisham Abbey.

The event brought together Rotarians from across the district to celebrate the end of one Rotary year and the beginning of another.

One of the highlights of the evening was the formal handover of the District Governor’s regalia from DG Neil to DGE Kalpana, marking the start of a new year of service and leadership.

They both said that it was a pleasure to meet and catch up with several Past District Governors, fellow Club Presidents and Rotarians from neighbouring clubs. These occasions are a wonderful reminder of the strength of Rotary’s fellowship and the shared commitment we all have to making a difference in our communities and around the world.

Following a delicious dinner, they enjoyed excellent entertainment from It’s a Swing Thing, which rounded off a thoroughly enjoyable evening in a fantastic setting.

Maria and Ron were proud to represent Maidenhead Rotary Club and returned inspired for the year ahead. They look forward to working with clubs across District 1090 and continuing to strengthen the friendships and partnerships that make Rotary so special.

President joins Thames Rotary Club's 40th anniversary...

20/6/2026

Members of Maidenhead Rotary Club (which recently celebrated its own Centenary) were delighted to join the celebrations marking the 40th anniversary of Maidenhead Thames Rotary Club’s charter at a special dinner held at The Bull, Bisham, on Thursday 19th June 2026.

Representing the club, President Maria Scavetta attended the event with her husband, Tony. They joined President Mark Loader and members of Maidenhead Thames Rotary Club for what proved to be a memorable and enjoyable evening.

The occasion was particularly significant as Maidenhead Thames Rotary Club is the daughter club of Maidenhead Rotary Club, making the milestone a proud moment for both organisations.

Throughout the evening, founder members shared their memories and experiences of establishing the club four decades ago. Their speeches provided a fascinating insight into the club’s history and achievements and were delivered in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that reflected the strong fellowship for which Rotary is renowned.

President Maria Scavetta said she was honoured to be invited to take part in the celebrations and to witness the warmth and camaraderie shared by members past and present. She remarked that it was inspiring to hear the stories of the founder members and to celebrate the enduring success of a club that continues to make a positive difference in the local community.

The dinner was a great success and provided a fitting tribute to the achievements of Maidenhead Thames Rotary Club over the past four decades.

Maidenhead Rotary Club extends congratulations to President Mark Loader and all members of Maidenhead Thames Rotary Club on this remarkable milestone and wishes them continued success for many years to come.

Wrapping up another successful Maidenhead Rotary Club Open Gardens 2026...

19/6/2026

A wonderful evening celebrating Maidenhead Rotary Open Gardens together with the amazing garden owners and volunteers.

Everyone was thanked for helping to make Maidenhead Rotary club Open gardens 2026 such a success 🌿🌹🌸

As one visitor so perfectly summed up:

"Every garden tells a story, every visitor makes a difference, and every ticket helps support our community."

Maidenhead Open Gardens – another blooming success!...

16/6/2026

Maidenhead Rotary Club’s Open Gardens 2026 proved to be another wonderful success, bringing together garden owners, volunteers, visitors and the local community for a memorable weekend of beautiful gardens, friendship and fundraising.

Over the weekend of Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June, visitors enjoyed exploring a diverse collection of private gardens across Maidenhead and the surrounding areas. This year’s event featured a delightful mix of both new and returning gardens, each offering something unique and inspiring for gardening enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.

We were particularly honoured to welcome the Mayor of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, Siân Adams, accompanied by her Consort, Tim Adams, who visited two of our participating gardens on Saturday. We were also delighted to welcome MP Joshua Reynolds, who visited two gardens on Sunday and met with garden owners, volunteers and visitors.

The event attracted both new visitors and many loyal supporters who return year after year. Visitors enjoyed not only the beautiful gardens but also cream teas, refreshments, arts and crafts, and the warm hospitality that has become a hallmark of Maidenhead Rotary Open Gardens.

None of this would be possible without the generosity of our garden owners who opened their gates to the public, our dedicated volunteers who gave their time so freely, and everyone who purchased tickets and supported the event.

Funds raised from this year’s Open Gardens will be distributed to our chosen charities, helping support important local and national causes and continuing Rotary’s commitment to serving the community.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone involved. The enthusiasm, support and community spirit shown throughout the weekend were truly remarkable.

Although we are still celebrating the success of this year’s event, planning has already begun for Maidenhead Rotary Open Gardens 2027. We look forward to making next year’s event even bigger and better, welcoming more gardens, more visitors and raising even more for charity.

Thank you for helping make Maidenhead Rotary Open Gardens 2026 such a special success.

Core values of Rotary...

8/6/2026

Today we celebrate 100 years...!

2/6/2026

On 2nd June 1926, Maidenhead Rotary Club received its Charter. Today, exactly 100 years later, we proudly celebrate a century of service, friendship and community impact.

For 100 years our members have lived Rotary’s motto of 'Service Above Self', supporting local causes, helping those in need and making a difference across Maidenhead and beyond.

To mark this special occasion, visit our Centenary Exhibition from 4th to 11th June at:

Maidenhead Library
St. Ives Road
Maidenhead SL6 1QU

Explore historic photographs, memorable moments and the story of 100 years of service to our community.

Thank you to all members, past and present, and to everyone who has supported us throughout the years.

Here’s to our first 100 years – and the next 100 to come!