WOKINGHAM LIONS CLUB
Ordinary people doing extraordinary things
What Do Wokingham Lions Do?
We run numerous fund-raising events throughout the year, including:
#Woky Comedy Nights at the Wokingham Theatre
The Wokingham Classic Motor Show
Last year we raised over £70,000, while the events we organised helped charities raise at least another £55,000 for themselves. We donate most of the money we raise to support local charities, partly through our Golden Awards scheme, but we also support families and individuals facing hardship.
We also donate around 10% to worldwide disaster relief and global causes via Lions Club International Foundation.
We provide services to the local community through projects like Message in a Bottle, ReTec, Recycled For Sight, Child Sight UK and Lions Share. We also support other charities, fellow Lions Clubs and fund-raisers with their activities whenever we can.
Finally, we have fun doing it and organise great social activities for our members.
Learn more about our club here.
Latest News
That's TV Thames Valley interviewed our own Andy Slay about The Wokingham Walk last week, talking about how the event started and why he's now handing over organisation of it to fellow Lion Karl Boddy.
The next Wokingham Walk will be on Sunday 18th October.
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🎠 Wokingham May Fayre: Two Weeks to Go! 🎠
Dust off your sun hats and get ready for one of the biggest highlights of the year! The Wokingham Lions Club May Fayre is just two weeks away, and the excitement is building!
Whether you’re here for the Live Entertainment (always a crowd favourite!), the Morris Dancers, the Children's Zoo or simply to browse over 150 stalls with local traders & charities – or find a delicious bite to eat – it’s going to be a Bank Holiday Monday to remember.
Don’t miss a single performance or your favorite stall! The Official Event Programme is NOW AVAILABLE. Get yours to find:
– A full map of the stalls and activities.
– The schedule for live music and entertainment.
– Details on the local charities your visit is helping to support.
You can find the programme here: wokinghamlions.org.uk/mayfayre
📅 The Essentials:
– When: Bank Holiday Monday, May 4th
– Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
– Where: Wokingham Town Centre & Elms Field
– Cost: FREE entry
Tag the friends you’re bringing along in the comments! Who’s ready for the funfair? 🎢🍦
#WokinghamMayFayre #WokinghamLions #MayBankHoliday #WokinghamEvents #FamilyDayOut #SupportLocal #BerkshireLife #MayFayre2026 #lovewokingham
🏎️ Start Your Engines, Wokingham! 🏎️
The countdown is officially on! In exactly two months, Elms Field will be humming with the sound of vintage engines and the shine of polished chrome at the Wokingham Classic Motor Show 2026!
Whether you’re a die-hard petrolhead, a lover of vintage aesthetics, or just looking for the perfect family day out, the Wokingham Classic Motor Show is the place to be. Wokingham Lions Club are bringing together some of the finest classic cars, bikes, and unique vehicles from across the region – and it's free to enter!
📅 Save the Date: Saturday, June 20th
Don't let this one cruise past you! Open up your calendar right now and make a note of the date. 🗓️✍️ You can add it to your Facebook calendar here Wokingham Classic Motor Show 2026
#wokinghammotorshow #classiccars #WokinghamEvents #lovewokingham #VintageCars #SaveTheDate #MotorShow2026 #BerkshireEvents #CarEnthusiast
Thank you to everyone who took part in todays Wokingham Walk – we had over 500 walkers out in the glorious spring sunshine!
The event will raise funds for Wokingham Lions to use to support local charities – but many of our walkers today were out supporting charities that were close to their hearts, including:
ABC to read
Thames Valley Air Ambulance
Autism Berkshire
Dementia UK
First Days Children's Charity
Me2 Club
Ollie Young Foundation
Parenting Special Children
Phyllis Tuckwell, Hospice Care
SUDEP Action: Making every epilepsy death count
Sue Ryder
Thames Hospice
Wokingham Pride
Congratulations to everyone who was out supporting so many good causes!
Our Autumn event will be on Sunday 18th October!
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The Wokingham Walk is open! You can register on the day up to 10:30am in Elms Field!
Details at wokinghamlions.org.uk/walk
#WokinghamWalk
Coming on The Wokingham Walk this Sunday 19th April?
Nuffield Health will open their doors for you to enjoy a relaxing Sauna, Swim or a chill in their Steam Room when you’re done!
wokinghamlions.org.uk/walk
#WokinghamWalk
The wait is over – The Wokingham Walk is happening tomorrow, Sunday 19th April, and we’d love to see as many of you there as possible! Whether you're coming for the fresh air, the great company, or to support a fantastic cause, it’s set to be a brilliant day out.
A huge thank you to all our amazing supporters, volunteers, and local partners who’ve helped make this event possible. Tesco and Morrisons have donated food & drink, Ollie Young Foundation are helping out on the course, Nuffield Health are offering saunas and Clifton Ingram are our main event sponsor. Your time, effort, and generosity mean everything 🙌
You can get details and sign up here to avoid the registration queue wokinghamlions.org.uk/walk – or you can register from 9am-10:30am in Elms Field in Wokingham town centre.
Don’t forget to bring your comfy shoes, a smile, and maybe a friend or two!
Let’s come together, enjoy the walk, and make it a day to remember. See you there!
#WokinghamWalk #CommunitySpirit #ThankYou #GetWalking
🚶♀️Perfect weather for The Wokingham Walk this Sunday 19th April!
🚶🏻♂️Would you like to join one of Wokingham Lions Club's 5, 10 or 15 mile routes around Wokingham? You can walk for fun or get sponsored to support a cause close to your heart. All of the details are at wokinghamlions.org.uk/walk – sign up now to avoid registering on the day!
#WokinghamLions #WeServe #WalkingForCharity #WokinghamWalk #WokinghamEvents #LoveWokingham #GetWalking
Don’t forget this month’s Super Draw in the Wokingham Borough Community Lottery – our Nintendo Switch 2 bundle is a fantastic prize that’s perfect for families and gamers alike – with Pokémon Pokopia, Pragmata and a full set of accessories included, it really is the ultimate gaming bundle. And with the £1,000 cash alternative, there’s something for everyone. All while supporting the work of Wokingham Lions Club!
Remember – if you Refer a Friend, you'll both receive an entry into our £200 monthly prize draw!
Enter here: wokinghamlions.org.uk/lottery
#wokinghamlions #WeServe #wokingham
Wokingham Lions Club recently made two donations of £6000 each to local charities at one of our club meetings.
Here you can see our President Gareth presenting cheques to Alex from Berkshire Women's Aid and Sandy from Wade.
If you'd like to help raise funds for local charities why not become a Lion? Take a look here: wokinghamlions.org.uk/getinvolved
#wokingham #WeServe #wokinghamlions
🚶♀️We've been out checking the routes for the The Wokingham Walk this Sunday 19th April – and the bluebells are looking lovely!
🚶🏻♂️Would you like to join one of Wokingham Lions Club's 5, 10 or 15 mile routes around Wokingham? You can walk for fun or get sponsored to support a cause close to your heart. All of the details are at wokinghamlions.org.uk/walk
#WokinghamLions #WeServe #WalkingForCharity #WokinghamWalk #WokinghamEvents #LoveWokingham #GetWalking
At our March business meeting we were pleased to welcome Jane Holmes CEO of Building for the Future Wokingham – Play, Support & Therapy a charity organisation offering facilities for children with P.M.L.D. (Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties). Currently at ‘Our House’ in Wokingham the organisation was initiated by parents, like herself, aware of sparse facilities available for their children’s needs.
Opened in 2014 by Prince Edward and the Countess of Wessex, Building for the Future has thrived, their motto being, ‘committed to creating an inclusive environment where children with disabilities and additional needs can thrive’. BftF has plans to soon move to new larger premises in Thames Valley Business Park. Independently run, Building for the Future offers services free of charge with a personal touch – playgroups, Saturday Clubs, Stay and Play Holiday Clubs with, ‘BftF Plus’ offering social activities for young people aged 18-25year olds. With opportunity for questions and comments the group applauded and thanked Jane for her time.
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🚶♀️It’s just ONE week until The Wokingham Walk on Sunday 19th April!
🚶🏻♂️Would you like to join one of Wokingham Lions Club's 5, 10 or 15 mile routes around Wokingham? You can walk for fun or get sponsored to support a cause close to your heart. All of the details are at wokinghamlions.org.uk/walk
#WokinghamLions #WeServe #WalkingForCharity #WokinghamWalk #WokinghamEvents #LoveWokingham #GetWalking
Great to see Wokingham Repair Café, which we supported with a Golden Award, celebrating its second birthday! Congratulations!
#WokinghamLions #lovewokingham
Recently Wokingham Lions Club members enjoyed an informative visit to Wokingham Foodbank in Winnersh.
Manager Annette gave a comprehensive picture of how the food bank has grown and their vision, ‘Working towards the day we can remove the need for food banks, one client at a time’. Initially founded in Autumn 2013 through the church community the food bank moved from small premises in Rose Street to Broad Street Walk and then to Reading Road, Winnersh with another branch conveniently near to Citizens Advice in Wokingham. In 2016 the food bank became a registered charity, also joining the Trussell Trust who oversee food networks. Always trying to lessen the many myths often associated with food banks Annette spoke of their mission, ‘We exist to provide emergency food and practical support for local people experiencing food insecurity. Working together to ensure that in the future no one needs to use a food bank to survive’. A good relationship is maintained with Churches Together Wokingham (CTW), many volunteers coming from local churches. It is accepted that people from all backgrounds/situations may need to use food banks, our situations potentially with little notice. Whoever attends is treated with compassion and empowerment, who is anyone to judge anyone else?
Food parcels, information advice, fuel vouchers and Christmas hampers are available for clients who are generally referred to the food bank and dietary requirements like vegetarian, gluten free, nut free, low sugar, religious needs are catered for where possible.
Managing permanent collection points in supermarkets, schools, churches and businesses the food bank continues strong relationships with other local organisations in our community – ‘Share’, The Jam Club’ and The Cow Shed’.
If you'd like to hear more about how Wokingham Lions Club are supporting the food bank through our Lion's Share programme, take a look here: wokinghamlions.org.uk/community
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Aerial Photos by Wokingham Aerial Photography