🎉 Rugeley & District Lions Club Annual Charter Dinner
The Rugeley & District Lions Club recently hosted its 34th Annual Charter Dinner at the beautiful Ingestre Park Golf Club, this year’s theme was Masquerade, which proved to be an evening filled with celebration, recognition, community spirit, laughter and dancing.
🏅 Honouring Outstanding Service
We proudly recognized members—Lion Peter Fielding was presented with a 30 year long Service certificate award. LionsJane Stevenson and Pauline Holmes who were presented with a Lions International Certificate of Appreciation, President Debra Coburn, Treasurer Peter Fielding and Club Secretary Elaine Morgan were presented with a Certificate of Recognition for volunteering in Staffordshire. All awards were presented by District Governor John Fitchett.
MOC Rugeley Town Crier, Adrian Basford presented Rugeley Lions, Cannock Lion Chris Haborow and Joy Bradbury with the annual Lion Bar Chocolate.
🎤 Entertainment & Speeches
Guests enjoyed a delicious meal followed by a fantastic performance from Singer Rich Parsons. The evening was expertly hosted by Town Crier Adrian Basford, whose energy and charm brought the event to life.
Heartfelt speeches were delivered by:
- Club President Debra Coburn
- District Governor John Fitchett
- Chair Jane Leadbetter of Rugeley Town Council
Each speaker expressed deep appreciation for the club’s dedication to service and community impact.
💙 A Night to Remember
The Charter Dinner was a true celebration of the Lions’ values—service, friendship, and making a difference. We look forward to another year of meaningful impact and shared purpose.
MASQUERADE
