Wokingham Lions Club

🎅 It’s two weeks until the Wokingham Winter Carnival on Sunday 30th November – and bookings for Santa’s Grotto are now OPEN!

🧑‍🎄 Thanks to Clifton Ingram who have sponsored the Grotto this year!

🎟️ Book your tickets here: wokinghamlions.org.uk/grotto You can pick a 30 min slot for a visit with Santa Clause in his Christmas Grotto. Each ticket admits one child and each child will receive one small gift, suitable for children up to 10 years old.

🧑‍🎄 NB Max Two adults accompanying each child – we have limited space in the grotto!

🤶 Brought to you by First Days Children's Charity & Wokingham Lions Club.

🎄 Later this week we’ll be publishing the Winter Carnival Programme for you to download, with all the details of:
⭐️ Our live entertainment across Market Place, Peach Place and Denmark Street
⭐️ The 140+ stalls from Peach Street all the way through to Elms Field
⭐️ The fairground rides in Broad Street and Elms Field

There’s so much to do at the Wokingham Winter Carnival – don’t miss it! Sunday 30th November, Wokingham Town Centre, 10:30am-17:30pm

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Being a Lion is special. For lots of reasons. The lives we touch through service change lives for the better, including our own. Here are five of the top reasons we love being Lions:

🦁 We have fun.
Service isn’t just meaningful. It’s fun. It’s a way to build friendships through our clubs and make new connections inside our communities and with other service clubs (the photo is from our recent Wokingham Fireworks event which we organise with other service clubs). We laugh. We bond. We serve. And we do it all with a smile and a grateful heart, making memories along the way to last us a lifetime.

🦁 We’re part of something big — yet unique.
Our 1.4 million members in more than 49,000 clubs worldwide are united by one mission, but distinct in the ways we serve. We have the freedom to choose the projects we’re most passionate about and will make the biggest impact on our communities.

🦁 We have opportunities for personal growth.
Service projects and meetings are a chance to develop new skills, discover talents we never knew we had and strengthen social relationships. Just being part of a club improves confidence and increases self-worth. And if leadership is something you’re interested in, there are plenty of opportunities to take on leadership roles and build your skills in this area through training.

🦁 We’re backed by a global association and foundation.
As members, we’re supported by an international association that provides us with resources, tools and staff assistance to inspire and support us along our Lion journey. We’re also backed by a world-class global foundation — the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF), which provides grant funding that allows us to take on bigger service projects that bring lasting change to people and communities in need.
Together we are Lions International. Together we are serving a world in need.

🦁 Doing good feels good.
There’s a warm little light that switches on inside us when we perform an act of kindness. So, while our primary motivation for service is always helping those in need, it’s amazing the way doing good also makes us feel good. It starts in our own backyards with service projects we initiate to grow the good in our communities. But kindness trickles up. And before long, it becomes clear how the work we do affects more than the neighbourhoods we live in — our service as Lions makes the entire world a better place.

Want to find out more? Drop us a message.

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Simply Dan are returning to Wokingham Music Club at the Royal British Legion Winnersh on Friday 20th February, 2026!

Simply Dan are an eleven piece line up of experienced musicians, who have performed with a diverse mix of artists nationally and worldwide. They are united in their love of the music of Steely Dan – faithfully harnessing the jazz, pop and R&B influences of the now legendary Walter Becker and Donald Fagen sound. Selecting from the entire back catalogue of songs from the early days with Walter Becker through to later influences of Larry Carlton and Steve Gadd, including the iconic 70s albums such as Can't buy a Thrill, Pretzel Logic, The Royal Scam, Aja and Gaucho, Simply Dan aim to thrill you with an accurate and authentic rendition of their classics!

"I have to say how amazing you guys are. I've been a member of the Concorde Club for 40 years and you are the best band ever to perform there." (Beej. S. DM June 2025)

"Absolute quality musicians. Seeing them all perform up close is a privilege" (Broderick B. Facebook May 2024)

"Saturday night's show was incredible! First time of seeing you. Won't be the last !. Thank you for a fabulous evening" (Gill.T. Facebook April 2024)

"Great Night… Great vibe amongst the performers and astonishing playing and singing. Great setlist too…" (Geoff. R. Facebook Feb 2024)

"I've seen 3 Steely Dan tribute acts over the years, and Simply Dan are by far the best. Thank you for a fantastic performance." (Cliff W. Facebook Nov 2023)

"A fantastic band, have seem four or five times now – they never fail to deliver" (Eddie C. Facebook Nov 2023)

Doors open at 7pm – come and enjoy a drink at our extensive bar! Wokingham Music Club is brought to you by Wokingham Lions Club – raising funds for the local community.

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We're looking forward to seeing Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service at the Wokingham Winter Carnival 2025 on Sunday November 30th!

#WokinghamLions #lovewokingham #wokywinterJoin our crew for festive family fun!

On Sunday, 30 November, our Green Watch crew from Wokingham Fire Station will be attending the Wokingham Winter Carnival, organised by the Wokingham Lions Club.

Pop along to Wokingham Town Centre, between 9am and 6pm, to meet the firefighters, learn some vital festive fire safety advice, and begin celebrating the festive season!

View the event page and add to your calendars here: ow.ly/3qm650X29u1

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Recycle Your Ink Cartridges and help Wokingham Lions Club support local charities!

Did you know that you can help us raise funds simply by recycling your ink cartridges via our Recycle4Charity programme?

For each ink cartridge recycled via the programme we will receive up to £2 donation.

To send your cartridges or start collecting for us click here – wokinghamlions.org.uk/ink

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Got your Friday night sorted yet? The next #WOKY Comedy Night will be THIS Friday 7th November – bringing you another fantastic night of comedy at the Wokingham Theatre next to Cantley Park!

We've three brilliant acts and a great MC – come early and enjoy a drink at our bar with your friends. Doors & bar opens at 19:00, show at 20:30. Free parking available.

Our great acts this month will be:

😂 MIKE COX
With his sharp wit and everyday cynicism, combined with his accessible style and ease, Mike is one of the most popular headliners on the comedy circuit.
“If Rob Beckett is the new Micky Flanagan then Cox could be the new Rob Beckett” – Bruce Dessau

😂 ANDREW WHITE
With skilful writing and a charming on-stage persona, Andrew White is a stand-up fast rising through the comedy ranks with an act that's "definitely one to watch" (Joe Lycett).
"Go see him, he’s sublime” – Maisie Adam

😂 MARY BOURKE
Described by GQ magazine as one of the “best female comics in the country” Mary Bourke is an Irish comic currently based in London. She is a much in-demand headliner at the best comedy clubs in the UK and abroad.
Mary has won numerous awards for her solo comedy shows and recently had her own series on BBC Radio 4, Mary Bourke: Who Cares? A brutally funny, inspirational look at the hidden world of being a carer.
''The audience loved her'' – The Independent

😂 …and our MC – WINDSOR
With his natural charm and warmth, Windsor is widely regarded as one of the finest comperes around.
As a brilliant MC for comedy nights, Windsor's name has become synonymous with excellence. His undeniable talent, magnetic stage presence, and ability to create an inclusive and joyous atmosphere have earned him the respect and admiration of both fellow comedians and audiences alike. With each hosting gig, Windsor solidifies his reputation as a comedic force to be reckoned with, leaving a lasting impression on all who have the pleasure of witnessing his masterful performances.

All profits from this event go to charity – organised by Wokingham Lions (1180632).
Please note that acts are subject to change at short notice.

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