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September 2026 Newsletter

As a change to the timetable of our newsletters we will be updating everyone with news after our monthly Business Meeting in future.
 
Here's what we have been up to during August..We welcome any comments and these can be made via Contact@winslowlions.org.uk
 

'It's Show Time!'

Before we know it the summer is nearly over and it is 'Show Season'. Namely both the Winslow Show and the Bucks Show.

Bucks Show

This year the Bucks Show was held before the Winslow Show. You may have seen 'Lions' on patrol at the visitor entrance gates and parking cars at the Members Gate. This is a significant fundraiser for us but does require a considerable army of volunteers to make it happen. As ever, we thank Lions, Friends of Lions and other volunteers for allowing us to undertake these duties on behalf of the Bucks Show organisers. The upside of volunteering is you get to enjoy the Show and get a great packed lunch courtesy of the Winslow Deli!!

Winslow Show

August Bank Holiday brings the Winslow Show. The Lions have been a major component of this show over the years together with many other local organisations. Not only does the Show allow us, but also other charity and volunteer organisations to raise monies and publicise themselves to the town folk of Winslow (and beyond).

Winslow Show 2026

The Lions were involved with the 'Splat the Rat' with help from the Scouts and 'Plate Smashing' together with volunteers from 'Winslow Wheelers'. But by far the largest commitment was running the 'Beer Tent' (with assistance from Shoulder of Mutton) and running the classic vehicle display - 'Wheels in Winslow'.

This year's display had 65 cars and was enjoyed by many that came to the Show.

Wheels in Winslow 2026Class Winners

  • The Model T Ford won 'Oldest Car', Austin Healy Sprite won 'Best car in show', nearly got it last year and the Morgan +8 won the 'Post 1985' prize.

Thanks to our sponsors - KGB Car Repair & Restorations, Allon White Sports Cars, Chapman Autos. 

Visit by Buckinghamshire Mind

We had a very interesting talk from Anna Driver of Buckinghamshire Mind to explain the services that they offer to individuals with mental health worries in our area.

Sadly, there is a growing demand on their services and they are seeking funding and volunteers.

Buckinhamshire Mind

 

'Read all about it!'

When you are in the Winslow Library reading up on all the latest news from the newspaper have you ever wondered who pays for it?

Well here's the 'scoop'... it is the Lions Club of Winslow.

For many years the Club has paid for the subscription to allow the library to provide this service to all its attendees. We can guarantee to bring you the news but cannot always say its' 'good news'.

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Lions Social Activities

Our social events are an important part of the Clubs activities and this month we enjoyed:

  • Pre Winslow Show set up Picnic

Here are some more activities to look forward to..

  • Film night
  • Pumpkin Carving competition
  • Christmas Meal

Friends of Lions

This has been a new venture for our Club and we are pleased to see that we now have a list of over 40 'Friends' that are happy to assist us at our events and join us at some of our social events.

How do I become a 'Friend of Lions'? Simply send us an email stating you would like to be included and we will add you to the list.

For more details click on the link below.. 

 

Friends of Lions

 

We Serve

Here are some of the latest donations that were agreed at the September Business Meeting..

  • Nepal Flash Floods Disaster Appeal (Lions Club International)
  • Buckingham & Winslow District Scouts