About Crowborough Rotary
Crowborough Rotary is a relaxed and informal club, proudly serving the local community since its formation in April 2021 by Graham Bucksey and Stephen Tester. Today, under the leadership of our 2025/26 President, Ken Maynard, we continue to grow and thrive, welcoming both men and women who are passionate about making a difference.
Our Mission
We are part of Rotary International, a global organisation dedicated to supporting communities and improving lives wherever there is need. At Crowborough Rotary, our mission is simple yet powerful:
“Working with our Community to Make Lives Better.”
This guiding principle shapes everything we do — from fundraising and volunteering to supporting local initiatives and responding to urgent challenges.
Crowborough Rotary meets twice a month on Wednesday evenings. Our Business and Speaker meetings are held at Basepoint, while our social gatherings take place at various local venues, depending on the activity.
We are proud to support a wide range of local causes and events, including:
- A strong partnership with the Wealden Dementia Alliance, where we regularly attend the monthly Community Café to help ensure attendees enjoy a fun and supportive afternoon.
- Fundraising events such as:
- An Annual Golf Competition
- A Classic, Vintage & Sports Car Meet
- A lively and well-attended Quiz Night
- Supporting Crowborough Town Council at key community events like:
- Fireworks Night
- VE Day
- Sussex Day
- The Christmas Fayre
- Assisting with the Friends of Crowborough Hospital Summer Fete
Our Community
Crowborough is a wonderful town, full of spirit and potential. We believe in giving back to the place we call home. Through our projects and partnerships, we aim to uplift individuals, strengthen community ties, and create lasting positive change.
Get Involved
Whether you’re looking to give back, meet new people, or get involved in meaningful community projects, Crowborough Rotary offers a warm and inclusive environment where your time and talents can truly make a difference.
We’d love to welcome you to one of our meetings or events — come and see what Rotary is all about!
If you would like to find out more about joining Crowborough Rotary.
Call Ken on 07771984382 or email: admin@crowboroughrotary.org.uk
Club meetings – anyone is welcome
The second and fourth Wednesdays each month at 6pm at Basepoint, Pine Grove TN6 1DH
There is parking outside.
About Our Board Members
Ken Maynard
President
Graham Bucksey
Immediate Past President
Graham worked in the Mechanical and Electrical Building Services and the construction industry for 48 years. He ran his own practice based in Tunbridge Wells and then Crowborough. He still works in the industry as a consultant.
Graham was a member of the former Crowborough Rotary Club. He also volunteers on the Bluebell Railway and is a member of the Crowborough Probus Club.
Annick King
Vice President
Carolyn Murphy
Treasurer
Phil Morris
Secretary
Glenys Jones
Social Secretary
I have lived in Crowborough for most of my life and been in business locally for many years. In my spare time I enjoy keeping fit, walking and volunteering for charity events that support the community of Crowborough. Looking forward to working alongside Rotary.
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The charities we support
Taylor Made Dreams
A Crowborough Charity which enables children with life limiting illnesses to achieve their dreams.
In April 2025 we had the pleasure of presenting a cheque for £1,000 to Suzi Mitchell, the CEO of Taylor Made Dreams. Suzi gratefully accepted the cheque on behalf of the charity, expressing heartfelt thanks to Crowborough Rotary for their support.
Crowborough Community First Responders
Are a team of specially trained volunteers responding to 999 calls in partnership with South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust.
Wealden Dementia Action Alliance
Wealden Dementia Action Alliance was set up in May 2016 to help make our district more dementia friendly and raise the awareness amongst our residents and businesses.
In May 2024 we presented Alan Penny with a cheque for £1,500 raised at the Charity Golf event at Crowborough Golf Club. We continue to have a close relationship with the charity, with our members supporting a community cafe and other Wealden Dementia Alliance events.
Crowborough Food Bank
Part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
Family 2 Family
Baby2Baby collects donations of baby and children’s clothing and essential items and redistributes them to families in need in East Sussex and surrounding areas.
Crowborough CAB
Free, independent, confidential and impartial advice on both your rights and your responsibilities on a wide range of topics including; debt, benefits, housing, legal, discrimination, employment, immigration, consumer and other problems.
Crowborough Women’s Refuge
Wealden Works
Bridging the Gap between education and employment, we are a unique youth employment programme that works closely with local businesses and key organisations within the Wealden community.
World In Need
World in Need is a UK Christian charity that mainly partners with Churches, Christian individuals, Schools and Christian Businesses to engage in overseas practical mission projects in a passionate and relationship based way.
Friends of Crowborough Hospital
The Friends of Crowborough Hospital is a volunteer-led and volunteer-staffed charity that has actively promoted “excellent care at the heart of the local community” by supporting the work of Crowborough Hospital for over 65 years.
Grove Park Special Needs School
A maintained special school in East Sussex. The school provision meets the needs of learners with complex needs including those with Profound, Severe and Moderate Learning Difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Disorders and Sensory Needs.
Crowborough Carnival
The Community Church Community Café
A free service and community cafe with entertainment and activities for local people.
