Around Wellington

4 days ago | aroundwellington.co.uk | Ken Bird

The Rotary Club of Wellington’s annual handover meeting was held at the Beambridge Inn yesterday (Monday) with Rotarians and their partners enjoying an excellent lunch. Here is the club’s report of the proceedings …At the traditional meeting, the new incoming President receives the President’s Chain of Office from the retiring President – only this year, unfortunately, there was no retiring President.

4 days ago | aroundwellington.co.uk | Ken Bird

Taunton and Pickeridge Golf Club is again hosting a competition to raise money for the League of Friends of Musgrove Park Hospital – and the charity is appealing for golfers to take part. Last year, the Musgrove Cup attracted 52 pairs and raised £1,800 for the charity, which provides vital equipment for Musgrove Park Hospital. The money went towards a specialist operating table to support state of the art robotic surgery at the hospital (pictured above).

4 days ago | aroundwellington.co.uk | Ken Bird

South West developer Summerfield has provided support for the new electronic scoreboard at Wellington RFC. It was installed at the Athletic Ground as part of the Chiefs’ 150th anniversary celebrations. Summerfield, a long-standing supporter of the club, has contributed £1,000 towards the cost. Managing director of Summerfield Homes, Ed Khodabandehloo, said: “It is great to see the new scoreboard up and running.

5 days ago | aroundwellington.co.uk | Ken Bird

The Wellesley Park Primary School field was transformed into a vibrant sea of colour, laughter, and energy in Friday as pupils, staff, and families came together for this year’s much-anticipated Colour Run. From the moment the starting whistle blew, children burst through clouds of coloured powder with beaming smiles and boundless enthusiasm.

5 days ago | aroundwellington.co.uk | Ken Bird

Year 11 students at Wellington School marked the end of their GCSEs in style at their Final Celebration in the Great Hall. The school reports: “From glamorous outfits to some very Somerset-style limousines (yes, we mean tractors), the evening was full of fun, pride, and laughter. “A delicious dinner, reflections on a fantastic few years, and dancing the night away with our incredible DJ – student Finn – made it a celebration to cherish.