News
Update 20/02/2026
Update 28/01/26
Ten Tors Entries now open go to Ten Tor page.
Update 22/01/26
The Lions Club of Bodmin
We had a busy December last year when our Bodmin Lions and volunteer
helpers were out with the sleigh nearly every day for the first 3 weeks.
We are now focusing on sharing our success with the Community of Bodmin.
We raised an amazing £5183 and can’t thank the people of Bodmin enough
for their generosity
On the 9th of January our Treasurer Ron Goodgame presented £1000 to
Elaine Mundy’s Pioneer Ministry which works among some of the most
vulnerable individuals in the community providing vital support to
people facing a wide range of challenges — including the cost-of-living
crisis, loneliness, poor mental health, and low income.
Her community groups have become a lifeline for many, offering not only
practical help but also friendship, connection, and a sense of
belonging. These gatherings provide ongoing emotional and spiritual
support, creating a safe space where people feel seen, valued, and cared
for.
A community drop in where prepared meals are available
On 15th of January Ron was able to present a cheque for £500 to the
local memory café supporting families and people experiencing dementia
We joined them for a cup of tea and a biscuit while they were playing a
game of music Bingo. This is one of the causes that we regularly
support.
The Memory Café at Lanivet Community Centre and some of its
volunteers
Also this month we continue with our spectacle recycling project and
have collection points in Boots Opticians and Specsavers. We enlisted an
interested group of Cub Scouts from Castle Canyke to help us sort the
donations. They boxed over 900 pairs of spectacles for their onward
journey to Birmingham
If anyone has any old glasses that they would like to recycle then we
would love to have them. Drop them off and we will pack them up for our
collection centre in Birmingham who sort them further and dispatch to
countries abroad with limited access to health care.
We are looking now forward to supporting the Children’s Hospice at the
Pencarrow Annual Snowdrop Garden Open Day on the 8th of February
We are also now promoting the annual Sean Whitmore award for 2026. This
is an annual award of £300 plus 2 smaller awards that
are given by Bodmin Lions Club to young athletes or
sportspeople (under 18) who are showing promise and who wish to progress
in their chosen sport to a higher level.
To be considered for help and support including funding from Bodmin
Lions, we changed the process and now have an online form on our
website that you can complete and return to the Group for
consideration.
If you think you might be interested in joining the Lions to in turn
help your community or to volunteer with us then please email
bodmin.lions@outlook.com or search for “Lions Club of Bodmin”
Update 06/01/26
Happy new year everyone.
We have started planning our annual Bodmin Moor Ten Tors walk, keep an eye
on this site and our facebook for more information.
Update 21/12/25
Lions Father Christmas collections have finished
for 2025
more on Christmas Sleigh page
Update 07/11/25
New pictures on fireworks page
Update 13/10/25
Links to the pages mentioned above
For Video click
HERE
For Lionsrecycling click HERE
Update 04/09/25
Three Lions taking a break while helping at Bodmin Councils Priory Park Summer event
Update18/07/25
The evening of Tue 15th saw disruption in Fore Street
The text below has been copied from Bodmin
council Facebook page.
pictures by Lion Keith, more pictures on the council Facebook
The Lions Club Of Bodmin and Bodmin Town Council
Community Services team came together to install bunting along Fore
Street, getting the town ready for a fantastic season ahead.
We’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone who gave up their free
time to make this possible:
Dave, Phil, Mark, Keith, Ron, Sue, Bill, Jon, Clive
& of course... Maisy the Labrador
Your hard work and community spirit are truly appreciated!
Don’t miss what’s coming up this summer in Bodmin!
Saturday 26th July
Sports in the Park – Fun for all ages at Priory Park
Bodmin Market – Local traders, food, and crafts on Mount Folly
Alstock – A brilliant day of live music and community at Priory Park
If you're interested in becoming a member of the The Lions Club Of
Bodmin, you can find out more and get involved here:
https://bodminlions.x10.mx/
Let’s make this a summer to remember in Bodmin!
Update10/07/25
A few photos from our annual Handover evening Monday 7th July.
Photos by Lion Ron
Lion Chris Line receiving the Lions Appreciation Award & Recognition & dedicated Service as Secretary of Bodmin Lions Club
Lion Nigel Trudgeon receiving the Bodmin Lions Presidential Appreciation Award
1st Castle Canyke Scout Group receiving a cheque for £200.00
East Cornwall Search & Rescue receiving a cheque for £500.00
The Ten Tor Shield 2025 Winners
SCARD-MORGANS who raised over £2,500
for their charity
Alzheimer’s Society.
And finally outgoing President Lion Dave Truran hands over to Lion Bill May for the comming year
Update 13/06/25
President Dave Truran presented past President Lion Kevin Marshall with a Distinguished Service Plaque. Kevin joined Bodmin Lions Club in 2003 and was President three times and held many roles over the years.
He was Chairman of the Christmas Fayre, Senior Citizens Party, and is currently Chairman of Bodmin St Pirans Day Committee. He also spent many years calling at our weekly bingo evenings and is our Health & Safety Officer
Bodmin Lions ladies have again decorated a tree in St Petroc's Church for their tree festival.
Update 28/11/24
Ten Tors entry forms avalable from January 2025
Update 3/07/24
Bodmin Lions Club welcome our three new members,
They are: Rachael Williiams, Sue Newman and Gilly Arnold.
Bodmin Lions Club at their handover meeting in
July, Lion President, Dave Truran awarded the Sean Whitmore Shield to
Chloe Scott for her achievements in her sport of archery.
The following weekend she attended the European Youth Championships 2024
in Romania representing Great Britain and returned with a GOLD MEDAL,
well done Chloe.
Runners up were Alfie Chapman and Sawyer Wragg. Other awards and
presentations were made to East Cornwall Search & Rescue , Ist Castle
Canyke Scout Group. The Pacemakers winning team raising the most for
their named Charity, Vincent Tractors and Tonkin Recovery for
their help at Ten Tors.
Ten Tors update
The total amount raised by the Annual Bodmin Lions Ten Tors event held on May 19th 2024 amounted to £28,000, each team choosing their own charity.
Ten Tors update on Ten Tors page 26/05/24
Due to the high number of entries for this years walk we have had to close the entry list.
Update 10/11/2023
Norma handing the chain of office to Dave.
Dave's vote of thanks to Norma for all her hard work during her year as first Lady Lions President of Bodmin.
Dave then went on to present awards on behalf of the club
Aaron Collins, winner of the Sean Whitmore Memorial Shield and £300. (Helps with expenses) For going above and beyond in their chosen sport and service within the community.
Aaron Collins, with certificate & cheque
Serena Clarke, runner up of the Sean Whitmore Memorial Shield and £100.
Benjamin Sleeman, runner up of the Sean Whitmore Memorial Shield and £100.
Rob Jory accepting a donation (£100) on behalf of the scouts (Helping out on 10 Tors)
Cornwall Search and Rescue (£500) for their continuing support and for what they do helping others.
Sheila, accepting the 10 Tors Shield, on behalf of the North Cornwall Riding for Disabled Association, they raised £2167.05p this year for that charity.
A special thank you to Sheila after 40yrs of service, who is now taking a well-deserved rest
Certificates of Appreciation went to – Steve
Andrews Tyres,
Steve Hall (Hole in the Wall),
Rob Dawson and the Bodmin Camera Club for their all their support.
A special thanks went out to Justine Stephens and Bill May (MJF) for keeping our Facebook and website up to date!
Finally, a special Presidents award went to Ron Goodgame for his service as Treasurer of the Club.
Update 07/02/2023
The 2023 walk, our 40th will be on Sunday7th May.
Entry forms and more information is now on the Ten Tors page.
Further Lions dates on calender page
Update July 2022
Monday 4th July was a landmark day for Bodmin
Lions.
We welcomed into office our first Lady President.
Lion president Daniel Brinson handing over the roll of president to Lion Norma FotherGill . Thank you Daniel for all you have achieved as president. And congratulations to our new president Norma.
Out going president Daniel had a few words of thanks and presentations before standing down.
Lion Phil Wrixon receiving his well deserved Melvin Jones fellowship award and his award for 47 years as a dedicated Lion. Congratulations Phil.
Deputy mayor Mike Barbary receiving a well earned certificate of thanks for all the assistance he gave us on our bingo evening's. Thank you Mike.
East Cornwall Search and Rescue with their well deserved award.
East Cornwall Search and Rescue receiving a cheque for £1000 for all the assistance they give us on our Ten Tors event.
East Cornwall Search and Rescue.
1st Castle Canyke scout group receiving £100 cheque.
Shaun Whitmore Trophy runner up Harvey Orchard receiving his cheque for £100.
Shaun Whitmore Trophy runner up Bo Rason receiving her cheque for £100.
Shaun Whitmore Trophy winner Georgia Clarke receiving the trophy and cheque for £300 by her sister due to ill health.
Dave and Paul Greenaway receiving their certificate of thanks for the assistance they give on our Ten Tors event.
An emotional evening for Lion Gerald worden watching his daughter become Lion president.
Update 28/Jan/2022
TEN TORS IS BACK
Go to Ten Tors page for information & entry form
Update Christmas Eve
Coming to the end of another very different year Lion President Daniel & all Bodmin Lions wish you a safe Christmas & Happier 2022.
Update 28/Aug/2021
It's with great sadness we announce the death of
Lion Rodney Copplestone.
Rodney & his wife Barbara were the driving force behind the Lions weekly
Bingo for any years.
We send our condolences to Barbara and family.
Update 24/Aug/2021
Lions are helping with the TOB cycle ride on Sun 5th Sept & will be getting our own events going again as soon as they can be done safely.
Leonides Floribunda spotted in Higher Bore Street.
Grown by Norma and the Gwel-an-Nan nurseries.
Transplanted by the Roy Whitehall garden centre.
Update 14/Nov/2020
Covid restrictions as we are all aware prevent us
from meeting, however there
was a restricted Remembrance wreath laying ceremony and Lion President
Daniel was very pleased
to represent the Lions Club of Bodmin.
Update 11th Aug 2020
After long and careful consideration, Bodmin
Lions have to regrettably announce that the Christmas fair and senior
citizens party, due to take place on 28th and 29th November
respectively, will not take place. Bodmin lions appreciate that this
will cause disappointment for many, but given circumstances and the
nature of both events, we cannot put the health of the public and our
members at risk. In hope and prayers that the world will soon be a safer
place, we hope that all lion's events will soon resume. Bodmin Lions
Christmas sleigh is still under consideration.
Past President Dave still catching up! 17th July 2020
With no presentation night due to Covid Dave didn't have the opportunity thank people or give out awards. He managed to catch up with outgoing secretery Lionel to thank him and present an award for his years of service in the role.
President Handover 5th July 2020
Daniel takes over, Past President Dave elbowed out.
I would like to be one of the first to
congratulate the new President Daniel.
I wish you a great year and look forward to supporting you throughout
your term.
Regards,
IPP, Dave Truran.
Covid update from Lion President Dave 20th June 2020
Hello to Everybody,
Although things have been very quiet on the events front, there has been
a section of the Lions that has been busy assisting with home
deliveries, fetching and carrying and generally helping out where and
when they can in a safe manner.
The offer was made to all the major stores within the Bodmin area to
help with collection and deliveries if needed, and to other
organizations with the same.
Some of our more senior members have had to stay indoors self-isolating,
and therefore not able to do the things they would like to do, help
others.
As the time rolls on and it seems we are starting to ease out of this
Covid situation, (although it seems a way to go yet!) we are hoping to
start to make plans for the future and slowly get the ball rolling
again.
As everyone is aware since the lockdown everything has come to a
complete standstill with all of the Lions events including, bingo, Lions
10 Tors, Fun ride, meetings and all the other events we help out at.
This year as you are probably aware of within previous communication on
the website, it is the Lions Club of Bodmin's 50th anniversary, in which
they have been helping others through thick and thin throughout,
organizing and running events for all different groups within our
area.(Even some out of area)
As of yet we have not been able to celebrate this achievement, but
hopefully that will change in the near future.
In the next few weeks the Presidency of the club will change hands, and
I look forward to the new President, Daniel Brinson, taking the club
forward in to a new era, without the Covid situation!
From my point, I would like to thank the Secretaries, Lionel and Jon,
and the Treasurer Ron for all their help over the last couple of years,
and also to all the members of the club that have done a sterling job
with the work and hours they put in freely to help others.
My extended thanks go to those that although they might of retired from
the every day running of the club, still help with doing things in the
background, ie the website and helping with collections, the sleigh...
For now, I would like to thank all of you that have supported Bodmin
Lions Club, and I wish everybody all the best for the future, and hope
to see you out and about at all our events soon, take care,
Outgoing Lions President,
Dave Truran
Birthday Update 27th April 2020
Happy 50th Birthday Lions Club of Bodmin
On the 28th April 1970 seventeen men of Bodmin met to form (Charter)
the Lions Club of Bodmin.
They all put their names to the Charter document pictured below.
They then went forward to live the Lions motto of "we serve" & build the mixed gender club we have today.
Corona Virus Update 18th March
Bodmin Lions have had to take the decision cancel all events during the
current crisis.
Ten Tors Canceled: Refunds for entries receied will be processed as soon as it is possible.
Weekly Bingo Canceled: this will be reviewed as time goes on, it will be back as soon as it's safe.
If you need help from Bodmin Lions they will do
their best but many Lions are themselves vunerable.
Keep Safe everyone see you soon.
Update 26th July 2019
Earlier this year Bodmin Lions adopted one of the
Flower Beds in Higher Bore St.
Thanks to Plantsman Lion Roy & a few helpers it now in full bloom.
Change of date for Fun Ride from 8th Sept to 15th Sept 2019
Update 10th April
Lions were delighted to attend the Bodmin
Community Network Panel on 9th. April at Lanivet.
We were able to explain how we have benefited from the Community
Chest Awards from our local councillors.
We were happy to show a sample of the new Bunting funded by an
award, and used annually to decorate the Town. It was also a great
opportunity to explore how we can all work together for the good of
the town.
International Children's book day 2nd click here to go to the Ten Tors
page
April 2019
Click on the picture below to see Cornwall
Councils press release on Plastics in the Ocean.
Supported by Lions Clubs in Cornwall.
CLOCKS HAVE
CHANGED, WEATHER WARMING UP,
HOW ABOUT A NICE WALK?
LIONS TEN TORS ON BODMIN MOOR!
Sunday May 5th, back to our first Sunday in May date.
Teams of up to four, you keep all sponsorship
money you collect for your good cause.
Update 20th March 2019
Lions Support Bodmin’s Schools To Tackle Ocean Plastic
Bodmin Lion’s have played a vital role in reaching primary schools in
Bodmin and our surrounding villages with children’s books and teaching
resources on ocean plastic. The books are written by Cornish based
author and illustrator team Ellie Jackson and Laura Callwood and are
true stories about the problem of ocean plastic which bring the issue to
the children’s level. They follow three well-loved animals as they
encounter plastic bags, balloons and fishing nets and each book is
written in a positive and hopeful light to inspire the next generation
to tackle the issues.
Author Ellie has been on a mission to secure sponsorship for every
primary school in Cornwall to each receive copies of her three
children’s books and teaching resources. Through a post on social media,
Ellie’s campaign was picked up on by several local individuals who
kindly offered to sponsor their children’s schools and also drew the
attention of Bodmin’s Lion member Jon Hancock. “Caring for our
environment by teaching the next generation is key to solving this
issue” said Jon, a Lion’s member for 30 years. “Ellie’s books are
perfect for the younger members of our community to engage in this issue
and with the Lion’s support we are pleased to bring this project to 9 of
our local schools and our wonderful library. Bodmin Lions are actively
involved in caring for the local environment and we will do everything
we can to help support the children in making a difference.”
Below is Ellie Book signing & a link to her website
https://wildtribeheroes.com/about-us/
Update 23rd July
Dave Truran, Lion's President, visited the shop in Fore Street and presented a cheque for £500 to Maureen Newman from Mind, Cornwall, watched by Mike and the volunteers in the shop.
Update 30th June
It's with great sadness we announce the death of
Lion Graham Smith.
Graham has been fighting illness for some time but still turned up to
help on days he felt able.
2018 Longest day Update
At our recent 48th Charter Dinner, Lion President Derek Williamson presented a Melvin Jones Fellow award to long serving Lion Bill May in recognition of his service to the Lions and to the Bodmin Community.
Royal Cornwall show 2018
Lions organised another Diabetes
Awareness stand at the 2018 Royal Cornwall Show.
36 Lions from Cornwall clubs and 27 qualified nurses,(some are Lions
too!) combined to offer free blood sugar measurements.
1472 visitors took advantage of the service and were given appropriate
advice.
Below are a few victims of the finger prick test (Sorry, people being screened for blood sugar)
click on any picture below to view a larger image
June 2018
Could you help someone like this?
The smile on this young man`s face is worth every second Bodmin Lions give voluntarily to make enough money to pay for this chair ,
Bodmin Lions bought this chair to give him more freedom and hopefully a new lease on life ,
And we are in the process of supplying a special coat for a young lady who cannot move without breaking bones , this coat holds her in place and means she has more freedom to move around and again hopefully a better life ,
None of this would happen if it were not for the hard work Bodmin Lions put in and the generosity of the people of Bodmin and surrounding areas ,
Could you visit a person like this and talk to them without having a tear in your eye , could you give a few hours a month to talk to a person who is desperate to have a better life and needs our help ,
Would you like to help with Firework night / Ten Tors / our Fun Ride for our equestrian friends and of course our fantastic SANTA`S SLIEGH and many more events ,
Bodmin Lions need new and younger people with new ideas to join us , so if you can give up a few hours a month /want to help your community then please come and speak to a Lion who will tell you all about what we do and how you can make a difference to your community .
Interested then contact :-
Kevin Marshall 01208 73001
Terry Smith 07877765967
And we will assist you in any way we can .
Help your community JOIN THE LIONS
Bodmin Lions badge up new members
Three New Members of Bodmin Lions shown above with their sponsors.
Feb 2018
It's with great sadness we have to announce the death at 98 of Charter Member
Lion Ralph Wrixon MJF
Ralph joined The Lions Club of Bodmin right at the beginning in April 1970. He worked hard for Lions until old age stopped him. He remained a member for 47 years & kept in touch with all that was going on right to the end. Ralph served as Club President twice and was honoured by the Club presenting him with the MJF (Melvin Jones Fellowship) on his 90th birthday, sadly missed by all who knew him.
Message in you wallet is a spin off from the message in a bottle. You fill in your information & keep it in your wallet
Update July 10th
Lion President Derek, not to be outdone by past
president Kevin had his own awards evening at the first meeting of his
year.
He badged up new member Luke Winston, presented long service awards to
Lion Dean & Lion Clive he presented retiring member
Dave Williams a friends of Bodmin Lions certificate after 43 years of
service to the club.
Lions hand over to our new President Derek Williamson July 3rd picture on the Home page
The last few Jobs for outgoing President Kevin
Kevin finished out his year on a bit of a high he had the pleasure of presenting Lion Gerald Worden with a Melvin Jones Fellowship award for services to Lions & his community.
Kevin also presented Appreciation awards to
Andrew Harvey for helping the Lions clubs of Cornwall offer a diabetic
screening service at the Royal Cornwall Show.
&
Sheila Worden for helping with many Lions events but her particular
dedication to our annual Ten Tors walk.
He also presented the Ten Tors walk shield for the highest sponsored team, a cheque to Cornwall Search & rescue for providing safety cover on the walk, yet another badge to Lion Dave Truran, then assisted Charlotte Whitmore presenting the Sean Whitmore Memorial shield & certificates to the winner & highly commended runners up in memory of her dad.
The Sean Whitmore Memorial Shield will be awarded each year to young individuals for services to or achievement in sport
Kevin's wife Lesley presented a cheque to the Bodmin Memory Cafe on behalf of the Lions Ladies
Once again Lions turned out to help with the Marie Curie Collections on Sunday 13th
A small band of Lions turned out to collect on
behalf of Marie Curie in a supermarket near you.
Pictured below are the pride, I'm not sure if it's a before & after
Lunch event!
Monday March 6th 2017 saw our first Lady member join
Bodmin Lions
Pictured Below Lion President Kevin congratulating Norma as our first
lady member.
Jan 7th 2017
At our January meeting Bodmin Lions decided to become a mixed gender
club
& admit Ladies
This is probably the biggest change in the clubs
constitution since the club was formed 46 years ago.
We hope to badge up our first lady very soon & look forward to the new
ideas that are bound to come from the female influence.
Nov 29th 2016
It's with very great sadness we have to
announce the death of one of our members,
Sean Whitmore.
From day one Sean had been fully involved with
the activities of Bodmin Lions, we will miss his enthusiasm & dry
comments at our meetings.
To quote Sean, He hadn't known us long enough to dislike us.
Lions help community garden project
Pictured below is Lions President Kevin
presenting a new mower to the project
After a quick inspection, it's off
The Lions Club of Bodmin Honors retired Town Crier Nick Prideaux
Nick has served Bodmin as Town Crier for the last
Forty, yes Forty years. During that time he
has represented our town in many competitions both home & abroad & made
many friends.
Nick has always supported Lions & Town events, with his trusty bell &
smiling face he's made any necessary announcements.
He's started our annual Ten Tors walk many times he wishes them well &
sends them on their way.
To thank Nick & honor him for his years of service the Lions Club of
Bodmin decided to present him with a Melvin Jones Fellowship (MJF).
A MJF is the highest honor we can bestow for service. Melvin Jones
founded Lions in Chicago in 1917. All MJF members names are displayed at
the Lions International Headquarters in Oak Brook (a suburb of Chicago)
We wish you well in your retirement.
When our local special school needed extra plants to replace those lost in bad weather, Bodmin Lions were delighted to help out.
New era for Bodmin Lions!
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