Recent Speakers
Leslie Stephen – Karun School and Home
A fellow Rotarian, Leslie Stephen gave an interesting talk about the Karun School and Home in Southern India. The home was started in 1970 by Leslie’s father and currently has 85 children. The primary school
Carolyn Lloyd-Davies – All the World’s a Stage
It was terrific to hear from Carolyn Lloyd-Davies of “All the worlds a stage”. Carolyn's company encourages creative new play-writing for people of all ages, ability and experience, especially those with many years experience of
Christopher Waterhouse, Christchurch – A bizarre story about an old verger
On 3 October, Christopher Waterhouse who is the Canon’s verger at Christ Church Cathedral delivered a talk which probably had the most professional delivery we have seen for a very long time. What came through
Andrew Smith, MP
On 19th September our speaker was Andrew Smith, Labour MP for the Oxford East constituency. By luck, we had picked just the right time as the news was still being dominated by the EU Referendum
Sarah Taylor, Oxfordshire’s High Sheriff
Sarah spoke about the history of the ‘shrievalty’ which goes back to Saxon times. Her appointment lasts for just one year and is entirely unpaid – she even has to pay for her ceremonial outfit.
John Harwood, Vice Lord-Lieutenant for Oxfordshire
John Harwood is the Lord Lieutenant’s number two and amongst other things, he is responsible for accompanying royal visits.
Lauren Ryan, Helen & Douglas House
Everyone in Oxford must be aware of the wonderful work of Helen and Douglas House. As head of Community and Events Lauren talked to us about the work of the unit and their fundraising needs.
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