Who are The Lions? The Lions are a group of men and women from all walks of life who belong to an international organisation whose motto is "We Serve". Lions give practical help to, and raise funds to support anyone in need either locally, nationally or internationally. Beneficiaries locally have been play groups, youth organisations, senior citizens, the disabled, and so on. Lions also have their own social events, including quizzes, skittles, challenges with other clubs, excursions, foreign trips, social evenings, an annual anniversary dinner/dance plus other activities.

Who are Callington Lions? The Lions club of Callington was formed in 1976 and is one of 76 clubs in the south-west of England which covers Cornwall, Devon and Somerset (District 105SW)

Callington Lions raise funds from annual events such as Honey Fair, Gala Day and the "Walk Through the Daffodils" as well as other big events such as concerts, pantomimes, duck races, bingo, seasonal draws, provision of bars, barbeques and stalls at events in Callington and the surrounding villages.
Apart from the fun and fellowship of participating in the above events, members get great satisfaction in 'serving' the local community. Membership in the Lions Organisation is open by invitation to both men and women. Our club consists of both male and female members drawn from Callington and district. We are always keen to attract new members and people to share in the fun and satisfaction of the effective Community Service for which they have become respected locally.

What do we do Locally? Callington Lions play an active part in community events including the organising of an annual Summer Gala. Here the community is invited to an afternoon and evening of free entertainment which includes an opportunity for other community groups to participate. In the autumn, Honey Fair is an increasingly popular day when people from all over Cornwall flock to Callington to take part in this traditional charter fair. Other activities cater for a whole cross section of our community, whether it's senior citizen parties, a daffodil walk or Christmas pantomimes for families. Hardly a month passes without something to look forward to!
Our fund raising activities have meant that we have been able to meet many needs locally and offer support where it is needed. Through the contacts Lions offer, we have been able to offer support at times of need in disasters such as the Boscastle flood and the Indian Ocean Tsunami. The close links between all Lions clubs of the world ensure that aid is delivered directly to the people affected without any deductions for administration.

What is Lions International? Through Lions International, support is given by other Lions Clubs in the third world and other areas of desperate need, to develop campaigns to prevent blindness, provide clean water and basic amenities that many take for granted in the west, as well as sending aid to innocent peoples affected by natural disasters and the result of modern day conflict and unrest.

Should I join? What’s in it for me? It is a chance to feel part of the community, meet people and make a difference.
Callington Lions and their partners enjoy both their Community Service and Social activities, of which there are many. If you think you may be the sort of person that would like to share in our success and have fun 'serving the community' then Callington Lions could be just the club for you! Telephone us on 0845 833 7527 or email us

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