This is a project that is supported us and by our District Rotary clubs and a very worthy one that I know will appeal to everyone reading this.

An estimated 37 million people are blind worldwide. This increases by up to 2m each year. 75% of impending blindness is preventable. Without early intervention & treatment, the World Health Organisation (WHO) estimate the number of blind will grow to 75 million by 2020.

Direct ophthalmoscope is an effective, non invasive technique enabling medical examination of the fundus (retina). It helps early identification of abnormalities indicative of serious medical conditions including hypertension, diabetes, cerebral malaria and early signs of brain tumours, as well as eye conditions such as glaucoma and cataracts that can lead to loss of sight or blindness.

We want to raise money to buy these instruments for those in need. They cost us £25 each.

If you would like to know more or wish to make a donation please email us

Exchange programmes allow young people, scholars and professionals to experience the culture and working practices of another land and share their new understanding with others when they return home.

We have sponsored students who then have returned to tell us about their experiences and how they have benefitted.

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We run casino evenings for other clubs and organisations.

This includes roulette tables, blackjack tables, poker tables , Newmarket games and a craps table.

Not only can we raise money for these worthy causes but we enjoy ourselves into the bargain.

Some of the projects we have raised money for include:

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