"Rotary", which is short for Rotary International, is the world’s leading service organisation. It is a worldwide association of clubs for men and women in business or the professions which:

• provides humanitarian service to the community at local, national and international levels
• encourages high ethical standards in all vocations
• works for goodwill and peace in the world
• enjoy an active social calendar combining fun and fellowship

Rotary was founded in 1905 and now has over 1.2 million members in more than 28,000 clubs in 155 countries and 35 geographical regions. There are 1,800 clubs in Great Britain and Ireland with over 61,000 members.

The heart of Rotary is shown in its motto "Service above Self".

What is the Rotary Club of Wilmslow and Alderley Edge?

This is one of your local Rotary clubs for people who live or work in Wilmslow, Alderley Edge or the surrounding community.

Meetings are held weekly on Tuesday evenings at 6.30pm in Alderley Edge. The meetings generally include an event or a talk by a speaker on a subject of general interest. An evening meal is also available.