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PROBUS CLUB
in Oundle
The Probus Club movement was started in 1966. There are now clubs worldwide where retired professional and business people meet to foster friendship, discussion and mutual support. The Probus Club of Oundle was founded in 1985. We are a fellowship organisation that does not undertake
any fundraising for charities and we also have a sister organisation where wives and partners meet monthly to socialise.
On the fourth Tuesday of the month we meet at Oundle Golf Club for a lunch with entertainment in the form of a short talk from a member or guest speaker. On the second Tuesday of
clubs. My initial scepticism was soon dispelled by the friendliness shown to me. I really do enjoy the fun and comradeship along with the many new friendships forged. We have had some great speakers on a variety of interesting topics. Once or twice a year we organise an
the month we hold a coffee morning
which every quarter becomes a ‘brunch’.
In addition to this, on the first Tuesday of the month, there is the opportunity for members to play Pitch and Putt at Orton Meadows if they wish. There is no pressure to attend all of these.
This year, I am the elected President. Many people in Oundle will know me as I was
the Oundle Police Sergeant and founder of Campbell’s Cars. In 2017, when I retired, I was persuaded to join Probus. I was not the sort of person to join clubs apart from sports
relatives and friends. These are always popular and well supported.
Don Campbell, Elected President for 2024-25
I really do enjoy the fun and comradeship along with the many new friendships forged
outing which have previously included visits to various country houses, RAF Museum Hendon, BMW Mini Car Plant Oxford, RAF Wittering Heritage Centre, performances at the open air Tolethorpe Hall Theatre, Stamford and Silverstone Motor Sport Museum to name just a few.
We also hold an annual Summer BBQ, Pizza Evening and Christmas Lunch which are informal, relaxed and open to member’s wives, partners,
We would welcome new members and if you wish to know more or join, then please visit our website www.probusclubofoundle.co.uk or contact Club Secretary – Peter Hendley 0731 2124 847
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