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Soroptimist International - Buxton and District

Soroptimist International of Buxton and District is part of a worldwide organisation of women, which is linked to the United Nations.

Welcome to SI Buxton and District

We meet on every first and third Wednesday of the month (except in August when we take a summer break).

On the first Wednesday of the month we hold our business meetings which start at 7pm and finish no later than 9pm.

Our dinner meeting takes place on the third Wednesday, at various locations, with a guest speaker.

During January and February our dinner meeting is suspended and our  business meeting is held on Zoom.   

All new members are very welcome.

Please contact us if you would like to come along to one of our business or dinner meetings to see whether ‘Soroptimism’ is for you – no obligation to join!

buxtonsoroptimists@yahoo.co.uk

Recent Activity

Recent Club News

Water Aid given £260 boost

A successful fundraising evening has seen £260 raised for WaterAid UK. The event was organised by Soroptimist Sue Barber a long standing supporter of the charity. Alongside a tasty meal served at Tideswell Lounge, all those who attended took part in a quiz that included a water theme. A raffle was also held boosting the amount raised. A great fundraising effort – well done Sue and all those who supported the event.

Charter lunch celebrated in style

Members joined together in friendship to mark 52 years of Sisterhood for Soroptimist International Buxton and District. Held at the Cavendish Golf Club members and their guests were treated to a delicious lunch. Professor Christine Hallett was invited to speak and gave a fascinating talk about nursing, focusing on the First World War and highlighting the pioneers who worked to ensure the role was recognised as a profession President Dr Mary Cooke presented long service awards and bouquets of flowers to Jackie Cowlishaw, Mavis Mycock and Sue Watson to recognise their incredible service. Between them they have achieved more than…

51 Years of Sisterhood – Charter Celebration

Soroptimist International  Buxton and District 51 years of Sisterhood Everyone enjoyed a Sunday Lunch at Buxtons Bailey’s Bar and Grill on a sunny Saturday afternoon, followed by cakes baked by Elaine McDonald. Candle Lighting: Janet Moxon lit a candle for Federation, Deborah Ward (IPP) for International Kam Britland (SIMER Pres) lit for Region. Kam Britland shared her personal story. President Elizabeth Blagbrough presented long service awards to Sue Barber for 35 years and Sue Watson for 30 years for their incredible services.

Congratulations to Sue Watson and Sue Barber on receiving your long service award.

Congratulations to Sue Watson and Sue Barber on receiving your long service award . Pictured here with our Madam President Elizabeth Blagbrough.