District 1010 - Scotland North Aberdeen & Deeside
The club was founded in the small town of Banchory in 1971. Until recently, membership was steady at around 40 members and is currently 55. We are active in fund-raising for local, national and international good causes through a series of events throughout the year. The main annual fund-raisers are the Crathes Vintage Car & Motorcycle Rally, which is held in May of each year and the Inchmarlo Golf Challenge  held in August. The club supports and encourages international exchange visits, sponsors educational, cultural and youth activities and promotes enterprise through the Young Enterprise programme in local schools. But it's not just about fundraising. There is a strong social aspect and members are part of a global network of 1.3 million Rotarians spanning most countries and cities around the globe.
Our Community The town of Banchory (pop 6,500) lies on the north side of the River Dee some 18 miles west of Aberdeen, Europe's oil capital. Originally settled in 5-6th centuries at the confluence of the River Feugh, the site became the location of the annual St Ternan Fair during the middle ages.   The town flourished with the coming of the Deeside Railway line in 1853 and became a popular destination for both holidaymakers and day-trippers from Aberdeen. During the 1970-90s the town expanded as a result of the oil boom and is currently undergoing a new period of growth. There are a range of shops, hotels, restaurants, garages and local services. The town has not one, but two excellent golf courses.
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Treasurer: Chris Fry
Secretary: David Holmes
President: Alistair Thomson
The Rotary Club of Banchory-Ternan
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Scolty Tower is located on a prominent hilltop overlooking the town and was restored by the Rotary Club in 1992. On June 4th 2012 we celebrated the Diamond Jubilee of HM the Queen by lighting a beacon on the top of Scolty Tower. Around 200 people climbed the hill to attend the event.
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Opportunity to fish on the River Dee. 45 days of fishing on the best beats around Banchory. August 8-10th 2013  
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2013 Crathes Vintage Car & Motorcycle Rally Sunday 26th May Milton Events Park Crathes Enter a vehicle Enter a vehicle Home