Harpenden Lions Club Highland Gathering

A Scottish themed family fun day out and fundraiser for charities

Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2LX.

Sunday 12th JULY 2026 10:30am to 5pm

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Recent Activities

Together, We Can Save Lives: Harpenden Lions and Lifesaving Skills

Why CPR and Defibrillator skills matter Cardiac arrests can happen anywhere—at home, at work, or in the places we share every day. In England, survival from an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest can be as low as 5%, and it drops by 10% for every minute that passes. With fast action, those numbers can change. Local emergency services and community training can raise survival to 60%—but it takes CPR training and pub-lic access to defibrillators (AEDs) so that help is close at hand

A Heartfelt Evening with Lexie Trim and Her Chemo Bags Project

On 14 April, Lexie Trim, whom we sponsored at the District stage of the Lions Young Ambassador Programme, joined our club meeting to share the story behind her Chemo Bag Project. Lexie launched her initiative in 2023 after witnessing the impact of chemotherapy on her aunt and, later, her mother, who was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. Seeing the physical and emotional toll first-hand inspired her to take action and bring comfort to others facing similar challenges. She

Harpenden Lions Support Local Nature: Wetlands and Wildlife Thriving

Recently, the Harpenden Lions have made significant contributions to the preservation and enhancement of the local environment, working in collaboration with the Town Council’s environmental initiative. In Rothamsted Park, the group participated in wetland planting, thereby supporting the development of diverse habitats that will benefit both wildlife and the wider community. On Harpenden Common, an area harbouring more than 400 species of flora and fauna, the Lions worked al

✨ Celebrating 45 Years of Service: Harpenden Lions Club Charter Night

There are milestone evenings… and then there are the ones that remind you exactly why community matters. Harpenden Lions Club’s 45‑year Charter Night Black Tie Dinner Dance was one of those rare occasions where tradition, celebration, and genuine local spirit came together under one roof. 🦁 Honouring 45 Years of Making a Difference Forty‑five years is no small achievement. Since its founding, Harpenden Lions Club has been a constant force for good: raising funds, supporting

Harpenden Lions help Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

Harpenden Lions Club is again helping the Harpenden Branch of The Royal British Legion with the annual Poppy Appeal. Several Lions are Deputy Appeals Organisers - and Lions members provide assistance before, during, and after the collections in the Harpenden area. If you would like to help, contact Rosemary Crofts on 07983 429771 The Royal British Legion helps members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families.

Harpenden Lions Club at the Sustainability Market

Thank you! We have continued to raise money for our youth support programme by selling donated used books, jigsaws, and spectacle cases at the Harpenden Sustainability Markets. But these events have not just been about fundraising . They have also been opportunities to promote awareness of our service efforts and awareness of Harpenden Lions Club and the many ways in which we serve our community. Whether you donated, chatted or just picked up a leaflet, thank you for coming

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HARPENDEN LIONS CLUB

Welcome!

Harpenden Lions are a group of men and women who serve the local community in a variety of ways, while also raising money for many local, national and international charities.

Being a Lion is a great way to meet new people and have fun while helping others.

If you think you might like to get involved then why not come along to one of our meetings or social events - we'd love to meet you!

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

A group a members working on a conservation project

Our charities

Click on the images below to find out more about some of the charities we support.

Harpenden Lions
Highland Gathering

This year the Highland Gathering will again feature pipe bands and your opportunity to hurl a haggis or toss a caber - as well as the chance to enjoy falconry, archery, ferret racing and a tug of war competition. In addition there will also be battle re-enactments from the Sealed Knot.

Entry for accompanied children aged 16 years and under remains free, and tickets will be £10 on the day for adults or £8 in advance from this website or from News4U, Topkins Pharmacy and Southdown Hardware.

Supporting Volunteering

About Lions

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Fundraising

A club member collecting for Marie Curie charity

Information about some of our fundraising initiatives and events.

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Life Skills

A vitally important education initiative supporting schools in the local area.

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Services

Find out how Harpenden Lions serve the local community and beyond.

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Social

Pictures of some of our recent social events!

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Harpenden Lions Club Highland Gathering

A Scottish themed family fun day out and fundraiser for charities

Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2LX.

Sunday 12th JULY 2026 10:30am to 5pm

Recent Activities

Together, We Can Save Lives: Harpenden Lions and Lifesaving Skills

A Heartfelt Evening with Lexie Trim and Her Chemo Bags Project

Harpenden Lions Support Local Nature: Wetlands and Wildlife Thriving

✨ Celebrating 45 Years of Service: Harpenden Lions Club Charter Night

Harpenden Lions help Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

Harpenden Lions Club at the Sustainability Market

HARPENDEN LIONS CLUB

Welcome!

Our charities

Harpenden Lions
Highland Gathering

Supporting Volunteering

About Lions

Fundraising

Life Skills

Services

Social

Members Page

Contact Us

Lions Clubs International British Isles website

Lions Clubs International website

LION Podcast

LION Magazine

LIONS TALES - Community Stories

HLC CIO Grant and Award Making Policy

HLC CIO Privacy Policy

Harpenden Lions Club Highland Gathering

A Scottish themed family fun day out and fundraiser for charities

Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2LX.

Sunday 12th JULY 2026 10:30am to 5pm

Recent Activities

Together, We Can Save Lives: Harpenden Lions and Lifesaving Skills

A Heartfelt Evening with Lexie Trim and Her Chemo Bags Project

Harpenden Lions Support Local Nature: Wetlands and Wildlife Thriving

✨ Celebrating 45 Years of Service: Harpenden Lions Club Charter Night

Harpenden Lions help Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

Harpenden Lions Club at the Sustainability Market

HARPENDEN LIONS CLUB

Welcome!

Our charities

Harpenden Lions Highland Gathering

Supporting Volunteering

About Lions

Fundraising

Life Skills

Services

Social

Members Page

Contact Us

Lions Clubs International British Isles website

Lions Clubs International website

LION Podcast

LION Magazine

LIONS TALES - Community Stories

HLC CIO Grant and Award Making Policy

HLC CIO Privacy Policy

Harpenden Lions
Highland Gathering