About Christchurch Round Table

Christchurch Round Table is a friendly men’s social and community group based in Christchurch, Dorset, focused on fun, friendship, and fundraising.

We’ve been part of the local community for over 65 years, bringing together men aged 18–45 who want to make new friends, give back locally, and enjoy social activities without pressure or formality.

We meet every couple of weeks — usually for a relaxed dinner in a local pub — and regularly organise social events and charity activities across Christchurch and the surrounding area.

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Who We Are

We’re a group of around 20 men from all walks of life. Most of our members live within a few miles of Christchurch town centre, but that’s not a requirement. Trades, professionals, business owners, and anyone else are all welcome.

Some of us are Christchurch born and bred, while others have moved to Dorset more recently — which makes Round Table a great way to build a local social circle.

We run a fair, friendly, and inclusive club, electing a new Chairman and Vice-Chairman each year to keep things fresh. There’s no hierarchy, no secrecy, and no egos — just a group of guys who enjoy spending time together and doing some good for our hometown.

What We Do

Christchurch Round Table typically gets together every two weeks. Our events fall into three main categories:

Charity & Volunteering Events

These are all about supporting the local Christchurch and Dorset community. Activities might include:

  • Running a beer stall or food stand at local festivals

  • Helping with community events

  • Carrying out DIY or practical help for schools or individuals in need

We have one simple rule: our charitable work must help people locally and must be enjoyable.

Social Events

Social events are a big part of what makes Christchurch Round Table special. Throughout the year, we organise:

  • Go-karting, bowling, kayaking, golf, and 5-a-side football

  • Gigs, pub nights, and meals out around Christchurch

  • Black-tie dinners, skittles nights, and bike rides over St Catherine’s Hill

There’s a good mix of relaxed and organised events, so there’s something for everyone.

Business Meetings

Our business meetings are held in a local pub, usually once or twice a month on a Tuesday evening. They’re informal, friendly, and always over dinner (and often a beer).

This is where we:

  • Plan upcoming social and charity events

  • Decide where to donate funds we’ve raised

  • Welcome and get to know new members

No suits, no jargon, and no long speeches.

Who We Raise Money For

All money raised by Christchurch Round Table goes into a ringfenced charitable trust and is passed directly to local causes as and when it’s needed.

This could include:

  • Local schools

  • Registered charities

  • Small community initiatives

  • Individuals who need support but can’t access help elsewhere

We regularly support organisations such as Christchurch Food Bank and Macmillan Caring Locally, and we’re always open to funding requests.

We aim not to sit on funds — when we raise money, we give it away to where it can make the biggest local impact.

(Charity Commission: Christchurch Round Table Charitable Trust, charity number 1060052) - (Christchurch Round Table Charitable Trust, charity number 1060052).

Who we’re looking for

We’re always happy to welcome new members to Christchurch Round Table.

You’ll fit right in if you:

  • Are a man aged 18–45

  • Live or work in Christchurch, Dorset, or nearby

  • Want to make friends, get involved locally, and have fun

We understand that work and family come first. Members aren’t expected to attend every meeting or event — even a few hours every few weeks is enough to get real value from Round Table.

Our unofficial rule is:
Family first, work second, Table third — though the more you put in, the more you’ll get out.

We’ve been described as “a drinking club with a charity problem” — but teetotallers are very welcome too.

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