A WOKINGHAM resident has been thanked for his 40 years of service to a local charity organisation.

Nick Halford, Wokingham resident, was gifted a thank you letter from the past international president on the Lions Club international, Dr Jitsuhiro Yamada, for his time in the organisation.

He was also presented with a 40-year chevron Lions pin.

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During his time so far in the Wokingham Lions Club, Mr Halford has attended and supported countless local fundraising fairs, food distribution appeals, assisting the severely disabled and more.

Nick Halford said: “I was introduced to Lionism by my father, who was a charter member of the club from 1974.

"I supported him in various club activities such as programme selling for their annual Donkey Derby, and collecting pledges for a local radio charity appeal.

"This continued until my father passed away suddenly in 1980, when I became a member of the club.

"The social side of the club has been very enjoyable for my wife Ann and me.

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"Spending time with like-minded people at various events such as a local quiz, treasure hunt or safari supper are just a few examples.

"On a wider scale, we have attended meetings of other UK Lions Clubs when visiting a different part of the country, and made to feel very welcome.

"Participating in international exchanges with our twinned clubs has been rather special too."

Nigel Page, president, Wokingham Lions Club, said: “Nick is the epitome of what the Lions Club stands for – supporting those in need, raising funds for local charities, and helping the community.”