Peter Jenkinson Elected President of Wombwell Probus Club

THERE is a new face at the helm of a popular club aiming to provide friendship and fun to its retired members.
By Antony Clay
Published 18th Jul 2023, 07:45 BST
Updated 18th Jul 2023, 07:55 BST
Retiring President George Young (left), welcoming new President, Peter Jenkinson. (Photo Credit: Wombwell Probus Club)Retiring President George Young (left), welcoming new President, Peter Jenkinson. (Photo Credit: Wombwell Probus Club)
Retiring President George Young (left), welcoming new President, Peter Jenkinson. (Photo Credit: Wombwell Probus Club)

Peter Jenkinson has been elected as the president of Wombwell Probus Club.

He takes over from retiring president George Young.

Mr Jenkinson has been a member of the club — which meets on the first Tuesday of each month at St Michael’s & All Angels church hall on Park Street, Wombwell — for five years.

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Spokesman Anthony Pollard said: “Peter said that the club’s motto was ‘friendship, fellowship and fun’ and expressed the hope that we could encourage an increase in new members.

“Members meet to enjoy the company of like-minded fellow retirees, to explore new interests and hobbies, have regular outings, and listen to a range of interesting guest speakers.

“In the summer we meet regularly for crown green bowling sessions at Platts Common Green.”

Anyone who is retired, or nearing retirement, can find out more by calling Ann on 01226 756471.

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