Lion Nigel’s decision to become a Lion was influenced by  shadowing the late Lion John Bennett MJF, for three months. This hands-on experience gave Lion Nigel a first-hand look at the impact the Lions have on the community, and solidified his belief that joining the Lions was the right choice to make. The mentorship and guidance from Lion John played a significant role in this decision, showing him the values and camaraderie within the club.

Lion Terri had a wonderful experience as a young Lion (Leo) in Balsall Common years ago. The fun and fulfillment she found in community service during her youth left a lasting impression on her. Now, having settled into a new community, she felt a strong desire to give back and contribute positively to the place she now calls home. Rejoining the Lions Club was a natural choice for her, as it allowed her to reconnect with the values of service and camaraderie that she cherished as a Leo. 

Lion Brian has been a Lion since February 2020. Yes, that's it - right before Covid struck! Lion Brian is the Social Media lead at Chepstow and Caldicot Lions, and also assists a number of other clubs with their IT social media needs.

This is the interview that started the Meet the Lions series when it was first trialled way back during COVID times. In this post we meet Lion Brian P.

Lion Nadine (Dee to you and me) decided to become a Lion as she had already volunteered with Chepstow Round Table as Chair of the Ladies Circle for many years. The Round Table Ladies Circle unfortunately had to close due to low numbers. Lions had always been familiar to Nadine so she decided to enrol, allowing her to continue giving and supporting in the local community.

Why did Cobi decide to become a Lion? Cobi has always been a Friend of the Lions growing up.  He believes in 'giving back', and having become a part of a new religion has made him more passionate about giving to charity. 

Charity and giving back to the community has always been a passion of Lion Farah. They are one of the pillars of Islam, and this gives Lion Farah the platform to give back. Farah's In-laws introduced her to Caldicot and Chepstow Lions, as they have been members, and friends of the Lions, for many years and by doing so this also allows Lion Farah to carry on our grandparents' in-laws' legacy.

Lion President Denise became a Lion as she wanted to join a volunteer organisation that would help those in need,  locally. Many large organisations are more nationally focused, but Lions support people in their immediate localities. She finds volunteering to support those in need very rewarding. It’s allowed Lion Denise to use previously gained skills and introduced her to many new friends. 

Lion Alex joined the Lions to help his local community, make new connections, and to help rebuild confidence after being made redundant at work.

Leo the Lion has been a Lion for as long as he can remember. He absolutely loves dancing and jigging around at Lions events, entertaining children, adults, and pets, or even just making them smile. Here he is at one of our mane events (pardon the pun) - Caldicot Lights Switch On - which he loves to do every year. 

Lion Andrea has been involved over the years as a Friend of the Lions, helping out a little bit on occasions. From a family point of view, as the children have now grown, and they have time available - Andrea wanted to 'give back' and volunteer in the local community.

Rachel decided to become a Lion to support an organisation that meant so much to the late John Robinson, a former Lion, and a man very dear to Lion Rachel's heart. Rachel also wanted to do more to help and support others in her local community, just as she has been helped in the past.