About Us

We are a Rotary Fellowship

ICFR (International Caravanning Fellowship of Rotarians) was started in 1967 by a group of British Rotarians led by Robert Sutcliffe, who decided to travel with their caravans to the RI Convention at Nice in France. Since 1967 similar Rotary groups have been established all over the globe; in France, the Netherlands, Germany, North America, New Zealand and Australia. Different continents, different languages but one simple concept, fun and fellowship with fellow Rotarians.

Recent rule changes, now allow anyone who shares Rotary values, to join ICFR, using your own caravan, campervan or motorhome.

What do We do ?

During the day, on most days at a rally we all just do our own thing, exploring the local area – or just relaxing. On some days there might be a group walk or a group visit to some local tourist attraction.

In the evening, we get together to enjoy a variety of social events, mostly very informal. BBQ’s; suppers; social evenings; quizzes and entertainments (sometimes home-made!).

What sort of rallies ?

Local
We have about 20 local rallies each year. . These smaller rallies are organised by people who are able to use their local knowledge to our advantage.
They generally last for five to seven nights and involve 12 to 20 units (i.e. 24 to 40 people).
National
We also organise a couple of larger national rallies with unlimited numbers, perhaps ranging up to 120 people at an AGM rally.
Conference
When there is sufficient interest we endeavour to organise rallies to coincide with RI or RIBI conferences.
European
Each year we usually have continental rallies, they are usually from two to four weeks in duration.
Intercontinental
Every few years we have an intercontinental fly/hire rally. Our 2017 trip had nearly forty British and South African Rotarians and partners touring South Africa. A similar trip to South Africa, Botswana and Namibia is being planned for 2027.
Other long-distance destinations have included New Zealand and North America.

Membership

Membership of ICFR is open to Rotarians and their partners, family members and anyone who shares similar values to those of Rotarians

If you would like to join ICFR.

First, check these eligibility criteria.

Then complete the online Membership Form.

You can contact our Membership Secretary, Gerard Turley, via our Contact page.