Life in Knutsford is captured in a 40 ft tapestry containing 6,500,000 stitches in three panels named Tatton, Canute and Toft. It is a truly amazing piece of art featuring a vast range of very detailed buildings and scenes. One of the original WI supporters of the project will share her insights and details of […]
Quiz time again! our quiz is played in teams of 4, but if your WI wants to enter less than that you can join with other quizzers. At the interval a light supper of sandwiches and homemade cake will be served along with a soft drink. Closing date: Tuesday 23rd June 2026 Application form (click […]
A rare opportunity for a special, private tour of the archives when the museum is closed to the public. This include behind the scenes storage and examples of WI materials. Tea and biscuits will be provided, but you may want to bring a packed lunch as the museum facilities will not be available. There […]
Create TWO fabulous floral gifts expertly guided by Alison Scrimshaw. A mini arrangement to decorate a bottle and an arrangement in a decorative handbag. All materials provided. Coffee & biscuits on arrival. Closing date: Tuesday 23rd June 2026. Application form (click here)
Poetry Please and Afternoon Tea. Thursday July 30th from 13.30 to 15.30 at Cambo Village Hall. The event will be hosted by the ladies of Cambo WI who will serve you with one of their renowned afternoon teas. As with the Radio 4 programme of that name (any listeners amongst you?) please bring along a favourite poem (not too long!!), perhaps share with […]
Goldwork Workshop. Busy Bee Coaster. Your tutor for the day will be Marian Fairless and with her you will learn some basic goldwork techniques using threads and fine wires on silk. The finished image of a bee will be made into a coaster. All materials will be provided. Time. 10 for coffee to start at 10.30. Finish at 3.30 so please bring […]
Federation quiz heats - teams of 4 please. All heats will take place on the same date at the same time to avoid any cheating (as if we would!) Cost: £15 per team. Closing date 1st September Venues: Newbrough / Wideopen / Ulgham Download application form here: Federation Quiz 2026
Federation quiz heats - teams of 4 please. All heats will take place on the same date at the same time to avoid any cheating (as if we would!) Cost: £15 per team. Closing date 1st September Venues: Newbrough / Wideopen / Ulgham Download application form here: Federation Quiz 2026
Federation quiz heats - teams of 4 please. All heats will take place on the same date at the same time to avoid any cheating (as if we would!) Cost: £15 per team. Closing date 1st September Venues: Newbrough / Wideopen / Ulgham Download application form here: Federation Quiz 2026
Hancock Museum talk 6 October 2026 Dr Rachel Anderson, Heritage Researcher, will give a talk about the history and current role of the Hancock Museum. Have you ever wondered where it started and why it became the Hancock Museum? Come along and find out. There will be an illustrated talk and copies of interesting material from the archive. The meeting will start with tea/coffee […]