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UID:7010-1788444000-1788451200@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Programme Planning - Sept 2026 (event code: 2619)
DESCRIPTION:Come along to get some ideas and tips on how to plan your programmes.  Share ideas about what went well and what to avoid….  and have some fun… \n  \n  \nDownload application form here:   Programme Planning application form
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/programme-planning-sept-2026/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Membership Support
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T210000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260426T084915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T085622Z
UID:6828-1789671600-1789678800@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Federation Quiz heats.   (event code 2611)
DESCRIPTION: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!) \nCost:  £15 per team.   Closing date 1st September \nVenues:   Newbrough   /  Wideopen  /  Ulgham \nDownload application form here:  Federation Quiz 2026 \n 
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/federation-quiz-heats-event-code-2611/
LOCATION:Newbrough Town Hall\, Town Hall\, The Stanegate\, Newbrough\, Northumberland\, NE47 5AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Federation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T210000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260426T085313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T085604Z
UID:6831-1789671600-1789678800@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Federation Quiz heats.   (event code 2611)
DESCRIPTION: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!) \nCost:  £15 per team.   Closing date 1st September \nVenues:   Newbrough   /  Wideopen  /  Ulgham \nDownload application form here:   Federation Quiz 2026 \n 
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/federation-quiz-heats-event-code-2611-2/
LOCATION:saint columba’s church hall\, Wideopen\, NE13 6NH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Federation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T210000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260426T085528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T085546Z
UID:6835-1789671600-1789678800@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Federation Quiz heats.   (event code 2611)
DESCRIPTION: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!) \nCost:  £15 per team.   Closing date 1st September \nVenues:   Newbrough   /  Wideopen  /  Ulgham \nDownload application form here:   Federation Quiz 2026 \n 
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/federation-quiz-heats-event-code-2611-3/
LOCATION:Ulgham WI Hall\, Grangemoor Road\, Ulgham\, Northumberland\, NE61 3AW
CATEGORIES:Federation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T153000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260625T125652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T125652Z
UID:6935-1790085600-1790091000@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hancock Museum Talk  (event code: 2622)
DESCRIPTION: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 and cake at 2 pm. and will end at 3.30 pm. The cost is £8.00. Closing date 22 September 2026. \n  \nDownload application form here:   PA – Hancock Museum Talk Sept 2026
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/hancock-museum-talk-event-code-2622/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Public Affairs and Education
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T123000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260625T123039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T175014Z
UID:6928-1790416800-1790425800@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Jen's WI Competition Biscuits  (event code: 2620) *****CANCELLED *******
DESCRIPTION:******  EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF NUMBERS  ******* \n  \nJoin our very experienced baker\, Jen Dover\, as she demonstrates the baking of her WI entries of sweet and savoury biscuits plus a delicious no bake tray bake.  All to be tasted at the end of the session.  Recipes will be available (please note\, these are NOT gluten free recipes).  Tea & coffee on arrival and at tasting. \nTime:  10 for 10:30 until 12:30 \nCost £12 pp\,  closing date 8th September \n  \nDownload application form here:  Jen’s WI Competition Biscuits (event code: 2620)
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/jens-wi-competition-biscuits-event-code-2620/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T123000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260831T083909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T090757Z
UID:7014-1790418600-1790425800@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Treasurer's Coffee Morning - Sept 2026 (event code: 2628)
DESCRIPTION:Rosie and Julie our two IFEs will be hosting an informal coffee morning for those who wish to come along and have an informal time with them\, asking questions etc. \n  \nDownload application form here:  Treasurer’s Coffee Morning application form \n  \n 
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/treasurers-coffee-morning-sept-2026/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Membership Support
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T150000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260625T125047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T082116Z
UID:6931-1791021600-1791039600@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Northumberland Federation Annual Council Meeting - Oct 2026  (event code 2621)
DESCRIPTION:Federation Annual Council Meeting – Saturday 3rd October. 11:00 – 15:00 \nOnce again we will be holding our Annual event at the RGS in Newcastle. Full details are with your Secretaries. This year we will be entertained by two wonderful speakers as well as voting on two resolutions: ‘Adoption of revised Northumberland Federation’s Articles of Association’ and ‘Centenary Bursary’ There will also be the Federation pop up shop. This is a chance for you to meet the Federation team and get an overview on the past year’s activities. Delegates free of charge\, observers £8.50. Closing date 14 Sept. \n  \nApplication form here:  https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ANNUAL-COUNCIL-MEETING-2026.pdf
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/northumberland-federation-annual-council-meeting-oct-2026-event-code-2621/
LOCATION:Royal Grammar School\, Eskdale Terrace\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE2 4DX
CATEGORIES:Federation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261012T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261012T153000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260625T130131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T153734Z
UID:6938-1791801000-1791819000@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Busy Bee Coaster - Goldwork Embroidery workshop (event code: 2623)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTime. 10 for coffee to start at 10.30. Finish at 3.30 so please bring a packed lunch. Venue. Cresswell House. Cost pp. £20. Closing date for applications. Tuesday September 29th. \nDownload application form here: CC GOLDWORK Oct 2026 \n 
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/busy-bee-coaster-goldwork-embroidery-workshop-event-code-2623/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261019T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261019T140000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260625T130616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T130616Z
UID:6941-1792407600-1792418400@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Jigsaw competition (event code: 2624)
DESCRIPTION:Jigsaw Competition. Remember you play in teams of 3 but WIs can enter one or two ladies and they will make up teams on the day.   Date. Monday October 19th. Time. 11am to 2pm. Venue. Cresswell House. There will be a break for a light sweet and savoury lunch. Please make sure you notify us of any dietary requirements. Cost pp. £11.00 Closing date for applications. Tuesday October 6th. \n  \nDownload application form here:   AL JIGSAW COMPETITION Oct 2026
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/jigsaw-competition-event-code-2624/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Arts & Leisure
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261117
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260625T131310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T131310Z
UID:6944-1794700800-1794873599@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas at Chatsworth (Event code: 2626)
DESCRIPTION:A fabulous overnight trip involving a stop off at Meadowhall Shopping Centre\, then on to hotel for Dinner\, Bed & Breakfast.  Next day – Chatsworth house Christmas… \nCost £195pp (based on two people sharing)   or £225 for single occupancy. \nClosing date:  14 September. \n  \nDownload application form here:   CHRISTMAS AT CHATSWORTH WITH MEADOWNHALL 2026
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/christmas-at-chatsworth-event-code-2626/
LOCATION:Chatsworth House\, Bakewell\, Derbyshire\, DE45 1PP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Federation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260625T131637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T134333Z
UID:6948-1794942000-1794949200@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:A Career in Forensics (event code: 2625)
DESCRIPTION:A Career in Forensics (tales of a fingerprint expert) Tue 17 November 2026. If you wondered how fingerprints help solve crimes\, join former expert Judith Kirby for an engaging talk exploring real cases\, the science behind fingerprint identification and the realities of working in Forensic investigations. 7 – 9 pm Cresswell Hs. £8 pp\, Closing date 30 October 2026. \n  \nDownload application form here: A Career in Forensics
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/a-career-in-forensics-event-code-2625/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Public Affairs and Education
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261128T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261128T170000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260831T084751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T090723Z
UID:7017-1795860000-1795885200@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Multi Craft Day - Nov 2026 (event code: 2629)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Christmas themed craft day. All your materials\, equipment and tuition will be provided for you to produce a Festive Card\, a Decorated Candle and a Needle Worked Brooch. \nLunch\, suitable for vegetarians\, is also provided and a gluten free option can be available if asked for. \n  \nDownload application form here:  Christmas Multi Craft Day application form
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/christmas-multi-craft-day-nov-2026/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261203T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261203T140000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260831T085719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T090658Z
UID:7022-1796306400-1796306400@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas at The Cathedral - Dec 2026 (event code: 2631)
DESCRIPTION:Come along and start the festive celebrations with readings and song – if you’ve been to this event previously\, you will know just how wonderful it is… \n  \nDownload booking form here:   :Christmas at The Cathedral booking form
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/christmas-at-the-cathedral-dec-2026/
LOCATION:Newcastle Cathedral\, St. Nicholas Square\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Federation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261205T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261205T130000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20260831T090357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T090632Z
UID:7026-1796464800-1796475600@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Cracker event - Dec 2026 (event code: 2630)
DESCRIPTION:Something a bit different! …..we shall be holding the above event at Cresswell House. The event will be ticketed\, and the price of the ticket will include a hot drink and seasonal sweet treat as well as entry into the ‘Cresswell Christmas Cracker’ . One third of the money from the ticket sales will go into the Cracker and provide 1 st prize in the raffle (other prizes will be available)\, all money raised will be for the Federation funds For the first time\, individual Ws will be able to ‘hire’ a table for £15 to display their wares\, run a chocolate tombola\, make cakes\, preserves\, bric a brac\, bran tub etc. all money going to their own WI. \nAs space is limited\, there will be a limited number of tables permitted and these will be reserved on a first come\, first served basis as long as the booking fee of £15 (non-refundable) is paid – so don’t wait for the closing date on this one!. The table must be manned by the members of the WI in whose name the booking is made\, and the table will be one of the standard ones at Cresswell House and no other space is available. All items left at the end of the event must be taken away. When booking\, you must state what your table will be ‘selling’ as we don’t want too many duplicates. Applications for your Cracker ticket and for a WI table of goodies are below and must be accompanied by the correct amount . This event is open to WI members and guests\, tickets will also be available on the door on the day. \nDownload booking form here:  Christmas Cracker Event booking form
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/christmas-cracker-event-dec-2026/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
CATEGORIES:Federation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261210T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261210T153000
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20261002T111828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T112819Z
UID:7085-1796909400-1796916600@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas 'Beetle' Drive - Dec 2026 - Event code 2633
DESCRIPTION:Help get your festive season started by coming to our Christmas Beetle Drive.  This year our ‘beetle’ is Frosty the Snowman.  Enjoy Christmas cake and cheese.  Also Tea/Coffee. \n£9 per peson.  Closing date 1st December 2026 \nDownload application form here:  Christmas Beetle Drive App form Dec 26 \n 
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/christmas-beetle-drive-dec-2026-event-code-2633/
LOCATION:Cresswell House\, 11/12 Brenkley Way\, Blezard Business Park\, Seaton Burn\, Northumberland\, NE13 6DS
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270302
DTSTAMP:20261025T213000
CREATED:20261002T112451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T074010Z
UID:7090-1803859200-1803945599@northumberlandwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Dominio Competition 2027 - Event code: 2701
DESCRIPTION:Sign up now for the 2027 competition.  An excellent opportunity to spend an afternoon / evening meeting ladies from other WIs in far flung corners of Northumberland.  Dates & Venues are arranged per match. \nTeams of 4 (can be more than 1 team per WI) \nNo prior experience required.   Enquire here if you want/need more info. \nMatches played from March to Sept.   £10 per team (to cover admin & supper for final)  Closing date: 2nd Feb 2027 \nDownload application form here:  Domino competition app form 2027
URL:https://northumberlandwi.org.uk/event/dominio-competition-2027-event-code-2701/
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