An informal get-together will be held on Tuesday 27 June 2023 in Cresswell House, when current (and future) WI Secretaries will talk about the part they play in the running of their WI with WI Advisers Karen Wynne and Jenny McLean. This is a good opportunity to be brought up-to-date on National and Federation matters, […]
Come to Cresswell House on Saturday 1 July at 10am to be greeted with a hot drink and biscuits then on the dot of 10:30 move into the Demo kitchen for a whole day to watch and enjoy the near magical creation of a variety of Italian breads. The baker will be the very experienced […]
We are excited to offer you a trip to Paxton House, in the Borders next to the river Tweed on Wednesday 5 July. Come join us on a tour of the beautiful historic house and explore the extensive grounds for £35. Price includes entry and coach travel. This trip is for members only but will […]
Marj on the Move – Bardon Mill Hello ladies, many people really enjoyed the Chairman’s Roadshows last year and this year Marj will be on the move on the road once again. The first two of four venues are Widdrington WI and Bardon Mill. There will be tea, lots of delicious cake, a raffle in […]
The committee has worked with Newbrough WI to offer this ramble around their picturesque town in the Tyne valley. It is a moderate walk of 4.13 miles with a gradual incline to a view over the valley. Our guide will be a Northumberland National Park trained walker with a current Outside First Aid Certificate. The […]
The re-arranged date for the above event has been set for Saturday 15 July at 10.30 am. If you are new to the WI, come along to Cresswell House for an informal morning of chat over tea/coffee, scones and biscuits! There is ample car parking space. No charge but, of course, we need to know […]
Please ensure your nomination forms are returned to Cresswell House on or before 14 August 2023
Marj on the Move – Cresswell House Hello ladies, many people really enjoyed the Chairman’s Roadshows last year and this year Marj will be on the move on the road once again. The second two of four venues are Cresswell House (in the evening) and at Henderson Hall, Alnmouth. There will be tea, lots of […]
On Thursday 7 September 2023 join us for an interesting walk in this old cemetery, the resting place for many famous local people. Jesmond Old Cemetery is a Victorian cemetery in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, founded in 1834. It contains two Grade II listed buildings and seven Grade II listed monuments as well as […]
Come to Cresswell House on 11 September at 10am for a 10:30 start, to join new to the wider Federation, Yasmin Sayed Ahmed, from Layla’s Kitchen. She will demonstrate a delicious tagine, with salad and couscous all food native to her homeland of Egypt. As is our way, there will be tips, hints as well […]