“So you think you’re in charge!” (Session two) An informal get-together will be held on Thursday 26th June 2025 in Cresswell House, when current (and future) WI Presidents will talk about the part they play in the running of their WI with WI Advisers Moira Bengtson and Marj Read. This is a good opportunity to be […]
Many women suffer from Osteoporosis. Would you like to know more about it? Come along to Cresswell House on 15th July, 2pm when Sue Jackson from the Osteoporosis Society will give us more information and be able to answer your questions. £7 p.person (includes tea/coffee & cake) Closing date 30th June 2025.
The Craft committee are taking to the road!. This event will take place at Breamish Hall, Powburn. Two different crafts will be offered with all materials and equipment provided. There will be a morning and an afternoon session with a fabulous cold lunch included. Crafts will include Felt projects, Decopatch and/or Paper Cutting. Closing […]
Polish up your quizzing skills again to prepare for our Summer Quiz. You will play in teams of 4 but can enter as a team from your W.I. or from your W.I. as threes, pairs or singly. We start at 7pm. There will be an interval for supper of sandwiches and cake, served with a […]
If you are new to the WI, we would like to invite you to come along to Cresswell House on Saturday 12th July 2025 from 10:30 am til 12:30 (Office opens at 10:00) for an informal morning of chart over tea/coffee & biscuits! There is ample car parking space. No charge, but, of course we […]
Destination - Corbridge. the application form and full details will be out with the June Newsletter. Walk will start at 6pm and finish about 7:30. A stroll of a couple of miles to look at interesting landmarks in Corbridge, there are lots of eateries to choose from to finish your evening. Cost £5.00 per person.
EVENT CANCELLED!
The visit to Trinity House last year was very popular with many people balloted out. We have arranged another visit on Thursday 25 September 2025, starting at 11.00 am. There will be coffee and biscuits while introducing the tour. The tour should end about 1 pm. This is a fascinating building, off the Quayside, used […]
If you have ever wondered about the science behind your scones rising and your jam setting, come along and find out more at our ‘The Science behind the Cream Tea’ event on Thur 25th Sept. 7 – 9pm £8.50 (includes a well risen Scone & Set Jam!). Closing date 9th Sept. Application form: Science […]
Once again, we will be returning to the RGS in Newcastle for our Annual Council Meeting. Each WI is expected to send a voting delegate (fee of charge) and observer places are available at £8.50 each. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to find out more about the past year's activities and hear from […]