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 […]
Starting Point: Car Park at Stannington Village Hall. NE61 6EL. Time: 13.00 to 13.30 for a staggered start and safety briefing. Bedlington WI’s planned route will showcase areas of south-east Northumberland not yet visited by this annual event. It will follow quiet country lanes and reveal some hidden gems. You will return to Stannington for […]
After the success of last year's competition, we will be holding another one this year. Teams of 3 competing to complete a 500 piece jigsaw in a specific time. A team can be made up from a single WI or multiple WIs. Application forms are with your Secretary. The cost includes a light savoury […]
Our next 'Lunch with Chairman' event takes us back to Hexham Mart. Our speaker for the afternoon is Mitch Bridgewater. Mitch was a contestant on The Great British Sewing Bee and will be telling us all the behind the scenes tales and just what it is like to be a contestant in a TV show. […]
An introduction to Blackwork Embroidery. This is a 2 session event. Friday 17th and Monday 20th October. The course will be led by Marion Fairless who will teach you basic Blackwork techniques and you will complete a sampler on day 1 and a small decorative piece on day 2. All fabrics, yarns and hoops will […]