Groups
Our self-funded groups reflect the wide range of interests, skills and experience of members, all groups are open to all members, no commitment, although some groups are limited in numbers. Groups are run using WhatsApp group communications. More details will be provided in your welcome email or at your new members meeting.
Arts, Exhibitions
& Museums
Lead Sue B
Every 4-6 weeks we visit a wide variety of art galleries, museums and exhibitions.
With lunch options and a well deserved drink at the end.
Past trips include Faberge at V&A, Tiffany at Saatchi, Tate Britain, Royal Academy, Foundling and Charles Dickens Museums​
Arts & Craft
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Lead Jayne H
Two afternoons a week members meet to develop their artistic and crafting skills. Currently members are using watercolours and cardmaking. Adhoc sessions such as mosaic making have also been arranged
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This group is now full.
Beading
Lead Hilary T
Small groups of members learn the art of beading, making bracelets, pendants and items for fundraising and personal use
Cycling
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Lead Agnes
For members who enjoy cycling. No fixed schedule of days or times, but weather permitting arrangements for a group cycle made through WhatsApp
Events
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Lead Laura & Pam
Adhoc event planning for all members to enjoy social outings. Can incorporate a visit, a show, horse racing or awayday.
Free at the
Weekend​
Lead Tessa & Hilary
A WhatsApp group for members to reach out when they would like some company
Gardening
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Lead Sue B
Members meet every 6-8 weeks to visit gardens and flower shows. In between visits members swap tips, share seeds and cuttings. There is an annual fundraising plant sale hosted by a member. Past outings include Cambridge Botanical garden, RHS Wisley, Superbloom at the Tower, Sissinghurst, Sky Garden and Benington Lordship.
Knitting & Crochet
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Lead Frances
Members meet every 2-3 weeks with their own projects or fundraising activities and as well as a relaxing knit and natter, share knitting and crochet knowledge and pass on skills to less experienced members
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This group is now full.
Knitting & Crafts
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Lead Various
Members meet every Tuesday at St Johns Church Garden Room, 2pm to 4pm
(after the Welcome Space Lunch)
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Attend as and when you can.
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Lunch & Supper
Club
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Leads Nikki & Tessa
Members meet every 4-6 weeks to enjoy either lunch or supper at local restaurants.
Past events include lunch at the Old Guinea, Christmas supper at Builders Arms and Chinese New Year at the Regency
Mahjong -
Morning
Lead Linda
Members meet each week to learn Mahjong, and enjoy a chat over coffee and biscuits.
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This group is now full.
Mah jong -
Evening
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Lead Sue B
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Following the success of the morning session, evening sessions were introduced for those unable to make mornings. Weekly or bi-weekly evenings for beginners and more experienced players enjoying drinks and snacks
Quizzers
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Lead Linda
The 'Magnificent Gems' meet monthly at the Cock o' the North Monday quiz.
The team also meets to take part in adhoc quiz events and host our own fund raising quiz events
Theatre & Cinema
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Lead Frances & Mirella
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Adhoc theatre or cinema events are posted by members to find others to go with.
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Walking
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Lead June W
This friendly and welcoming group meet every Thursday for a short walk followed by coffee.
Some members meet fortnightly to do longer Health Walks and walking companions are also available on Saturday mornings.
Welcome Space
Lead Barbara T
This is a group of volunteers who meet every Tuesday to provide lunch, coffee and company for the local community in liaison with a local church.
Every fortnight other WI members are invited along to use the warm space for a charity crafting session