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
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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
We meet in the afternoon where Kathy provides her expert knowledge and guidance to members to develop their artistic and crafting skills. Members use watercolour’s to produce paintings, Christmas and birthday cards using Kathy’s techniques.
Please contact Jayne to see if there are any vacancies
Arts & Farts
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Lead Linda
The Group is generally held at Thompsons Garden Centre in Crews Hill at the Pots of Arts
area. Members enjoy pottery painting, coffee and lunch. Members have so far created
some wonderful items.
We have now started to explore other crafts and workshops such as Floral Jewellery Resin and are now attracting more members to the group
Beading
Lead Hilary T
Small groups of members learn the art of beading, making bracelets, pendants and items for fundraising and personal use
Book Clubs
(A) Lead Martina
A group of 12 members who gather to explore diverse genres, share insights, and enjoy lively discussions, fostering a love for literature.​
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Book Clubs
(B) Lead Ann
We meet in the Cubby at the Old Manor, on the third Monday evening of every month 7.30-8.45pm
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This group is now full.
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
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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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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Members meet every 6-8 weeks to enjoy lunch or supper at local restaurants.
Members are now asked to volunteer to arrange each individual event.
Please contact a Committee Member if you would like to arrange a lunch or supper.
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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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
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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
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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