Do you want to set up social media or a website for your WI? Do you have questions about how best to promote your WI on social media? Have you got a new phone or tablet that you need help with? If the answer is yes, then book a place on our FREE Digital Drop-In […]

Murray Jacobs a Cambridge Green Badge Guide running ‘Hidden Cambridge.co.uk ‘.  He will introduce you to the must see streets in Cambridge including stories of a rather eventful visit by a monarch, student antics that hit the front page and intriguing details of Kings College Chapel, to name just a few.  Whether you know Cambridge […]

Calling All Treasurers!  At last – a chance to get together in person and meet other Treasurers.  No matter how long you have been a Treasurer it is always good to share some of your best practices and pick up some tips. You may have a concern you want to chat over or you a […]

Calling All Treasurers! At last – a chance to get together in person and meet other Treasurers.  No matter how long you have been a Treasurer it is always good to share some of your best practices and pick up some tips. You may have a concern you want to chat over or you a […]

Calling All Treasurers! At last – a chance to get together in person and meet other Treasurers.  No matter how long you have been a Treasurer it is always good to share some of your best practices and pick up some tips. You may have a concern you want to chat over or you a […]

EARLY BIRD BOOKING DISCOUNT FOR MEMBERS - BOOK BY 31st JANUARY @ £22.50 Non member price £28pp Would you like your cupcakes to WOW? Now is your opportunity to develop the skills to do so at this cake decorating workshop. In the morning you will learn how to colour and condition fondant so that you […]

Come and enjoy a morning of fun, learning the art of Belly Dancing.  No experience necessary.  The Tutor, Kay Beighton, will provide costumes to wear during the workshop.

Dust off those walking boots for our first walk of 2022 at Blue House Farm Nature Reserve, North Fambridge. A beautiful setting next to the River Crouch. The warden, Harry, will lead us around this wonderful natural area. Lunch can be ordered at the newly renovated Ferry Boat Inn on the day. All welcome! Meet […]

At this interesting meeting you will have the opportunity to hear details of each of the Resolutions on this year's short-list. There will also be the chance to discuss and debate these choices and find out more about the resolution process.  Hosted by FEWI's Resolutions Co-ordinator Laura Pisaneschi. Everyone is welcome - if you are […]

EARLY BIRD MEMBERS TICKET BOOK BY 21st FEBRUARY £27 NON MEMBERS £33 Would you like to learn the skills that are tested on the BBC's Great British Sewing Bee? If yes then why not join our workshop to learn/improve your machine sewing techniques and knowledge.   The workshop will cover: pattern markings, checking a pattern […]

Why not join us to try out Bowling on an outdoor artificial Bowling Green. Find out how addictive Bowling can be, it gets you out in the fresh air and helps you exercise without you really knowing it. It is a good way of making new friends and is a lot of fun. Join us […]

EARLY BIRD RATE £20 - BOOK BY 28TH FEBRUARY 2022 NON MEMBER RATE £23 We last dabbled together in 2019 so we are delighted to announce that we will be dabbling again at WI centre. This day will consist of two crafts for you to participate in - a Dorset button and a Fabric Flower […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to 6 new speakers.  Teas and coffees will be available but please bring your own mug.  You are welcome to bring a packed lunch and stay […]

Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  Then come along to a training session with WI Advisers, Jan and Angie, and allow us to take the uncertainties away.  The roles are important but only as onerous as you want them to be.  As with […]

Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  Then come along to a training session with WI Advisers, Jan and Angie, and allow us to take the uncertainties away.  The roles are important but only as onerous as you want them to be.  As with […]

EARLY BIRD TICKET £48 Book by 31st March 2022 NON MEMBERS £55 Just in time for those of you planning to complete flower arrangements for the Jubilee Weekend we are offering a jubilee themed floral workshop at WI Centre. Your tutor for the workshop is Susan Horne, NAFAS Qualified Area Demonstrator and Tutor, who has […]

EARLY BIRD MEMBER PRICE £40 - BOOK BY 31ST MARCH 2022 NON MEMBER PRICE £49 The Cookery & Creative Crafts Committee is pleased to welcome a new Tutor, Nik Ravenscroft, to run a goldwork workshop. Goldwork embroidery dates back thousands of years with its roots in religious and royal embroidery and the English were renowned […]

All FEWI Climate Ambassadors are warmly welcomed to the WI Centre for a good catch up, sharing ideas and experiences over afternoon tea. All WI members who are concerned about climate change and would like to know, or do, more, or those wanting to find out about being a Climate Ambassador are very welcome to […]

FEWI is delighted to invite members to our 105th County Annual Meeting.  Along with our usual business of the day we are pleased to confirm that our speaker will be broadcaster and journalist Jennie Bond and our entertainment will be provided by community choir The Big Sing.  We are also inviting a selection of traders to tempt you […]

EARLY BIRD PRICE £32 - BOOK BY 30/04/22 NON MEMBERS £38 We are delighted to welcome back to WI Centre the fabulous Pat Lumsdale who will teach you how to make a handy tote bag and quilt it too. This 12”x 12” x 5” bag is a useful size for your bits and pieces whether […]

Meeting at Liverpool Street Station at 10am, we will travel by underground to Westminster and walk to Buckingham Palace where you will witness the Guard Change (if scheduled this day) and be given an explanation of the history of Buckingham Palace and its day-to-day workings. From here witness the new Cavalry Guard making its way […]

Welcoming all new Treasurers (plus any treasurers who would like a refresher). We will cover many of the areas of your role and you will have a chance to meet other new Treasurers. Some of our Independent Financial Examiners (IFEs) will be on hand with Federation Treasurer Moyra Jackson and, together, we can hopefully answer […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to 6 new speakers.  Teas and coffees will be available but please bring your own mug.  You are welcome to bring a packed lunch and stay […]

Come and join us for a Summer Literary Lunch, as part of our celebrations of our Queen’s Platinum Anniversary. A two course lunch will be served at this delightful venue Our after lunch speaker will be the very entertaining author, Sarah Harrison. Your choice of menu: MAINS:   Chicken Supreme with white wine & mushroom sauce, […]

Ever wanted to learn to crochet or know somebody who does? You will learn basic crochet stitches and complete a “granny square”. Our crochet tutors will provide guidance and advice on developing your newfound crochet skills and future projects you may feel inspired to try.  All the materials for the morning session will be provided […]

Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  Then come along to a training session with WI Advisers, Jan and Angie, and allow us to take the uncertainties away.  The roles are important but only as onerous as you want them to be.  As with […]

Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  Then come along to a training session with WI Advisers, Jan and Angie, and allow us to take the uncertainties away.  The roles are important but only as onerous as you want them to be.  As with […]

Early bird ticket price £28 if booked before 31st May Non members £33 Ever wanted to learn to patchwork. Now C&CC are offering you the opportunity to try this diverse craft. This workshop is concentrating on one aspect of patchwork, American blocks, and you will also learn a basic quilting technique.   At the end […]

    As part of our programme of Literary Lunches, come and join us for a sumptuous lunch. Our after lunch speaker will be the very entertaining author, Amanda Campbell. Bestselling author AJ Campbell is an alumna of the Faber Academy and published her debut novel Leave Well Alone in August 2020, described as ‘a gripping story […]

Welcoming all new Treasurers (plus any treasurers who would like a refresher). We will cover many of the areas of your role and you will have a chance to meet other new Treasurers. Some of our Independent Financial Examiners (IFEs) will be on hand with Federation Treasurer Moyra Jackson and, together, we can hopefully answer […]

POSTPONED FROM 19/7/22 Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  Then come along to a training session with WI Advisers, Jan and Angie, and allow us to take the uncertainties away.  The roles are important but only as onerous as you want them to […]

POSTPONED FROM 19/7/22 Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  Then come along to a training session with WI Advisers, Jan and Angie, and allow us to take the uncertainties away.  The roles are important but only as onerous as you want them to […]

Tuesday 13th September AND Tuesday 20th September Early bird price £52 book by 31st May Non-member price £56 Join Denman Tutor Pat Robson to make her Father Christmas Doorstop. This rather special old gentleman would stand at your door to welcome you through the festive season. He measures twenty inches high on a 6inch base […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to 6 new speakers.  Teas and coffees will be available but please bring your own mug.  You are welcome to bring a packed lunch and stay […]

Many WIs will be organising events to celebrate the Great Big Green Week 24th September-1st October 2022. Not to be outdone, FEWI have the wonderful Amanda Sutherland showing us how to upcycle our clothes. If you’re bored with your clothes why not bring them to our swishing event to swap them with others? Or, if […]

This is open to all but geared towards longer serving Treasurers. We will cover many of the areas of your role and you will have a chance to meet other Treasurers and share you good, and not so good, experiences with one another. Some of our Independent Financial Examiners (IFEs) will be on hand too, […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to 6 new speakers.  Teas and coffees will be available but please bring your own mug.  You are welcome to bring a packed lunch and stay […]

EARLY BIRD RATE £35 book by 31/7/22 NON-MEMBER RATE £39 We are excited to welcome a new tutor to WI Centre: Karen Ives an established textile artist and tutor with a studio in Braintree.  Karen is a member of 02Textiles, an exhibiting textile group who exhibit at RHS Hyde Hall.   This is a machine […]

Victoria Robertson is a wonderful horticulturalist and garden writer from Essex. She enjoys growing garden sculptures, is passionate about growing and planting in the famous walled garden at Copped Hall, Epping. Her Sculptures are life size, you will learn how they are made and how to look after them in your garden.

Non members £43.50 In collaboration with Chelmsford College, CCC are pleased to offer you a bread making day. During the day you will learn to make, and take home, white and brown bread; bun dough; naan breads; pittas and flatbreads. Your tutor for the day will be Hilary Hicks, who has been teaching cookery for […]

Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  Then come along to a training session with WI Adviser Jan, and allow us to take the uncertainties away.  The roles are important but only as onerous as you want them to be.  As with most things […]

Welcoming all new Treasurers (plus any treasurers who would like a refresher). We will cover many of the areas of your role and you will have a chance to meet other new Treasurers.  Some of our Independent Financial Examiners (IFEs) will be on hand with Federation Treasurer Moyra Jackson and, together, we can hopefully answer […]

Claire Salmon is a regular tutor for Denman Online. In this session, learn how to make your own personalised lined stockings, mini stocking bunting or advent calendar using plain and patterned fabrics, and a range of decorative techniques such as printing and applique. Her classes are easy to follow, and you will receive instructions and […]

Cambridge has one or two very well-known bridges, but only one has links to a famous Italian painter. Stephen Hawkins once said "Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet". Art lovers in Cambridge should ignore this advice. In fact, they should do exactly the opposite. If you are as […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to 6 new speakers.  Teas and coffees will be available but please bring your own mug.  You are welcome to bring a packed lunch and stay […]

If you are interested in social history and/or needlecraft then this is an event you cannot afford to miss. The morning will consist of two speakers:  Firstly -  Author, Liz Trenow who will be talking about her book “The forgotten Seamstress” which is based in Essex;  www.liztrenow.com Secondly - Dr. Tony Mansi on WW2 Canadian […]

2.30pm and 7.30pm   FEWI is delighted to announce the return of our annual Carol Concerts in St Mary the Virgin, Saffron Walden at 2.30 and 7.30.  Please ensure you select ​your preferred time when booking your ticket. St Mary’s is the largest non-cathedral church in Essex with an overall length of 183 feet and […]

Sarah Barclay is a journalist and author, having had a column in You Magazine and various other publications. She has been researching and writing Eden’s Keepers which is about Nancy Tennant who was born in Ugley, and, after the first World War, devoted herself to music and to the Women’s Institute, which was a new […]

Many WIs will be organising events to celebrate the Show the Love in February and for FEWI's celebration the wonderful Amanda Sutherland will be showing us how to upcycle our clothes. Or, if you’re bored with your clothes, why not bring them to our swishing event to swap them with others? Plus, bring your climate […]

The Osteoporosis Assessment Service will be visiting WI Centre with their heel ultrasound scanner (McCue CUBAClinical) which does not use X-rays but safe ultrasound signals. The bone density measured in the heel is strongly related to the hip and spine and is an excellent surrogate scanning site for osteoporosis assessments.  A small amount of ultrasound […]

RECORDING AVAILABLE - if you are unable to attend on the day, we have a recording ticket option.  The recording link will be emailed to you on Monday 6th March and will be available for 7 days. John Scott, currently of Sewing Street TV, has lived a varied life but, whether it's behind the scenes […]

Come along to WI Centre for plenty of bargains, craft supplies, books, kitchen equipment and so much more. First come first served at this bumper stash busting day. The WI Centre shop will also be open.

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to 6 new speakers.  Teas and coffees will be available but please bring your own mug.  You are welcome to bring a packed lunch and stay […]

POSTPONED FROM 21st JANUARY DUE TO ILLNESS Welcoming all new Treasurers (plus any treasurers who would like a refresher). We will cover many of the areas of your role including year end books and the Treasurer's Report for your Annual Meeting.  You will have a chance to meet other new Treasurers.  Some of our Independent […]

This is an exclusive event to see the conservation work at Burghley house, to enjoy the wonderful treasures displayed in the house and explore the gardens and grounds of this Elizabethan house. The coach leaves WI centre at 8am (sorry no further pick ups) arriving at Burghley 10.30am, returning at approximately 6pm. The cost for […]

At this interesting meeting you will have the opportunity to hear details of each of the Resolutions on this year's short-list. There will also be the chance to discuss and debate these choices and find out more about the resolution process.  Hosted by FEWI's Resolutions Co-ordinator Laura Pisaneschi. Everyone is welcome - if you are […]

At this interesting meeting you will have the opportunity to hear details of each of the Resolutions on this year's short-list. There will also be the chance to discuss and debate these choices and find out more about the resolution process.  Hosted by FEWI's Resolutions Co-ordinator Laura Pisaneschi. Everyone is welcome - if you are […]

Sadly we have had to cancel this event but if you have a Work in Progress that you need some help with, please just give us a call and we will find someone to help you one to one.     Have you got any craft projects that you need help and or encouragement to […]

Spectators welcome to watch the exciting final of our 2022/23 Darts Tournament. No ticket purchase required.

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to […]

Do come along to see our first sponsered blue plaque being unveiled and join us for tea and cakes afterwards. We hope to have local press in attendance for interviews […]

Are you thinking of observing NFWI AM virtually? Why don't you come along to WI Centre for the day and enjoy the company of other members while watching the meeting […]

C&CC are pleased to offer this Hybrid workshop with Nik Ravenscroft.   Nik will be Zooming in to WI Centre so you could join from home, or come to WI centre […]

The Osteoporosis Assessment Service will be visiting WI Centre with their heel ultrasound scanner (McCue CUBAClinical) which does not use X-rays but safe ultrasound signals. The bone density measured in […]

This year we will focus on our WI resolution with a local twist, “Clean Rivers for People and Wildlife in Essex” for our Great Big Green Week event. This topic […]

This event is sold out - please contact WI Centre if you would like to go on the waiting list   Join us a for a cruise on an old […]

EARLY BIRD £45 NON MEMBERS £50 A welcome back to Katie Lynn, www.moltenwonky.co.uk, who produces quirky, original fused glass items.  You will make two pieces - a bird and a picture, […]

FEWI is delighted to invite members to our 106th County Annual Meeting.   Along with our usual business of the day we are pleased to confirm that our speaker will […]

Join us in a taster session to try the fastest growing sport in the UK. Padel Tennis is an innovative form of tennis that is fun, and sociable. It is […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to […]

Calling All Treasurers! A chance to get together in person and meet other Treasurers.  No matter how long you have been a Treasurer it is always good to share some […]

Join us on a visit to Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome to learn about life experienced a century ago at this distinctive WWI site with the largest surviving group of […]

Welcome to the 23/24 season of FEWI's darts tournament.  The year's tournament is being co-ordinated by The Brentwood Belles and we are very grateful for their help and expertise. Team […]

Come and join us for a lovely lunch at the Clacton-on-Sea Golf Club. After a two course lunch we will have an interesting talk by Jane Harman who has been […]

The C&CC  team are very excited to offer for the first time a Lino Printing workshop with Eleanor Malinder of Wee Bothy Art www.weebothyart.com at WI Centre. You will be guided through […]

This event is sold out - please contact WI Centre if you would like to go on the waiting list Come and joing us for a lovely lunch overlooking the […]

Non members £45 As part of our programme of Summer Lunches, come and join us for a sumptuous lunch. Our after lunch speaker will be the very entertaining Paulus with […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to […]

The Osteoporosis Assessment Service will be visiting WI Centre with their heel ultrasound scanner (McCue CUBAClinical) which does not use X-rays but safe ultrasound signals. The bone density measured in […]

Do you often wonder how you would cope in a medical emergency? This one-day course provides a comprehensive set of practical skills needed by first aiders in most circumstances, giving […]

Welcoming all new Treasurers (plus any treasurers who would like a refresher). We will cover many of the areas of your role including year end accounting preparation and you will […]

Non members £15 This walk in Spitalfields, led by experienced private walks tour guide, Sue Jackson, will be around Spitalfields.  The immigration of the French Hugenots into this area of […]

Rachel Lawson describes Punch Needle as "drawing with wool".  Rachel runs The Modern Crafter with her sister at their Saffron Walden store. Their designs and patterns have featured in several […]

Non members £15 This walk in Spitalfields, led by experienced private walks tour guide, Sue Jackson, will be around Spitalfields.  The immigration of the French Hugenots into this area of […]

Come along to WI Centre for plenty of bargains, craft supplies, books, kitchen equipment and so much more. First come first served at this bumper stash busting day. Take a […]

£1 in person at WI Centre or FREE on Zoom 10am Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  You […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to […]

2pm-4pm OR 7pm-9pm HYBRID IN PERSON OR ON ZOOM NFWI's Resolution Shortlist will be decided in October so this meeting is an opportunity for you to learn more about each […]

Wow your guests at Christmas with beautifully decorated cupcakes.  In the morning you will learn and practise the skills needed to decorate your cupcakes.  After lunch you will be creating […]

Non members £22 Federation of Essex Women's Institutes (FEWI) presents a day organised and run by CCC members to give you an opportunity to learn new skills whilst going home […]

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Did you enjoy Art Lessons at school? Have you picked up a brush for art since? This beginners art workshop will  be a real opportunity to relearn the how’s and […]

£1 in person or free on Zoom. This is a personal invite to all those who have registered as WI Delegates or Deputy Delegates for Essex WIs. If it's your […]

2pm-4pm OR 7pm-9pm HYBRID IN PERSON OR ON ZOOM WI votes for the final 2024 Resolution will be taken to NFWI's Annual Meeting in May by Link Delegates.  Help your […]

Tatting is an old craft and a form of lace. We are so pleased to offer this taster day to this historic craft.  A starter pack is supplied with the […]

The Osteoporosis Assessment Service will be visiting WI Centre with their heel ultrasound scanner (McCue CUBAClinical) which does not use X-rays but safe ultrasound signals. The bone density measured in […]

We are delighted to welcome members to WI Centre for the opportunity to help choose speakers for our Panel of Speakers Book.  You will experience taster presentations from up to […]

  Join us for an historical walk around Colchester led by yellowbadge tour guide, Kate. The tour covers the history of Colchester and includes Hollytrees Museum, Colchester War Memorial, Colchester […]

Enjoy a tour around the lovely Buckhatch Nursery & Garden Centre, led by our guide Gill. Gill will also demonstrate the planting of a summer basket and/or pot (please note […]

C&CC are pleased to be able to offer this workshop in Mountmellick Embroidery with Pat Trott, who is an expert in this field. Mountemellick is a whitework technique developed in […]