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SUMMARY:Knead the Dough!
DESCRIPTION:Non Members £47 \n \nOn this bread making course you will learn\, and take home\, white and brown bread\, bun dough\, naan breads\, pittas and flatbreads.  You will be working with dried and fresh yeast.  Your tutor Hilary Hicks\, who has been teaching cookery for 30 years\, has a passion for baking and loves passing on her knowledge and experience to others.  A list of ingredients to bring with you will be sent to you nearer the time.   \nPlease bring your apron and a packed lunch.  There is plenty of parking at the venue. \nNon members welcome.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/knead-the-dough/
LOCATION:Chelmsford College\, Princes Road Campus\, Essex\, CM2 9DE\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20240912T123040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T083404Z
UID:9467-1739786400-1739804400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Canal Art with Marie Charles (Rosa Lea's Paint Studio)
DESCRIPTION:Non members £39 \n \nAnother in our Heritage Craft series\, this is the first time we are offering this technique.  The workshop begins with the history of canal art before practicing strokes that make up the design and finish with painting a tea pot.  Worksheets and all materials and equipment included.  Participants need only to be able to paint a circle. \nNon members welcome. \nPlease bring a packed lunch and a mug for tea/coffee.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/canal-art-with-marie-charles-rosa-leas-paint-studio/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250218T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20241217T144037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T144037Z
UID:9825-1739876400-1739887200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Snowdrops at Hedingham Castle
DESCRIPTION:Non members £22 \n \nA wonderful opportunity to see the famous Hedingham Castle snowdrops and experience a private tour of the Castle itself with one their historians.  Ticket price includes tea/coffee and a cake in the Keep Tea Room. \nAccess – Some parts of the grounds present varying degrees of difficulty for those with mobility issues\, but there are easy\, accessible walks for all. Access to the Castle involves steep stairs and no lift.  Guests should dress appropriately for the weather on the day. \nParking – free parking available \nDogs – Dogs are very welcome\, except on Event days. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and are not permitted in the Castle itself. \nTea Rooms – The tearooms are open for indoor seating as well as takeaway service\, with a menu of light refreshments. Please note\, they only accept card payments in the tearooms.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/snowdrops-at-hedingham-castle/
LOCATION:Castle Hedingham\, Bayley Street\, Castle Hedingham\, Essex\, CO9 3DJ\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250221T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20241105T095456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T105345Z
UID:9709-1740132000-1740142800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:NEW SPEAKER AUDITIONS
DESCRIPTION: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 5 new speakers.  Tea and coffee will be available but please bring your own mug. \nThis is a members only meeting.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/new-speaker-auditions-duplicate-1-5/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250312T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250312T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20240911T135859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T135859Z
UID:9458-1741770000-1741798800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Osteoporosis Bone Density Heel Scan at WI Centre
DESCRIPTION: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 gel is placed on a bare heel and the scan is performed within 3 minutes. The results are printed and explained within a 10-minute appointment. \n  \n  \nMORNING AND AFTERNOON SLOTS AVAILABLE.  SELECT YOUR PREFFERED SESSION WHEN BOOKING \nNon members welcome at £27.50
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/osteoporosis-bone-density-heel-scan-at-wi-centre-duplicate-1-5/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20241203T122631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T124615Z
UID:9800-1742551200-1742569200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:STRAW PLAITING WITH PAUL LEWIS
DESCRIPTION:Non members £31.50 \n \nStraw plaiting is a heritage craft and we are pleased to welcome Paul\, a master thatcher to lead this workshop. This is the first time we have offered this craft at WI centre. Your day will start with preparing the straw to enable it to be plaited. The techniques of plaiting\, joining the straw and increasing and decreasing will be taught during the day. You will go home with a couple of your own unique projects. All the materials needed for the workshop are included in the price but you do need to bring scissors and of course your lunch and mug. This promises to be an interesting and inspiring day learning a heritage craft from an experienced thatcher.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/straw-plaiting-with-paul-lewis/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250325T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250123T081337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T081338Z
UID:9847-1742896800-1742904000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Opening up the Federation Archives and more!
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in the history of the WI?  Or do you keep your WI’s archives and need advice?  Or maybe you want an exclusive close up look at the fabulous archive items held at WI Centre?  This is your opportunity!  Sit down to hear a potted history of the WI followed by hints and tips on good practice for your own WI archives and then have the opportunity to view items from the Federation archives. \nNon members welcome. \nPlease bring your own mug for tea/coffee.\nThe WI Centre will be open with greetings cards\, gifts and FEWI merchandise.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/opening-up-the-federation-archives-and-more-2/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250411T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20241105T095629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T105324Z
UID:9710-1744365600-1744376400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:NEW SPEAKER AUDITIONS
DESCRIPTION: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 5 new speakers.  Tea and coffee will be available but please bring your own mug. \nThis is a members only meeting.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/new-speaker-auditions-duplicate-1-6/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250414T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20240912T123302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T123302Z
UID:9470-1744624800-1744635600@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rag Rugging with Lynne Sharpe (The Make It Room)
DESCRIPTION:Non members £24 \n \nSome of you might remember your grandparents making a rug from rags and now you have an opportunity to learn this skill yourself. You will be making a small pompom which can be turned into a brooch or a hanging decoration. Lynne ​will bring a mixture of colours and all the equipment you need to complete this project. No special skills are required and if you wish to rag rug at home you can buy the ​equipment you need from Lynne on the day. \nNon members welcome. \nPlease bring a mug for tea/coffee
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/rag-rugging-with-lynne-sharpe-the-make-it-room/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250422T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250312T084004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T084557Z
UID:10006-1745348400-1745353800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Resolutions Pros & Cons Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Would you like more information about the chosen resolution?\nWould you like your WI to make an informed decision when voting?\nCome and discuss the pros and cons of this year’s selected resolution – Bystanders Can be Lifesavers. \nBystanders Can be Lifesavers\nThere are over 30\,000 out of hospital cardiac arrests a year in the UK and less than one in ten people survive. Women have a lower chance of surviving than men. Early cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillating can more than double the chances of survival. We call on WI members to work together to increase public confidence and training in the delivery of CPR and to work with local organisations to help to improve access to defibrillators in their communities to give every person the best chance of surviving a cardiac arrest. \nWhat happens next?\nWI Members now have the opportunity to learn more about the issue\, and to discuss the resolution in their WIs before deciding how their delegate should vote at the Annual Meeting. \nEveryone is welcome – if you are new to resolutions\, or have been following them for years\, come along and hear about this year’s nomination – Bystanders Can be Lifesavers. \nThis event is for WI Members only. \nNOTE: NFWI also have a Resolution Webinar on the same day at 12noon.  Book the NFWI event instead (or as well as) via MyWI here https://tinyurl.com/4xyax32z.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/resolutions-pros-cons-discussion/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250220T094732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T094732Z
UID:9980-1747474200-1747486800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Treasurers Training for new and inexperienced treasurers
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new treasurer for your WI?  Or have you been doing it for a while and are still unsure about things?  Come along to WI Centre and we will show you the ropes.  You will learn hints and tips to keep your WI finances in good shape.  It’s also a great way to meet and network with other WI Treasurers. \nThis is a member only event. \nPlease bring your own mug for your tea or coffee.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/treasurers-training-for-new-and-inexperienced-treasurers-3/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250528T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250528T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20241219T093428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T093428Z
UID:9830-1748428200-1748433600@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:A Continuing Walking Tour of Historic Colchester
DESCRIPTION:Join us to continue our historical walks around Colchester led by yellowbadge tour guide\, Kate.  This tour covers the history of Colchester and includes St Botolph’s Priory\, Tymperlys\, Trinity Street Church and the Red Lion Hotel.  You will learn about the historic Roman Wall and its many gates\, the Roman Circus and witchcraft and plaque in the medieval town.  Further sights for those that joined us in April 2024 but equally as interesting if you didn’t!   \nMeet by 10.15 for a 10.30 start outside St Botolph’s Priory front door\, CO2 7EE. \nIf this event sells out\, please add your name to the waiting list if you are interested so that we can assess the demand and add an additional date if necessary. \nNon members welcome. \nParking is available at Colchester Park & Ride (High Street stop)\, or one of the several public carparks nearby (search for Colchester City Centre parking online). \nThe nearest station is Colchester Town – around 10 minutes walk.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/a-continuing-walking-tour-of-historic-colchester/
LOCATION:St Botolph’s Church\, St Botolph's Street\, Colchester\, CO2 7EE\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250604T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250604T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20240821T135233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T131844Z
UID:9412-1749031200-1749054600@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:NFWI AM live stream Watch Party 2025 at WI Centre
DESCRIPTION:The NFWI Annual Meeting for 2025 will be entirely virtual. Come along to our live screening and watch along with other WI members and delegates.\nThere will be a nominal fee to help cover costs.  \nThis is a members only meeting. \nYou will need to bring your own mug and a packed lunch.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/nfwi-am-live-stream-at-wi-centre-duplicate-1-2/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20241105T100017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T143401Z
UID:9713-1749204000-1749214800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:NEW SPEAKER AUDITIONS - Cancelled - please look at other dates available
DESCRIPTION: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 5 new speakers.  Tea and coffee will be available but please bring your own mug. \nThis is a members only meeting.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/new-speaker-auditions-duplicate-1-8/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20241218T093534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T093534Z
UID:9829-1749816000-1749826800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Non members £27.50 \n \nContinuing our focus on Heritage crafts and customs we will be again serving an Afternoon tea. The C&CC team will serve your tea which will have been prepared by Angela Flynn. Vegetarians and gluten free diets can be catered for. After tea\, James Marriage will give a short talk\, with animation\, on the history of W. Marriage and Sons and the processes behind flour production. \nYour afternoon tea will be prepared by a 5* hygiene rated food business however please be aware that our food may contain or come into contact with common allergens\, such as dairy\, eggs\, wheat\, soybeans\, tree nuts\, peanuts\, fish\, shellfish or wheat. Please select Vegetarian or Gluten Free (or Vegetarian AND Gluten Free) when booking your ticket. \nNon members welcome.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/afternoon-tea-talk/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250122T150058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T091717Z
UID:9842-1750150800-1750172400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:COUNTY ANNUAL MEETING 2025
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS ON SALE 1ST FEBRUARY 2025
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/county-annual-meeting-2025-2/
LOCATION:Ivor Crewe Lecture Halls\, Wivenhoe Park\, Colchester University\, Essex\, CO4 3SQ
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250304T144842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T144842Z
UID:9989-1751396400-1751403600@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:President & Secretary Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  You will hopefully find these sessions useful.  All WI Presidents\, Secretaries and committee members are welcome to attend these sessions.  As well as covering roles\, any updates on procedures and dispelling myths\, these events are great for problem solving and networking. \nWe have three sessions available:-\nTuesday 1st July 7pm-9pm – Zoom\nFriday 4th July 10am-12noon – Hybrid (in person at WI Centre and on Zoom)\nSaturday 8th November 2pm-4pm – Zoom \nYou only need to attend one session as they are all the same. \nPlease bring your own mug for tea/coffee if attending WI Centre. \nThis is a member only event.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/president-secretary-training-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250304T145105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T145515Z
UID:9991-1751666400-1751666400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:President & Secretary Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to the roles or just thinking of taking on the role of President or Secretary?  You will hopefully find these sessions useful.  All WI Presidents\, Secretaries and committee members are welcome to attend these sessions.  As well as covering roles\, any updates on procedures and dispelling myths\, these events are great for problem solving and networking. \nWe have three sessions available:-\nTuesday 1st July 7pm-9pm – Zoom\nFriday 4th July 10am-12noon – Hybrid (in person at WI Centre and on Zoom)\nSaturday 8th November 2pm-4pm – Zoom \nYou only need to attend one session as they are all the same. \nPlease bring your own mug for tea/coffee if attending WI Centre. \nThis is a member only event.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/president-secretary-training-duplicate-1-2/
LOCATION:Hybrid – WI Centre or Zoom\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250128T120824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T073049Z
UID:9852-1751961600-1751997600@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Visit to Burghley House CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Non members £66 \n \nFollowing members requests we are returning to Burghley House\, this time with more emphasis on the artwork and a guided tour of the garden.  In July we are hoping for good weather as the gardens will be at their best.  If you would like to see pictures of our previous sold-out tour please take a look at our website gallery https://essexwi.org.uk/wi-gallery/ and scroll down to March 2023. \nYou will receive a tea/coffee on arrival and then split into smaller groups for house and garden tours.   \nYou can bring your own packed lunch or buy lunch from various eateries on site.  Please note that the venue is CASHLESS so please bring credit cards if you wish to make any purchases. \nThe coach will leave WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, CM3 2AG at 8am sharp and return around 6pm depending on traffic.  Please ensure that you arrive in good time for departure.  The office will be open for using the facilities before you depart.  There is an electronic barrier at the entrance to our estate which will open automatically as you approach it.  Please car share where possible. \nAccessibility \nThis event will involve a coach journey\, a tour of the house and gardens.  \nThe Porter on duty (or stairlift trained member of the Burghley team) will be available on your visit to operate the Stannah stairlift.\nThere are a number of manual wheelchairs available for visitors to use during their visit to the House. These are available on a first come\, first served basis but it is very rare that one will not be available on arrival.\nThe Gardens are mostly accessible to wheelchair users but please be aware that in the Sculpture Garden\, the paths are gravel and some open areas of the Gardens are very uneven without pathways.\nBoth the Courtyard and Garden Shops have ramp access available. The Garden Café is on the ground floor.\nDisabled toilet facilities are available in the Chestnut Courtyard close to the House entrance\, at the Garden Café located next to the Gardens entrance.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/visit-to-burghley-house/
LOCATION:Burghley House\, Stamford\, Peterborough\, Lincolnshire\, PE9 3JY\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250123T080101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T080155Z
UID:9843-1752692400-1752703200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Inter WI Quiz
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/inter-wi-quiz/
LOCATION:Hatfield Peverel Village Hall\, Maldon Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250716T075749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T075749Z
UID:10224-1756598400-1756684799@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:FEWI Darts Tournament 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 25/26 season of FEWI’s darts tournament.  The year’s tournament is again being co-ordinated by The Brentwood Belles and we are very grateful for their help and expertise. \nTeam captains should sign up their team on Ticketsource and their WI will be invoiced separately.  WIs can have as many teams as they wish at £16 per team. There is no payment with theTicketsource booking – your WI will be invoiced directly.  You only need to purchase ONE TICKET PER TEAM not one per team member.  Sign ups close on 31st August 2025. \nEach team should consist of four paid-up members. Individual players may only play for one team throughout the tournament and may not swap teams or play for two teams mid-tournament\, even if both teams belong to the same WI. Each player must have their own darts. \nMatches will be played from Sept 25-Apr 26 and the final will be in May 2026 in Brentwood.  The location of the final is determined by the volunteers who are running the event.  If you would like the final to be held in a different location\, please do consider volunteering to run the tournament in future years. \nThe full rules\, fixtures and results throughout the tournament can be found here www.wiessexdarts.weebly.com  \nIn the first round\, teams will be put into groups based on location where possible.  Please note that if your WI enters more than one team we will try to allocate each team to a separate group.  The result of this is that you are likely to have to travel further to games around Essex.  If you indicate on your application that you can only play local matches this may cause difficulties with the group allocations so we appreciate you all being as flexible as possible with travelling to matches. \nTHIS IS A MEMBER ONLY TOURNAMENT
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/fewi-darts-tournament-2025-26/
LOCATION:Various
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250128T111354Z
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UID:9850-1756980000-1756990800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bespoke Lampshade Making with Shady Ladies
DESCRIPTION:Non members £48 \n \nThis workshop offers the opportunity to unleash your creativity and make a 30cm drum lampshade\, with a fabric of your choice\, which you can use in your home for either a table/floor lamp or ceiling pendant. \nNo experience necessary and no sewing is involved! \nYou will learn how to apply the lampshade PVC to get the best out of your fabric\, how to attach the rings and create neat rolled edges\, and master the technique of ‘tucking’ to achieve a polished\, professional finish. \nYour tutors for this workshop are Jo and Nicky the “Shady Ladies”. Cost includes the lampshade kit – all you need to bring is your choice of material.   You will need 0.5m length of fabric.  We recommend using a light to medium weight fabric\, either a cotton\, poly cotton or a linen/cotton mix\, and if you would like a patterned fabric we recommend a printed design.  Please choose your fabric carefully. If you choose to have a large print then make sure the depth of the design that you would like visible on your shade is a maximum of 25cm as you will need material to tuck in to your shade and will not be showing. \nPlease bring a mug for tea/coffee. \n 
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/bespoke-lampshade-making-with-shady-ladies/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250905T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250905T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20241105T095713Z
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UID:9712-1757066400-1757077200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:NEW SPEAKER AUDITIONS
DESCRIPTION: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 5 new speakers.  Tea and coffee will be available but please bring your own mug. \nThis is a members only meeting.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/new-speaker-auditions-duplicate-1-duplicate-1/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250305T083741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T083741Z
UID:9994-1757507400-1757523600@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Summer Lunch with author Ruth Leigh at Hunters Meet
DESCRIPTION:Non members £37 \n \nAs part of our programme of Summer Lunches\, come and join us for a sumptuous lunch. \n\nA fabulous 2 course lunch with coffee or tea at Hunters Meet\, Hatfield Heath with guest author Ruth Leigh.\nRuth is a novelist and freelance writer living in Suffolk. She has published 4 books in her Isabella M Smudge series of novels. Ruth will be entertaining us with “Lunch with Mrs Ashton Dennis” – a wonderful pseudonym used by a much-loved  (and much read) English author. Ruth will speak about “Mrs Dennis’s” life\, her writing and some unexpected elements in her novels. Readers may see this author writing novels about young women hunting for husbands\, but she is infinitely cleverer and more revolutionary than that. \n\nThe menu has a choice of main courses and desserts which you can select on the day plus tea and coffee.\nNon members welcome!
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/summer-lunch-with-author-ruth-leigh-at-hunters-meet/
LOCATION:Hunters Meet\, Chelmsford Road\, Hatfield Heath\, Essex\, CM22 7BQ
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250914T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250914T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250603T111239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T111326Z
UID:10168-1757853000-1757872800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Get into Golf Day at Golf World Stansted
DESCRIPTION:As part of our sponsorship scheme\, FEWI has teamed up with Essex Ladies County Golf Association (ELCGA) and Golf World Stansted to offer members and their relatives the chance to have a go at the sport of golf with the aim of getting more ladies taking up the sport. \nELCGA are hugely subsidising this event to make it affordable for all and we are very grateful for their support.  If this event is well supported by our WI members we will aim to hold similar events at other clubs around the county.  If you are interested in this event but somewhere else in Essex\, please email admin@essexwi.org.uk and advise us which area of the county you would like us to try and organise. \nThe event schedule will be as follows:- \n\nArrival 12.30 to meet PGA professionals\, ELCGA county officials and some of our Federation Trustees\nLesson 1pm to 3pm\nBreak for a light lunch 3pm to 4pm (provided by ELCGA)\nRe-start lesson 4pm to 6pm\nDeparture 6pm\n\nLunch at 3pm will be a selection of sandwiches\, sausage rolls\, pizzas\, crips\, etc.  Please advise during booking if you have dietary requirements. \nFree parking on site\nPostcode to club is CM22 6FL\nDress code is relaxed – suitable footwear\, trainers or golf shoes\, and comfortable sports attire.\nEquipment – if you are able to bring a set of suitable clubs then please do so but some equipment will be available to borrow if you are a complete beginner!\nExperience – this day is aimed at novices and complete beginners but if you are already a golfer but you would like a family member to get to know the sport in a friendly\, relaxed way then please do book yourselves up.\nWeather – the club has a covered driving range so unless there is a particularly horrendous forecast the event will go ahead as planned\, albeit under cover in the event of rain.\nUnder 18s – If you are booking for someone under 18\, please note that they must be accompanied by a participating WI Member who will be responsible for their safety and well-being while taking part in the event\, and they should not be left unsupervised at any time. \nThis event is for members and their family members only.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/get-into-golf-day-at-golf-world-stansted/
LOCATION:Golf World Stansted\, Hall Road\, Elsenham\, CM22 6FL
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250529T114816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T115210Z
UID:10071-1758018600-1758038400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:WI DAY at AUDLEY END HOUSE & GARDEN
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nIn partnership with English Heritage and Hertfordshire\, Cambridgeshire\, and Suffolk West Federations\, the WI will be “taking over” Audley End for WI Day 2025. English Heritage are offering WI members free tickets to attend the event to include tours of the house and full access to the gardens. More details to come but please save the date.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/wi-day-at-audley-end-house-garden/
LOCATION:Audley End House & Garden\, Saffron Walden\, CB11 4JF
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20240911T135945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T135945Z
UID:9459-1758099600-1758128400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Osteoporosis Bone Density Heel Scan at WI Centre
DESCRIPTION: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 gel is placed on a bare heel and the scan is performed within 3 minutes. The results are printed and explained within a 10-minute appointment. \n  \n  \nMORNING AND AFTERNOON SLOTS AVAILABLE.  SELECT YOUR PREFFERED SESSION WHEN BOOKING \nNon members welcome at £27.50
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/osteoporosis-bone-density-heel-scan-at-wi-centre-duplicate-1-6/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250226T131741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T131741Z
UID:9985-1758967200-1758978000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:FEWI WALK - City of London
DESCRIPTION:Non members £17.50 \n \nThe tour will be through the City of London. It will start by the Monument visiting some wonderful City churches and Leadenhall Market\, the Royal Exchange\, Bank of England and finishing in the area of the Guildhall. \nWalkers to make their own way to Liverpool Street Station and meet at the Kinder Transport statue outside the main tube entrance by 9.50am to then go and meet the guide\, Gary Egerton. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather and comfortable walking shoes. \nNon members welcome.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/fewi-walk-city-of-london/
LOCATION:London Liverpool Street\, EC2M 7PY
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250130T085120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T085120Z
UID:9861-1759572000-1759579200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:STASH BUSTER DAY - free event
DESCRIPTION:Come along to WI Centre for plenty of bargains\, craft supplies\, fabric\, yarn and so much more. \nIf you have any stash to donate\, please contact admin@essexwi.org.uk \nFirst come first served at this bumper stash busting day. \nTake a look at the video from our previous\, very successful\, stash day here. \nThe WI Centre shop will also be open.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/stash-buster-day-free-event-duplicate-1-3/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155433
CREATED:20250527T121228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T121228Z
UID:10068-1760004000-1760022000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:ALL SEASONS SMOCKED BAUBLE WITH KAREN ODINGA
DESCRIPTION:Non members £33 \n \nExplore traditional smocking (a pleated and stitched technique) with Karen Odinga creating a decorative round bauble sampler. Your bauble can multi-task as a pretty hanging ornament for any season\, depending on your colour choices! In addition to your bauble\, other smocking techniques will be discussed showing traditional smocking stitches in a contemporary light. \nSuitable for those with a knowledge of basic embroidery stitches. \nParticipants required to bring to the session: \n\ntheir usual sewing kit to include sharp embroidery scissors and sewing/embroidery needles that can be threaded with 2 – 3 strands of cotton embroidery floss.\nMagnifier and extra light if you require these\n\nAny queries regarding equipment. Participants are welcome to email Karen at kodinga23@gmail.com \nNon members welcome. \nPlease bring a mug for tea/coffee.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/all-seasons-smocked-bauble-with-karen-odinga/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="FEWI":MAILTO:tickets@essexwi.org.uk
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