Author Archives: Horsham Admin

To coincide with  Dementia Action Week our President, Kath, arranged for Lesley and I to meet her at Mill River Lodge to deliver a consignment of Fidget Mats to the manager, Doreen. We were made very welcome, given a tour … Continue reading →

At our May meeting we were treated to a short demonstration about making truffles. Members were encouraged to coat the truffle mix with melted chocolate & tasty coatings. Fortunately Lyndsey came prepared with enough samples for us all to try. … Continue reading →

On a wet and blustery day in March 2019 Anne R and Hazel joined a team of WI ladies to plant 100 oak saplings on the Slindon Estate. This initiative organised by Al Menzies, is an event to mark 100 … Continue reading →

Kath, Linda. Anne R, Ute, Andrea and Diana H attended the Federation’s Centenary lunch at the Avisford Park Hotel, Arundel at the start of 2019’s 100-years celebrations. Nearly 100 members enjoyed a lovely lunch in a beautifully decorated room; needless … Continue reading →

Nine members and Lesley’s Mum went to the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton to see Calendar Girls’, the Musical, on 9th January. We took a direct train to Southampton, the only hitch being no refreshments on board, so by the time … Continue reading →

On Tuesday 25th October 2018, we took the train to London. Once we had reached Blackfriars, we had a relaxing walk beside the Thames to the Globe Theatre. This was the dream of Sam Wanamaker who erected a copy of … Continue reading →

Members have been busy knitting for the East Surrey Neonatal unit and another consignment was delivered last month by 3 of our members.  As always these items are gratefully received by staff and parents of a new fragile life.    … Continue reading →

August is a slow month in our WI with craft and book clubs taking a summer break, no official meeting except our Summer lunch, so the Annual Federation Quiz is a welcome date for the calendar.          … Continue reading →

On the (then) hottest day of the year in late July, six of us went to Standen House (NT), showcasing the best examples of the Arts and Crafts movement, with interiors by William Morris & Co. In addition, it was … Continue reading →

Anne, Hazel & Pat went to the tenpin bowling event arranged for West Sussex WI’s at Rustington. The facilities are very good and we joined with two ladies from Felpham WI for our 2 rounds of 10 games. Despite advice … Continue reading →