A record number of Brockenhurst WI members entered categories in this years New Forest Show with the theme of celebration. We had 14 members step up to Kim’s challenge of entering the show and had entries in 11 of the 13 classes. Some members were enthusiastic enough to put two entries in the same class, so there 56 items were entered. Many of these had … Continue reading New Forest Show July 2023
The WI has a long history of campaigning on a wide range of issues. Our campaigns tackle issues that matter to women in their communities. From equal pay to climate change, mental health and violence against women, over the past 100 years we have embraced a diverse set of challenges. The WI has brought about real change – and we are just getting started! We have campaigned to End Plastic Soup and Environmenstrual … Continue reading Plastic Free Brockenhurst
On Thursday evening, sixteen members met at Woodside Gardens with four patient helpers from Lymington Croquet Club for a very enjoyable couple of hours. The stormy-looking clouds stayed far enough away for us to remain dry, although some of us tried to blame the wind for our dodgy shots! We were divided into teams of four, switched about after each round, and played three rounds. … Continue reading Croquet at Lymington Thursday 13th July
This was a packed evening with five guests, again with the pleasure of having Jude Vaughan, the National President of New Zealand Federation of Women’s Institutes with us. There were lots of sign-up sheets and a display of Hampshire WI Activities. Find out more information about these events here Evelyn’s presented Elaine with a Rose plant to thank her for being our President for the … Continue reading July Meeting 2023
Our next meeting is Monday 10th July 2023 Monthly Meeting with speaker Joanna Foat: “The Lumberjills – Britain’s Forgotten Army”. Brockenhurst Village Hall arrival from 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Joanna has written several books on her subject and will have some for sale on Monday. Guests are most welcome to attend. Please contact us for more information. There will also be a raffle at Monday’s meeting. The … Continue reading July Activities
Brockenhurst WI has had another busy month with lots of activities for all: Our monthly meeting was an interesting and busy one! You can read about it here. Lunch Club This months Lunch club was at The Turfcutters, East Boldre. We were sat outside which was pleasant but there a bit a chill when a breeze passed through. We were once again delighted to be … Continue reading June Round-Up
Sway WI hosted the WI Group Quiz with 7 teams taking part. There were 8 rounds of questions from General knowledge, Music, Sporting Nicknames, Nicknames, History, Words, The Natural World, Round Britain and The Last Round. Brockenhurst Red team consisted of Judy, Jayne, Janette, Issy and Elaine Brockenhurst Blue team consisted of – Vicky, Karen, Sue, Pam and Sue. The winner was Sway White. Second … Continue reading Group Quiz Teams
This was a packed evening with guests including Jude Vaughan, the National President of New Zealand Federation of Women’s Institutes. This was also Evelyn’s first meeting a Brockenhurst WI President, and a great job she did too! Our speakers at this meeting were Tony and Lizzie Gilks who talked about Jewels in the Crown. This was very topical and booked last year, long before we … Continue reading June Meeting
Our next meeting is Monday 12th June, at which our speaker will be Tony Gilks, talking to us about “Jewels in the Crown”, the history behind the gems in the Coronation regalia, very topical and I’m sure will be fascinating. The Competition of the Month competition will be a flower (a single flower in a vase). There will also be a raffle. If you are … Continue reading June Activities
This meeting was our AGM. We were joined by our WI Adviser Janet Reid who conducted the AGM for us. The committee’s Annual Report was read by our Secretary Caroline. Presentation and Adoption of Financial Statement by our Treasurer Zena. Elaine read out her President’s Report. Janet Reid for conducted the voting of the Committee Members. As there was only one candidate standing for President, … Continue reading May Meeting & AGM
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