We seek to enable women who are interested in issues associated with rural life, including arts, crafts and sciences, to take an effective part in a friendly and enjoyable way. We are a registered charity.
The Women's Institute Movement originated in Canada, The first meeting in Britain was on 16th September 1915. The Wiveliscombe Branch was formed in 1932.
Any woman can join the WI.
2011 Programme of Events
- June 3rd - Protecting our Villages and Countryside - C.P.R.E.
- July 1st - The Story Behind Pub Signs - Robert Musgrave
- August 5th - The Bowen Technique - Rhonda Sexton
- September 2nd - Three Viking Women - Mrs V Bannister
- October 7th - The History of Beads - Carol Talbot
- November 4th - 79th Anniversary Meeting and AGM
- December 2nd - Christmas Traditions - Mrs A Hase
Guests are very welcome at all our meeting ( £3.00 - refundable against membership fee ).
We also arrange a number of outings throughout the year and forthcoming trips will include a visit to Riding For The Disabled, Sherborne Castle and Bristol Blue Glass.
