Melsonby has a small but active Women’s Institute, which meets on the first Tuesday of every month, at 7.00pm in the room in St James’ church.
New members of all ages are always welcome and you can come as a visitor for £4.00 to see if you like it, or are interested in a particular topic. Each month there is a talk and a competition, a practical workshop, or a visit.
In 2025 we are celebrating our 80th. anniversary and plans are afoot to mark this achievemant.
As a member you can take part in County Federation courses and lectures with other WIs.
There is a WI noticeboard in the 0for further information.
If you are interested please contact:-
Jane Brown (Sec) jbrown@brownbods.com
or Valerie Cook (President) v.cook235@btinternet.com
In June 2015, our members took part in the Centenary AGM streamed live from the Albert Hall to the Station Cinema and then enjoyed our centenary cupcake.
In 2018 we created a groundsheet covered with poppies for the memorial sessions of the WW1 Centenary.
The WI also completed an altar cloth for Remembrance in 2022.
We always welcome new members, of any age. Come and try one meeting. We are a very friendly group and welcome any new ideas. Below is the 2025 programme.
MELSONBY WI PROGRAMME 2025
January 7th – Social Evening
January 21st– Crafty session: Quilling
February 4th – Tim Westgarth – Potato Vodka
February 18th – Crafty session: Prick and stitch cards
March 4th – Stethoscope Secrets – Carol Tetlow
March 18th – Creatrix Jewelry
April 1st – Cheryl Martin – Pigsty Pottery
April 15th – Crafty session: Hanging preparation
May 6th – Chris Lloyd – Walk in the Park
May 20th – Crafty session: Rag Rugs
June 3rd – Bee Keeping – Jude Wardell
June 17th – Crafty session: Hanging preparation
July 1st– BBQ
July 15th– Crafty session: Knit and Natter
August 5th – Visit to Bishop Auckland Castle
August 19th – Crafty session: Hand Tied Bouquet
September 2nd – Yorkshire Kidney Research
September 16th – Crafty session Stone painting
October 7th – Women’s Health – Lucy Bendle
October 21st – Craft session: Lino Cut
November 4th – AGM
November 27th – Crafty session: Wreath making
December 6th – Christmas Dinner
Contact details:Secretary: Jane Brown – jbrown@brownbods.com
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