Terriers W.I.
June-Antarctica David Dennis spoke to us on the history of Antarctica and the wildlife it supports. He had taken the opportunity to go and visit this vast cold continent himself. With its unique wildlife and freezing temperatures. David explained how this land was formed and was not discovered until 1820
Our Quiz Team Reached the final of the WI Inter County Quiz. The final took place on June 26th in Hertfordshire. Sadly, our team were unable to attend due to health issues due to the heatwave.
We enjoyed an informal coffee morning at a member’s home where we met up for a chat over Coffee and cakes
July-Our Garden Party was held in our president’s garden in Terriers, as the heatwave continued a few members were unable to attend. But we still had a good attendance, and had an enjoyable afternoon eating cakes and ice cream.
August-Picnic in the Park. In August we met at the Great Kingshill Recreation Ground for a Picnic and to listen to the Granson of one of our members play his saxophone.
We also hold regular Craft Mornings at a member’s home, where we can work on our various projects and share tips and ideas, in a relaxed and fun environment.
Future Meetings
3rd SEPTEMBER A Funny Thing Happened 1ST OCTOBER Failed to return
on the Way to Retirement
5th NOVEMBER Food Glorious Food 3rd DECEMBER Christmas Party
Meetings start at 10.15am Doors open at 10.00 Cedar Barn, Barn Lane, HP15
1st Thursday of every month except August, plenty of on-site parking.
More information on http://www.terrierswi.org.uk
Wycombe Wenches W.I.
Despite the hot weather, Wycombe Wenches have continued to keep up their usual activities, and lots of fun has been had along the way.
In June, we had a fascinating speaker talking about “Ikebana” - the Japanese art of flower arranging. As well as explaining and making the most stunning flower displays, we also learnt a lot about the practicalities of wearing a kimono! July’s meeting had a talk from the St John’s Ambulance, demonstrating how to use a defibrillator. This talk followed a request from members for a refresher on the operation of these, linked to the 2025 WI Resolution – “Bystanders Can Be Lifesavers”.
Our meeting in August was our usual Summer Social, and we again returned to The Mayflower in Penn, having enjoyed a very nice meal there last year.
The Autumn programme promises some fun evenings – a talk about a year spent as a travelling dentist in Australia and Vietnam, from one of our own members, then a quiz to follow our AGM, a Murder Mystery evening, and some Christmas Craft in December.
Our smaller activities groups continue to be much enjoyed. The Film Club met monthly to discuss films including “La La Land”, “The Life and Death of Peter Sellers”, and “The Great Escaper” – all very enjoyable events. Bookworms continued to meet at Bon Ami Café in Naphill for a lunch, and chat about the month’s chosen book, with the range of books including “Raising Hare”, “A Child In The Storm”, and “The Women”. The Walking Group kept going despite the heat, and had some lovely walks around the area, and the Monday morning Coffee and Chat has met once a month for – coffee and chat! Winers and Diners continued to go out for a meal once a month, to places such as The George and Dragon in Marlow, Kappad in Wycombe, and Kongs in Bourne End.
Our informal outings included a visit to The Horses Trust. Over the summer we also met on different days and dates, in members’ houses, for lovely afternoon teas, all of them memorable as much for the laughter as well as the delicious cakes! We look forward to our Special Afternoon Tea in October, to celebrate ladies whose birthday this year has a “0” in it.
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If you are interested in joining our friendly group, please contact us via the email address below. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month, at the Cricket Club on London Road, High Wycombe, at 7.30pm.
Best wishes
Diane Haylor
President