Wing Commander Nigel Turner talked to Tickenham WI recently about the “Quick Reaction Alert” system the RAF deploys to protect UK National Airspace from enemy aggression and terrorists. It was an absorbing…
NFWI Annual Meeting Report
Discussions at the 2024 Annual Meeting involved topics such as domestic violence and abuse. Should you require support please refer to the National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 (a 24/7…
July Meeting and updates
Our next meeting is Tuesday July 9th. It promises to be a very interesting one and is the last before the summer break. The talk is by Nigel Turner and the subject…
Yeo Valley Group Outing
This year’s outing will be to Berkeley Castle by coach with Bakers Dolphin and will take place on Wednesday 2nd October. This will be a 44 seat executive coach which has a…
June News and Updates
The June Meeting included the wonderful Tickenham WI Strawberry Tea, which was enjoyed by everyone. Thanks to everyone who helped, and especially our hard working committee. There are a few updates to…
June Meeting
We have our annual Strawberry Tea to look forward to on Tuesday June 11th. It’s always a real treat and a lovely opportunity to socialise. The competition is: “Your favourite cup and…
Loneliness Awareness Week 2024
Loneliness Awareness Week is taking place from 10 to 16 of June. The theme ‘Random Acts of Connection’ aims to encourage us all to increase those simple, everyday moments of connection that…
May News and Updates
The May Tickenham WI meeting was the usual very enjoyable event. We heard some interesting anecdotes from our speaker about his life and work as a financial anti-fraud specialist and he shared…
Avon FWI Chairman’s Rose Bowl 2024
AFWI have invited WIs to nominate a WI member who, over time, has gone ‘above and beyond’ – the member may also be involved with the local community – demonstrating outstanding skills,…
Dementia Action Week 2024
Dementia Action Week is the Alzheimer’s Society annual campaign that brings people together from across the country under a unified theme to take action on dementia.This year, Dementia Action Week will run…