Avon Federation of WIs

Avon Federation of WIs We represent all WIs in the Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset area. Avon Federation was established in 1975.

This page is about sharing ideas and interests, advertising events, making friends, connecting people, and fun. We hope to help play a part in building new skills, introducing you to new hobbies and friends.

CLOSING DATE IS FAST APPROACHING! APPLY BEFORE MONDAY 22 JUNE 2026ZOOM EVENT: THE FORGOTTEN WOMEN OF HISTORYThursday 25 ...
15/06/2026

CLOSING DATE IS FAST APPROACHING! APPLY BEFORE MONDAY 22 JUNE 2026

ZOOM EVENT: THE FORGOTTEN WOMEN OF HISTORY
Thursday 25 June 2026
Zoom: 7.00pm to 8.30pm

They say history is written by the winners, but we know the world is actually being run, healed and directed by the many people we don't hear about. In this talk, you will be introduced to some women through history who have made their mark in their own way but have become lost to our knowledge along the way. From scientiststhrough artists and politicians you will meet some new heroines.

Your speaker Ali Warren is a retired Drama teacher and lecturer who got interested in this topic whilst working on a play by Aphra Behn.

Please see your WI Secretary to apply and for payment options.
Members and Non-Members: £5.00
Closing Date: Monday 22 June 2026

THE HISTORY & HERITAGE OF SHROPSHIRE & IRONBRIDGE5 Days from £699Departing 26th April 2027This holiday includes four nig...
09/06/2026

THE HISTORY & HERITAGE OF SHROPSHIRE & IRONBRIDGE
5 Days from £699
Departing 26th April 2027

This holiday includes four nights half board accommodation at the 4* Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, located in a countryside setting near the village of Albrighton, all excursion travel & guided tours, and the entrance fees to non-National Trust properties. The holiday also includes executive coach throughout, a Blue Badge guide on Days 2 to 4 and a train excursion on Day 3.

On this holiday we will visit Attingham Park (National Trust), Ironbridge, Stokesay Castle, Ludlow, Shrewsbury, visit the Wedgwood Factory and enjoy a trip on the Severn Valley Steam Railway, amongst others.

There are limited places on this holiday which is expected to be popular amongst members, so don't miss the chance to book your place.

You can view and share this holiday online - click on 'View your Tour' at www.tailored-travel.co.uk and quote afwi271.
For more information please request a booking form by emailing [email protected] or contact Sue Murphy, Tel: 0117 9864782.

Welcome to the new Westbury-on-Trym WI venue!Meeting on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 2.00pm in:Oatley Hall (Atrium)St...
08/06/2026

Welcome to the new Westbury-on-Trym WI venue!

Meeting on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 2.00pm in:
Oatley Hall (Atrium)
St Monica Trust Village Cote Lane
Westbury-on-Trym
Bristol BS9 3UN

For further information
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0117986 4782

Avon Federation of Women’s Institutes is seeking to recruit a Finance Officer for its Office in Keynsham:- This is a per...
08/06/2026

Avon Federation of Women’s Institutes is seeking to recruit a Finance Officer for its Office in Keynsham:
- This is a permanent position, subject to a six month probation period.
- It is essential that applicants are fully competent in using Xero/Office/Word/Excel.
- Monday to Thursday 16 hours per week.
- Pay £14 per hour (depending on experience).
- Eligibility to work in the UK (documentation required).

For further information, please contact WI House for a Job Description and application form:
- Email: [email protected]
- Closing date for applications: Monday 27 July 2026

VISIT TO NEWPORT MEDIEVAL SHIP AND TREDEGAR HOUSEWednesday 23 September 2026Following the success of the AFWI History Ta...
02/06/2026

VISIT TO NEWPORT MEDIEVAL SHIP AND TREDEGAR HOUSE
Wednesday 23 September 2026

Following the success of the AFWI History Talk, last October, about the Newport Medieval Ship, we have arranged a visit to see it in person. We will travel by coach to The Ship Centre in Newport for a guided tour and then go on to Tredegar House.

The tour at The Ship Centre will be in groups of 12-14 and there will be refreshments available for the groups waiting. For more information follow the link: https://www.newportship.org/

Following on from the Medieval Ship we are going to Tredegar House which is a National Trust property a short distance from Newport. We will arrive at the Mansion House and Gardens around lunchtime. The cafe is not large, so a packed lunch may be an idea and there are picnic facilities outside the cafe.

Admission to the grounds is free and admission for entry to the house is £14.00 for non-members of the National Trust. For more information about Tredegar House follow the link: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/Tredegar-house

Members and Non-Members: £23.00
Closing Date: Monday 17 August 2026

Coach pick-ups: 8.50am at Keynsham and 9.30am at Almondsbury. We aim to leave Tredegar House by 4.00pm.

Please apply through your WI Secretary

2026 AFWI CHAIRMAN'S ROSE BOWLWIs are invited to nominate a WI member who has, whilst a member, gone 'above and beyond' ...
29/04/2026

2026 AFWI CHAIRMAN'S ROSE BOWL
WIs are invited to nominate a WI member who has, whilst a member, gone 'above and beyond' for their WI, demonstrating outstanding skills, commitment, leadership or initiative. The member may also be involved with the local community.

Guidelines for submission:
- The application should be written in 12 Point font, up to 500 words, on an A4 sheet of paper.
- The word count should be included as a footnote; with the name of the nominated member and the WI they attend.

Please email your word-processed entries to [email protected] by Thursday 6 August 2026
The winner will be announced at the 2026 AFWI Annual Meeting on Tuesday 15 September 2026.

2026 AFWI ANNUAL MEETINGTuesday 15 September 2026 From 10.15am to 3.30pmWinter Gardens, Royal Parade, Weston-Super-Mare,...
28/04/2026

2026 AFWI ANNUAL MEETING

Tuesday 15 September 2026
From 10.15am to 3.30pm
Winter Gardens, Royal Parade, Weston-Super-Mare, BS23 1AJ

Following the Business element of the meeting, we have some interesting speakers, in no particular order you will be hearing from:

Lindsey Cole, an adventurer, children's author, and environmental activist known for her bold mermaid campaigns tackling river and ocean pollution. After cuting her hand on plastic whilst free-diving, Lindsey swam the length of the Thames to raise awareness of the plastic crisis. She rescued a drowning cow enroute, which inspired her first book, 'The Mermaid and the Cow'.

Amanda Parr, a well-known face on our TV screens, has recently risen to the Senior Presenter role on BBC Points West. She's interviewed everyone from Prime Ministers to local heroes - as well as reporting breaking news! Amanda will be sharing reflections on a career spent at the heart of our local community - taking us behind the lens to reveal what really happens when the cameras are rolling, and what goes on when (thankfully) they aren't!

Melissa Green - Chief Executive (CEO) NFWI.

Along with some interesting stalls for you to enjoy some retail therapy, we will also have a Bra 'Recycling' Bank at the meeting, for clean unwanted bras - in support of the Against Breast Cancer Charity.

Tea and coffee will be available on arrival, around the top circle of the Ballroom, we respectfully request that you give a donation. Members to make their own arrangements for lunch.

Note: St John Ambulance First Aiders will be in attendance.

Members Only: £21.00 (Note: each WI can send one delegate for free)
Closing Date: Monday 3 August 2026
Please apply through your WI Secretary

ZOOM EVENT: THE FORGOTTEN WOMEN OF HISTORYThursday 25 June 2026 Zoom: 7.00pm to 8.30pmThey say history is written by the...
27/04/2026

ZOOM EVENT: THE FORGOTTEN WOMEN OF HISTORY
Thursday 25 June 2026
Zoom: 7.00pm to 8.30pm

They say history is written by the winners, but we know the world is actually being run, healed and directed by the many people we don't hear about. In this talk, you will be introduced to some women through history who have made their mark in their own way but have become lost to our knowledge along the way. From scientists through artists and politicians you will meet some new heroines.

Your speaker Ali Warren is a retired Drama teacher and lecturer who got interested in this topic whilst working on a play by Aphra Behn.

Please see your WI Secretary to apply and for payment options.

Members and Non-Members: £5.00
Closing Date: Monday 22 June 2026

WILLOW WEAVING WORKSHOPSThursday 30 July 2026 10.00am to 1.00pm (Beginners) OR 2.00pm to 5.00pm (Advanced)Cleeve Village...
27/04/2026

WILLOW WEAVING WORKSHOPS

Thursday 30 July 2026
10.00am to 1.00pm (Beginners) OR 2.00pm to 5.00pm (Advanced)
Cleeve Village Hall (A370), Cleeve Hill Road off Main Road, Cleeve, Bristol, BS49 4PF

Sarah Meikle is an experienced and qualified tutor of crafts, working mainly in willow, ceramics and textiles. Her background includes 24 years teaching as a Diversional Therapist with St. Margaret's Hospice, running a Crafts Club for Somerset Sight users, facilitating Adult Learning and Leisure classes, willow workshops at the Crafts4Crafters Show, and The Magdalen Project.

Sarah will run two workshops. The morning workshop will be aimed at beginners, and the afternoon workshop will offer more advanced techniques for anyone wishing to extend their skills.

Garden Willow Projects will include bird feeders/nesting material holders (barrel and cone style), plant supports (wigwam style or upright pillars), cane protector ends and/or wind spirals.

Tea and Coffee will be available for a donation.

Members Only: £36.50
Closing Date: Thursday 25 June 2026
Please apply through your WI Secretary

REMINDER TO APPLY BY TUESDAY 5 MAY 2026!VISIT TO THE NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUMThursday 11 June 2026Arriving at 10.00am...
23/04/2026

REMINDER TO APPLY BY TUESDAY 5 MAY 2026!

VISIT TO THE NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM
Thursday 11 June 2026
Arriving at 10.00am and leaving at 4.30pm

The National Memorial Arboretum is a British site of national remembrance at Alrewas, near Lichfield. It is a 150-acre site with over 400 memorials for people who served or supported the nation in times of need. Its objective is to honour the fallen, recognise service and sacrifice, and foster pride in His Majesty's Armed Forces and the associated civilian community.
The visit will include a 50-minute, pre-recorded guided tour on the Arobretum's land train, ideal for first-time visitors or those with mobility issues, allowing you to see many morials easily.

Members and Non-Members: £40.00
Closing Date: Tuesday 5 May 2026

Coach pick-ups:
7.00am Keynsham (Ashton Way Car Park)
7.30am Tesco Eastville
7.50am Almondsbury Bus Stop (A38 lay-by)

Address

WI House 11 Station Road
Bristol
BS312BH

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

0117 9864782

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