Hatch Warren W.I.

09/11/2025

Our November meeting was great fun! We learned a bit about the history of belly dancing, that there are different types of dance according to location and culture, and were mesmerised by Julie Brown’s demonstrations.
We even had the chance to have a go and learned a simple routine, wearing coin belts that Julie had brought along for us to borrow.
What fun! And great for the figure too!

09/11/2025

Your chance to make a difference!

At the Resolution Shortlist Meeting members shortlisted 5 resolutions. All WI members now have the chance to cast their individual selections on the resolution they support the most.

We have a variety of resources available for you to use to consider and make your selection. You can hold a WI meeting to discuss and learn more about each selection. You can access all of the resources here: https://mywi.thewi.org.uk/public-affairs-and-campaigns/news-and-actions/resolution-shortlist-2025-26-make-your-selection

Don't forget the deadline for your selections to reach your federation is 6 February!

17/10/2025

A collection of 120BPM songs, the ideal speed for CPR

11/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚

Our mental health needs ongoing care and attention. It's not something we sort once and forget about. It requires nurturing, the right tools, and support when we need it.

The WI Learning Hub has free online mental health resources available anytime: practical tools and guidance to support your wellbeing. Access them at: https://learninghub.thewi.org.uk/on-demand/courses/?_search=%23elearning%20%23health&_sort=title_asc

Need support now? The Mental Health Foundation offers comprehensive resources and guidance on getting help: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-help

You deserve support.

10/10/2025

Here’s what’s happening at Hatch Warren WI in the next week or so…

Craft group meets Monday 13th
Genealogy group meets Wednesday 15th
Meet us for coffee and a chat on Friday 17th
Members’ lunch Friday 24th
And Belly Dancing on 6th November

Join us soon and enjoy good company, free access to online courses (members only), interesting talks and a monthly magazine. Plus more…

08/10/2025

Telling Tales

Now that the weather is getting cooler and evenings are darker it’s comforting to come together and share stories. This is what our October meeting was about.

Do you know why dogs circle round each other when they meet? Well, our guest, Fiona Birchall gave us the answer in her Tale of the Missing Tails along with 3 other stories from her repertoire of 200 or so. Whenever we meet up for a coffee and a chat about our family and friends, we are storytelling. Like us travellers would group together and at night and sit around the fire to share stories from around the world adapting them to their audience.

If you are interested in joining us, our next get-together is at 7:30pm on Thursday 6th November at Hatch Warren Community Centre. We shall be Belly Dancing!

02/10/2025

At Hatch Warren WI we begin our Autumn programme on 2nd October with an evening of Traditional Storytelling from Fiona Birchall.

You'll also be able to register your interest in our festive events planned for December...
☕Coffee and mince pies, when we'll be able to exchange cards and 🎁gifts
🍽️Christmas lunch at BCoT (pre-order necessary)
More details will be available at the meeting tonight so make sure you don't miss it!

01/10/2025

At Hatch Warren WI we begin our Autumn programme on 2nd October with an evening of Traditional Storytelling from Fiona Birchall.

You'll also be able to register your interest in our festive events planned for December...
☕Coffee and mince pies, when we'll be able to exchange cards and 🎁gifts
🍽️Christmas lunch at BCoT (pre-order necessary)
More details will be available at the meeting on 2nd October so make sure you don't miss it!

23/09/2025

The WI really can make a difference, shown in our annual resolutions and campaigns supporting women in the UK and worldwide. This is just one of the many current campaigns to make a change where change is needed.

22/09/2025

Autumn officially begins today!

Here are some of the events and activities we have planned at Hatch Warren WI.

We’ll be at Hatch Warren Community Centre on 2nd October for our monthly meeting which starts at 7:30pm.

21/09/2025

Autumn officially begins on 22nd September this year, according to the astronomical definition of the season. It's certainly beginning to feel quite autumnal as we head towards October.
Here are some of the events and activities we have planned at Hatch Warren WI during the first few weeks of autumn.

14/08/2025

Want to find out what Hatch Warren W.I. is about?
Then come along to Cafe in the Park at 11am on Friday 15th August and meet us for an informal natter and a cuppa.