Upton Village W.I.

09/04/2026

Big thanks to Wendy Peers and our committee members for a fun 🤩 WI craft evening making 1920s table bottle decorations for our forthcoming centenary celebrations 🎊🪶✨🍾🎉next month 👏🏼

08/03/2026

Wishing all our members a happy International Women’s Day today 🙌🌺

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International Women’s Day is a time to come together and recognise the incredible achievements of women everywhere. This year, we’re shining a spotlight on the inspiring initiatives led by WI members who have generously given their time, care and skills to support other women.

ICYMI, we hosted our International Women’s Day webinar on Friday, and you can watch it back and hear these powerful stories:

Jane Sorrell and Bramhall WI (Cheshire Federation) shared how one speaker inspired meaningful action to support women in prison including establishing a regular book club.

Nicola Awni from GAP WI (Gwent Federation), a proud member of the Not in My Name Community Champions, who shared her passion for the campaign and the impactful work happening in Wales.

Jane Squirrell from Werrington WI (Huntingdon & Peterborough Federation), who spoke about setting up a prison crafting session – how it began, what they’ve learned, and the powerful impact crafting has had for both members and female residents.

Together, these stories show the strength of women coming together to uplift and empower others. Thank you for all you do, as members, supporters and friends of the NFWI to celebrate and inspire women everywhere.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/Cthz0kLJ0CY

08/03/2026

18/02/2026

Countdown is on for our Great Gatsby Film Night Chester on Wed 25th Feb .. members can dress to impress with a prize awarded to the best dressed 💎🍸🪶✨ 🦚🎊🌟 but this is optional.
Start time for attendees is 6pm for 6.30pm start .. refreshments will be available , please see email already sent for more specific details! 🎬🎥

17/02/2026

Year of the 🐴🐎

Wishing all who celebrate a Happy Chinese New Year! Year of the horse.

Find out more about celebrating with delicious recipes and more on My WI - https://mywi.thewi.org.uk/running-your-wi/lets-talk-about-educational-resources/religion-and-culture/chinese-new-year

17/02/2026

Give yourself a Galentine's present and book your place at camp! Booking opens tomorrow 14th February and we will take requests in time order.
Full details were sent to secretaries but are all available on our website diary.

To book; email [email protected] giving your name and WI
and whether you are booking indoor or outdoor accommodation.
Maximum of 2 members applying per email. If booking indoor
accommodation please indicate if you need a bottom bunk and if you have accessibility requirements that mean you need ground floor accommodation. As indoor accommodation is shared, please indicate any friendship groups and we will endeavour to put you in the same room as each other. (This is more easily achieved if you ask for bottom and top bunk if you are booking for 2). You will then receive a form for completion which will give you your booking reference number and details of how to pay by BACS. The form must be returned at the same time as your payment.
The cost is £75 and a non-refundable deposit of £35 is required by 23rd February once you have had confirmation of your place.

17/02/2026

Celebrate the women who changed history 💚

Our new hanging ornaments from St Nicolas honour the spirit of the movement, featuring the Suffragist, Suffragette, Votes for Women Teacup and Well-Behaved Women designs.

Each decoration is carefully handmade by skilled artisans in independent workshops, using traditional techniques and ethically managed production that supports fair pay and secure employment. Thoughtful, meaningful and made to be treasured.

Shop now - https://shop.thewi.org.uk/collections/home-garden💚

12/02/2026

Our February session when Upton Village WI embraced AI with Confidence and Curiosity!

Well done to Helen Jackson and the AI Adventurers.

Upton Village WI proved that learning has no age limit as members gathered for an inspiring and practical Artificial Intelligence workshop led by the group’s “AI Adventurers.”

The session focused on demystifying AI tools such as ChatGPT and helping members install and confidently use them on their own phones. What followed was an evening filled with curiosity, laughter, and real-world discovery.
From planning holidays to styling haircuts, members quickly realised how accessible and helpful AI can be in everyday life.

One member shared,

“Never thought I'd be using a bot in my 70s — can’t wait to tell my husband.”

Another commented,

“I’ve planned my holiday to Lanzarote in less than 10 minutes! I’ve surprised myself.”

There were practical successes too:

“I’m off to show my hairdresser what I want on Friday now — a fringe!”

Perhaps most telling was the reflection:
“Love that our WI is so vibrant and modern.”

The workshop explored both the opportunities and considerations surrounding AI, encouraging thoughtful discussion about its role in education, healthcare, work and daily life. Members were also signposted to further learning opportunities, including short explainer videos on the pros and cons of AI and the UK Government’s free AI learning courses.

For those wishing to explore further:
• Short YouTube videos discussing the pros and cons of AI:
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=pros+and+cons+of+artificial+intelligence�

• Free UK Government AI courses (with certificate):
https://aiskillshub.org.uk�

The evening highlighted an important message: technology should not feel exclusive or intimidating. When women gather around the tech table together, confidence grows — and possibilities expand.

Upton Village WI continues to champion lifelong learning, curiosity and community — proving that innovation and tradition can thrive side by side.

20/01/2026

In the spirit of Valentine’s season, as part of our Bystanders Can Be Lifesavers campaign activities we are excited to host our webinar: ‘Put your heart first this Valentine's: Everyday habits for lifelong heart health’, taking place on Friday 13 February, 12:00-13:00pm.

This webinar will focus on ways to nurture your most important muscle, your heart. Learn simple, evidence-based lifestyle habits that can strengthen your cardiovascular health and promote you long-term wellbeing. We will hear from healthcare experts on the importance of nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and preventative care, as well as quick tricks for how to easily increase your heart resilience in your everyday routine.

You can register here: https://learninghub.thewi.org.uk/at-home/courses/wellness-put-your-heart-first-this-valentines-everyday-habits-for-lifelong-heart-health-2026-02-13-120000/ ❤️

18/01/2026

Watch NFWI CEO Melissa Green take us through all the highlights of 2025. Let's make 2026 just as eventful as we make a difference together.

15/01/2026

What a fun 🤩 night our members had learning the Charleston steps 👣.. a big thanks to our dance 💃 teacher Wendy Peers for teaching our WI the Charleston ! 👏