The WIGs (WI Girls) are a large branch of the Women's Institute based in Colchester, Essex. We're out to celebrate what it means to be a woman in the modern world. With around 100 members from a mixture of ages (everyone welcome, from 18+) and backgrounds, we pride ourselves on being an all-encompassing group of women who are driven by a common interest - a desire to learn new things, discover new interests and share our experiences with like-minded people. It's about being ourselves, while learning and growing from our adventures together. We meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm (WIGs o'clock!); in the Tollgate Hall, Stanway, CO3 0RH. Alongside our main meeting we have regular social events and several monthly subgroups (members only) including; Craft Club, Cake Club, Ladies Who Lunch, Walking Group, Knit & Stitch, Let's Listen and Read, Supper Club, Out & About and Sunday Social. Our main meetings cover a wide range of topics. Recent subjects have included; a willow weaving workshop, a talk by a Great British Bake Off contestant and a talk by a forensic scientist to name a few. Membership for 2026 is currently full.
