Dorking Hens WI

29/08/2026

Although we are not officially meeting this month lots of events and get togethers have gone on from coffee meet ups, afternoon teas and barbecues in members gardens and walks. Today’s was the first in the rain, but we’re still smiling and enjoying a coffee & catch up on the way around.
We look forward to getting together for our first meeting on Thursday the 10th of September at 7.30 Burgundy&Black In Dorking. Look out for more details to come.

31/07/2026

A delightful and delicious supper at one of our Dorking Hens members home.

10/07/2026

Our Summer Social was enjoyed on a hot evening at Burgundy&Black In Dorking.

We began with a fun quiz about English Country Gardens and then enjoyed Bucks Fizz or orange juice, strawberries and cream and scones sitting outside.

Our next meeting is on Thursday the 10th of September at 7.30 at Burgundy & Black. All are welcome to visit and see if they would like to join our group.
Although there is no formal meeting social gathering will be taking place throughout our break.

07/07/2026

🚁 Attention Surrey WI Members! 🚁
We now have spaces available on our Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance Base Tours on Thursday 9th July 2026!
📍 Redhill Aerodrome, RH1 5JY
Choose from:
🕥 AM Session: 10:30am – 12:00pm X2 spaces
🕜 PM Session: 1:30pm – 3:00pm X3 spaces
Come and meet the incredible KSS Air Ambulance team, including paramedics, helicopter crew, office staff and volunteers. You'll have the opportunity to tour the base, learn more about their life-saving work, ask questions, and, if operational demands allow, see the helicopter up close.
💛 There is no charge to attend for Surrey WI members, although KSS Air Ambulance suggests a voluntary donation of £10 per person. Donations can be made by cash or card on the day.
🎟️ WI Members Only – Free Tickets
Book your place via the Surrey Federation website. Be quick – spaces are limited!
https://www.ticketsource.com/surreyfedwi
🚁💛

03/06/2026

In our meeting on June 11th we will be welcoming the “Four Effect Quartet”. They will be captivating us with delightful four part a capella harmony in barbershop style, encouraging audience participation. Look forward to a fun evening!

The meeting will be &Black In Dorking and we will meet at 7.30pm.
Those who are interested in joining the Dorking Hens or want to come and meet
our group will be made very welcome.

15/05/2026

A super evening listening to our guest speaker Jane Muddle talking about the story behind the bags and hats of Madagascar. We learnt a lot about the island and people. The display of hats and bags was amazing and the quality first class. Needless to say, many were purchased at the end of the evening.

11/05/2026

Our next monthly meeting is on Thursday, 14th May, at 7.30pm at Burgundy and Black. Our speaker will be “The Story Behind the Bags and Hats from Madagascar” with Jane Muddle and there will be the opportunity to browse and buy some examples as well as our usual raffle and book table.
We look forward to seeing members and any visitors interested in joining our group.

11/05/2026

11/05/2026

Money raised for the Air Ambulance at our quiz night.

22/04/2026

Dorking Hens WI organised a successful Quiz Night at Java Cafe, raising an impressive £944 for the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance charity. Thanks to Java Cafe for hosting us, Simon for his excellent quiz questions and generally keeping us in order, the local businesses and members who donated to our brilliant raffle and members of Dorking Larks WI who supported us and achieved the well deserved win. We are delighted to have raised a substantial sum for the Air Ambulance while having such a fun and sociable evening!

's of Dorking Jewellers
Spa Dorking
Menswear Dorking
Dorking Butchery
Social
Lovely Shop
's Little Bra Shop
Dorking
love dorking
Larks WI
Federation of Womens Institutes