Gillingham WI 2022

09/04/2026

Get ready for an unforgettable Federation Speaker Day! 🌟 Join us on Wednesday, 29 April at Ditton Community Centre, as we bring together three incredible individuals who will inspire and empower you with their remarkable stories.
🌈 First, meet Beth Hilton, a dedicated dog fosterer who will share her 15-year journey of passion, perseverance, and purpose.
💕 Next, step into the spotlight with Pete Benson, a film prop man who will regale us with tales of glamour, excitement, and the pursuit of a balanced life.
🎬 Finally, be inspired by Lucy Lewis, a trailblazing bomb disposal expert who will shatter myths and share her remarkable experiences.
💥 Don't miss out! Members tickets are £15, non-members £20 (priority to members).
⏳ Deadline: 10 April.

09/04/2026

Murder Mystery
💡 Join us at Platt Memorial Hall, Platinum Way, St Mary's Platt and get ready to uncover the truth!
Don't miss your chance to be a part of something exciting - submit your entry by this Friday, April 10th! 🕰️

17/03/2026

17/03/2026

Happy Neurodiversity Celebration Week! This week is a dedicated time to recognise and celebrate the neurodiverse community.

It is a great opportunity to educate yourself on neurodiversity and learn how you can support neurodiverse people.

We have a range of resources you can use, like our 'Guide for Neurotypicals: Understanding Autistic and ADHD women and girls' and our Thinking Differently zine which offers insights on the gendered differences in autism and ADHD. Check them out here: https://www.thewi.org.uk/campaigns/key-and-current-campaigns/thinking-differently

Through awareness and inclusion, we can ensure that neurodiverse people feel comfortable and celebrated.

17/03/2026

06/02/2026

It's happening! Our first Yarn Social night is on. Come along with a project or two, grab a drink and chat with like-minded folk. Book a ticket using the link in our bio or website.

03/02/2026

February 2026 has arrived and that can mean only one thing. Faye is reaching 50yrs old. 🎁
Which does seem really hard to believe, because inside my head I am still only in my 30s. 😂

So what better way to celebrate the best month of the year than 10% discount for all our customers and followers.

Over on our Ribblr pattern shop there is an automatic 10% off on all our patterns. You can see them here https://ribblr.com/shop/unravel-unwind-cic?referrer=5916

We have also set up a 10% automatic discount on our website here https://shop.unravelandunwind.co.uk/ and for all in store purchases too.
The discount doesn’t apply to classes, workshops or the handmade gifts by local makers.

💰 The discount runs from today until 28th February 2026, so come join us in celebrating Faye’s 50th birthday

03/02/2026

In the spirit of Valentine’s season and as part of our Bystanders Can Be Lifesavers campaign, we are excited to host our healthy heart webinar, ‘Put your heart first this Valentine's: Everyday habits for lifelong heart health’, 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/

03/02/2026

This February, we’re bringing Show the Love back, crafting green hearts and starting the conversations that matter.

At a time when the story of climate and nature is being challenged, and some voices try to turn our love for people and planet into something divisive, Show the Love reminds us that at the heart of a fairer, greener future is protecting the places we share and the things we all hold dear.

Making a green heart is a simple, powerful act. It makes care, hope and positive action visible in our communities. These small gestures help reduce fear and division, and inspire and spark bigger conversations. Together, we can turn our love into action and spread hope.

You can find out how to get involved in Show The Love, including how to craft the green heart on My WI: https://mywi.thewi.org.uk/nfwi-news/articles/show-the-love-14-february

Don't forget to send us pictures of your hearts and activities at [email protected]

01/12/2025

Green Team's Upcycling Christmas 🎄

01/12/2025

Help retailers give back to the NFWI when our supporters and friends shop online.

The NFWI is now registered with easyfundraising, which allows anyone buying gifts or essentials online to raise money for their cause , as the largest women’s organisation in the UK, they give women a voice that enables them to be a force for good in their community.

It works by retailers themselves (over 8,000, from eBay, Argos and JustEat to M&S) making small donations when you make a purchase – via the easyfundraising platform. It’s easy to set up and will take a couple of minutes - and we’ll explain how below).

1. Visit https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/national-federation-of-womens-institute and sign up for free.

2. This bit is important: every time you decide to shop online, you need to go to the easyfundraising site above first, and then select the retailer you would like to shop with. You can search for health, beauty, travel, clothing and much, much more.

3. Shop away 😊

After you’ve paid and checked out, that retailer will make a donation to National Federation of Women's Institutes. How lovely! It is vital that we raise funds at a national level to ensure we can continue to support women and continue to give them a voice to be a force for good in the community.

To find out more about who and how we help please contact Kelly Gibson, Fundraising Manager – [email protected]