Manchester Women's Institute

Manchester Women's Institute A modern take on the Women’s Institute! Our meetings take place on the 4th Tuesday of each month Here at Manchester W.I. tradition!

you will find an eclectic mix of sisters mixing up the W.I. Women of all ages can take a little time out of their hectic schedules and come together with like minded ladies, to have a little fun and learn new skills! We also have the following sub-groups for members of Manchester W.I to enjoy. The meetings take place outside of the main monthly meetings.

- 1st Tuesday of the month


- 3rd Tuesday of the month

We also run ad hoc Ladyskillers, Sports & Leisure and Culture Club subgroups too. Whilst we're online only all meetings are limited to members only. All you need to bring is yourself! You can join as a member here https://www.manchesterwi.org.uk/events-1/wi-membership-2020

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As we shared in our last post, Manchester WI will be suspending its activities from April 2026.This decision comes with ...
27/03/2026

As we shared in our last post, Manchester WI will be suspending its activities from April 2026.

This decision comes with a huge amount of sadness, but also with clarity about who we are and what we stand for. Following discussion and consultation, our members have officially voted not to continue as part of the WI in the new membership year. Manchester WI is now closed, effective immediately.

Manchester WI has always been built on inclusion, community, and support for one another - values that our members have shown time and time again.
Since 2012, this group has been a space for friendship, creativity, learning, and solidarity. We’ve laughed together, supported each other, and built something truly special that goes far beyond a name.

To everyone who has been part of Manchester WI over the years: thank you. For your time, your energy, your care, and your commitment to making this a welcoming and inclusive community. You are what made Manchester WI what it is. 💜

While this chapter is coming to a close, the spirit of what we’ve created together won’t disappear. The connections, the friendships, and the shared values will carry on in whatever comes next.

With love and gratitude,
Manchester WI Committee ✨

🧵 Craft & Natter 🧵Join us for a relaxed afternoon of crafting, coffee, cake, and good company ☕🍰We’ll bring origami supp...
24/02/2026

🧵 Craft & Natter 🧵
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of crafting, coffee, cake, and good company ☕🍰
We’ll bring origami supplies (a black pen would be handy if you have one!), or feel free to bring your own craft project along.
RSVP via link in bio and come get creative with us ✂️✨

📅 Sun 8 March
⏰ 1PM
📍 People’s History Museum

✨ February Main Meeting ✨Come and try swing dancing with us! 💃 Join us for an evening of learning, laughs, and dancing v...
23/02/2026

✨ February Main Meeting ✨
Come and try swing dancing with us! 💃

Join us for an evening of learning, laughs, and dancing vibes. No experience needed – just bring your energy!
RSVP now via the link in our bio 🎶

📅 Tue 24 Feb
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Central Hall Manchester

In December 2025, the WI announced a change to its membership rules to exclude trans women from being members of the org...
23/02/2026

In December 2025, the WI announced a change to its membership rules to exclude trans women from being members of the organisation. Following consultation with Manchester WI members, it was immediately clear that this position is strongly against the ethos of our group.

A majority of our members, including those on our Committee, have made the decision that we will not be continuing as members of the WI in the new membership year.
We do not have enough members willing to fill the vacant officer roles, and as a result Manchester WI will be suspending its activities from April 2026.

This was not a decision taken lightly - Manchester WI was formec in 2012, and has been incredibly important to so many of us.
Thank you to everyone who has played a role in being part of our community since the start. 💜💚

🧠 January Main Meeting = QUIZ NIGHT 🧠We’re kicking off 2026 with our annual quiz night + pizza 🍕 and you don’t want to m...
20/01/2026

🧠 January Main Meeting = QUIZ NIGHT 🧠

We’re kicking off 2026 with our annual quiz night + pizza 🍕 and you don’t want to miss it 👀

📍 Central Hall Manchester
🗓 Tuesday 27 January
⏰ 7pm
🔗 RSVP now in bio

Today NFWI published a statement regarding a change in membership rules of the Women’s Institute which excludes trans wo...
03/12/2025

Today NFWI published a statement regarding a change in membership rules of the Women’s Institute which excludes trans women from membership of the WI.

Manchester WI is incredibly disappointed by this announcement, and we would like to make clear that we oppose this decision.

We will be conducting discussions with our members to decide the best course of action and how to proceed.

📚 December Bookish Broads ✨Our final Bookish Broads of the year is here! 📖This month we’re diving into our ‘Historical F...
02/12/2025

📚 December Bookish Broads ✨

Our final Bookish Broads of the year is here! 📖
This month we’re diving into our ‘Historical Fiction’ pick: Kindred by Octavia E. Butler.
Even if you haven’t finished the book (or started it 👀), you’re welcome to join 💬

🗓️ Tue 09 Dec
⏰ 6:45 PM
📍 Register for details (🔗 in Bio)

We’ll also be choosing our next read for the ‘I’ve Been Meaning to Read That!’ theme ✨
Perfect time to nominate that book that’s been sitting on your bookshelf for forever… we all have one 😅

🎄✨ Christmas Craft & Natter ✨🎄Grab your scissors and festive spirit — it’s time for a cozy Christmas Craft & Natter! 🧵☕🔗...
15/11/2025

🎄✨ Christmas Craft & Natter ✨🎄

Grab your scissors and festive spirit — it’s time for a cozy Christmas Craft & Natter! 🧵☕

🔗 RSVP via our website, link in bio
🗓️ Sun 14 Dec 2025
⏰ 1:00 – 3:00 PM
📍 Whitworth Art Gallery Café, Oxford Rd, Manchester M15 6ER

We’ll meet for lunch, coffee, or cake 🍰☕ before diving into some Christmas crafting magic — think felt tree decorations, mini Christmas puddings, and sparkly embroidery & beads 🎅🧶✨

We’ll have most of the supplies ready, but feel free to bring your own needles, scissors, and any cute extras like beads, sequins, ribbon, or festive bits & bobs 🎁
Come get crafty, sip something warm, and soak up the Christmas vibes with lovely people 💚❤️

🎅✨ Christmas Drinks 2025 ✨🎄It’s that time again — our annual Christmas drinks are here! 🥂💃We’ll be hanging out at Societ...
14/11/2025

🎅✨ Christmas Drinks 2025 ✨🎄

It’s that time again — our annual Christmas drinks are here! 🥂💃
We’ll be hanging out at Society, surrounded by festive lights, great drinks, and loads of street food vendors 🍔🍕💫

🗓️ Thu 11 Dec 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Society, Basement, 100 Barbirolli Square, Manchester M2 3BD

✨ November Main Meeting ✨ The River (our amazing charity partner) will be joining us to share more about the incredible ...
13/11/2025

✨ November Main Meeting ✨
The River (our amazing charity partner) will be joining us to share more about the incredible work they do 💙
We’ll also be running a collection of food bank items for them — if you can, please bring along: tinned & dried foods, toiletries, non-perishables 🥫🧼
Let’s come together, do some good, and spread those cozy pre-Christmas vibes 🎄💫

New faces always welcome - Come and see what we are about! 🫶

🗓️ Tue 25 Nov 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Central Hall, Oldham St, Manchester M1 1JQ
🍰 Baking theme: Christmas-themed bakes to keep things festive!

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