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Hertfordshire Federation of Women's Institutes

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The WI plays a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills.

Hertfordshire Federation has a variety of WIs, stretching from the outskirts of London to the borders of Essex, Cambridgeshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire. Our first WI opened in 1917 and the Federation was established in 1919. We were based in St Albans where we purchased our first County House in 1955. In 2010 we moved County House to more suitable accommodation in the High Street of the lovely village of Wheathampstead, almost in the centre of the County. The office is open to visitors 9.30am to 1pm Monday to Friday. We have 68 institutes and almost 3000 members spread throughout the County, meeting at different times of the day and days of the week. As well as the monthly meetings our Federation sub-committees organise a varied programme of events which take place around the County and at County House. These include art, crafts and cookery, sport, music, drama and public affairs. The Federation's monthly newsletter keeps members informed of forthcoming events. For more information email us at [email protected]

02/11/2026

Support Wheathampstead WI at their village Lights Up 💡💡🧑‍🎄

02/11/2026

🎭 Oh Yes It Is! 🎭

Step into the wonderful world of pantomime with Herts Digi Dames WI on Monday 16th November at 7.30pm online.

Join them for a fun and nostalgic evening as Jim Stebbings takes us on a journey through the fascinating history of the English pantomime. From dames and villains to audience participation and festive traditions, discover how this much-loved entertainment became a British institution.

✨ Visitors are very welcome for just £4.

📧 To book your place, email: [email protected]

"It's behind you!" We couldn't resist! 😉

27/10/2026

✨ Christmas Dabble Day ✨
📅 Tuesday 10 November
📍 Memorial Hall, Marford Road, Wheathampstead AL4 8AY
🕙 10.00am–3.00pm
🎟️ Tickets £18 (non‑members £20)
💷 Up to £5 per workshop for materials (cash to tutor on the day)
Enjoy two creative 2‑hour workshops — choose one morning and one afternoon session:
• Sashiko Pincushion
• Neon Christmas Sign (A3)
• Scandi Style Heart
• Twine & Flower Wreath Decoration
Please contact Lorraine on 07815 322660 or [email protected] before booking to check availability.
Bookings remain open until 1 November.
Book via Ticketsource: www.ticketsource.com/hertfordshire-federation-of-wis

26/10/2026

Our virtual WI Digi Dames WI want to invite you...
🎄 VWI DigiDames Christmas Evening 🎄
Monday 21st December | A Festive Evening of Fun, Friendship & Christmas Cheer!

Ladies, get ready to jingle, mingle and enjoy a cosy Christmas evening together! Whether you're joining us from the UK or further afield, let's make it a special evening filled with laughter, festive traditions and friendship.

🎅 Your Christmas Evening Checklist
1. Wear something festive!
2. Bring your favourite tipple ☕
3. Get ready to decorate some Christmas biscuits! 🍪
4. Grab a warm blanket and get cosy! 🕯
5. Prepare for a Christmas scavenger hunt! 🔎
6. Let's Jingle Mingle! 💚
7. End the evening with Christmas carols 🎶

❤ Most importantly...
Bring yourself, your Christmas spirit and a smile!
There's no pressure to have everything perfect. Whether you sing, chat, listen, laugh or simply enjoy the company, you're very welcome.

Let's celebrate friendship, connection and the magic of Christmas — together, near & far!
For more information email: [email protected]

25/10/2026

🌟HFWI are looking for a Federation Treasurer, a Vice-Treasurer and new Board members. 🌟

The Treasurer's role is pivotal to the Federation. If you feel that you are able to offer to serve on the Board and could fill either role, could you please contact either Mrs Jill Profit, Chair [email protected], or the office [email protected].

🌟We could offer training support, from our Education Bursary Fund, if you feel your skills may need enhancing.
🌟We hold a Trustee Board Meetings once a month, very often via Zoom and we are looking to be flexible going forward to accommodate the working woman.
🌟 If you are curious to know what being a Board Member means, you would be very welcome to join us at any of our meetings, as an observer.

24/10/2026

📣 Online WI Committee Training
Join us on Monday 16 November, 7.00pm–9.00pm for a free online training session for WI members.
A great opportunity to learn, share ideas, and strengthen your committee skills.
💻 Free to members
📍 Held on Zoom
Register now and secure your place! www.ticketsource.com/hertfordshire-federation-of-wis

23/10/2026

NEW VENUE FOUND...
🌼 Could a New WI Begin in Watford? 🌼
✨Come along to our open meeting and help shape the future of a potential new WI in Watford.
✨Find out what the group could offer, meet other local women, and share your ideas for what you’d love to see in a new WI.
✨Where: Tudor Arms
Address: Bushey Mill Lane, Watford, WD24 7TQ
✨When: Tuesday 24 November 2026 at 7.00pm
✨Questions or want to register your interest? Email [email protected]
✨Everyone welcome – we hope to see you there!
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22/10/2026

HFWI Literary Lunch with Best Selling Author, Sue Moorcroft
Thursday 12 November 2026
The View, Panshanger Golf Club, Old Hern's Lane, AL7 2ED
Tickets £35.00 including a 2-course lunch. Sit down at 1.00pm.

This year our speaker will be Sue Moorcroft who is a Sunday Times bestselling author. Her novels have reached #1 on Kindle UK and Top 100 on Kindle US, Canada, Germany and Italy. She’s won the Goldsboro Books Contemporary Novel of the Year, Readers’ Best Romantic Novel award, two HOLT Medallions and the Katie Fforde Bursary. She’s the president of the Romantic Novelists’ Association. Her novels, short stories, serials, columns, writing ‘how to’ and courses have appeared around the world.

This event is always a sell-out, so get your tickets now!
Please provide details of special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Tickets available from: www.ticketsource.com/hertfordshire-federation-of-wis

20/10/2026

🌟 FREE Online Talk — Hertfordshire Librarian with the HFWI Education Team
📅 Thursday 22 October
🕖 7.00pm

Register on TicketSource by 20 October to receive your Zoom link and join us for an engaging session with the Hertfordshire Libraries Service for free!

These days, libraries offer so much more than borrowing books — come and discover everything available for you and your family.

Address

29 High Street
Wheathampstead
AL48BB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 1pm
Tuesday	9am - 1pm
Wednesday	9am - 1pm
Thursday	9am - 1pm
Friday	9am - 1pm

Telephone

+441582834010

Website

https://hertfordshire.thewi.org.uk/

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