Scrap Book 2020
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It has been an extraordinary year. We have not met as a group since the 100th Birthday Party below, in February, due to Covid 19 and the total lock down which came into force on the 20th March 2020. When most businesses closed and everyone was told to stay at home and isolate themselves from family and friends, this was to save the National Health Service from being overwhelmed. The country came to a stand still. The death toll was rising at an alarming rate every day. Measures were put in place to protect jobs. Now in August the situation has improved the death rate from Covid 19 has reduced considerably. The country has incurred immeasurable debt and now everyone is being encouraged to return to work, that is the ones who have a job to go back to. Here in Welton we have all considered ourselves very lucky, most of us have gardens and could walk out to take take our daily quota of exercise, as most of us in the WI are retired I don't think the financial implications have been as severe as it has for a lot of people. Now it is time to think about getting back to normal, the Village Hall which has been closed since March is hoping to open next Month. Our WI during the lock down has done its best to keep in contact with members with a fortnightly online magazine organised by the President Eliz Snedker and Kim Baldwin the secretary, with contributions from members, also a weekly Zoom coffee morning (who had heard of Zoom before crisis). Then there have been garden visits in members gardens, no more than six people and all social distancing. Moving forward the problem is that many members are over 70 and feel vulnerable or are shielding for husbands or partners or they have elderly relatives who they care for. We shall see what members decide further down the line. |
100 Years of Welton WI
This year Welton WI celebrated 100 years since it was formed in 1920 . It ran successfully until the beginning of the 2nd World War, then membership dropped of apparently due to the pressure of the war and as many families took in evacuee children the women found duties in the house more demanding. It reformed in 1961. Until this year the WI has celebrated the anniversary in February from 1961, but when correspondence came to light showing the earlier date it was thought that it would nice if there was a special 100th Anniversary Party. So instead of booking a restaurant it was decided to have a very different dinner in the Village Hall with a local outside caterer providing a delicious 3 course dinner beautifully served at the table. Members were offered a glass of prosecco on arrival and during the meal were entertained by Kev.G magician. The hall was transformed the tables beautifully decorated. This was also the occasion of the unveiling of the new WI Banner, designed and assembled by Jan Townsend with all flowers made by members. This will be displayed at any Federation occasion and at the monthly meeting.
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The WI enjoyed a lovely Christmas Lunch at the Pytchley Hotel, West Haddon. This year is only the 2nd time Welton WI have celebrated Christmas with a lunch, it looks as if it might become a tradition
The Presentation of the Skittles Trophy
At the meeting on the 14th November, Carol Taylor presented Certificates to the members of the Champion Northamptonshire Skittles Team. Carol had previously received the trophy from Floella Benjamin at the Northamptonshire AGM at Spinney Hill.
Group Meeting October 24th 2019
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October is the month for the AGM, this year Eliz Snedker was re-elected as president after a very successful year for the WI, two committee members stood down Margret Jones who has been a very able treasurer for the past 2 years and Andrea Dones who was a great support to the then new committee.
Also, at the AGM the Rose Bowl is presented to a member whom the president feels have worked hard for the WI during the past year, this year Jan Townsend has certainly done that, she has designed and made a banner for Welton WI with contributions from many members. This will be displayed at and WI events.
Bobby Buddies. Officers from Northamptonshire Police would like to thank knitting enthusiasts for their overwhelming support and generosity in helping to create an army of Bobby Buddies for the Force. Following an appeal in May, from the Domestic Abuse Prevention and Investigation Team (DAPIT) When attending incidents at an address where there are young children, officers are being encouraged to give the Bobby Buddies to any young children. Here Eliz and Kim are delivering Welton WI`s contribution to Daventry Police Station
Also, at the AGM the Rose Bowl is presented to a member whom the president feels have worked hard for the WI during the past year, this year Jan Townsend has certainly done that, she has designed and made a banner for Welton WI with contributions from many members. This will be displayed at and WI events.
Bobby Buddies. Officers from Northamptonshire Police would like to thank knitting enthusiasts for their overwhelming support and generosity in helping to create an army of Bobby Buddies for the Force. Following an appeal in May, from the Domestic Abuse Prevention and Investigation Team (DAPIT) When attending incidents at an address where there are young children, officers are being encouraged to give the Bobby Buddies to any young children. Here Eliz and Kim are delivering Welton WI`s contribution to Daventry Police Station
Here you can see ;members enjoying Members Night at the July meeting, an occasion when the committee takes a rest and a small group of members take over and organise the evenings entertainment. This year the theme was Ditch the Tech, there was a great selection of games, old and new for everyone to try. The supper was provided by members.
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The Village Fete on the 15th June.
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On the 11th June
15 members of WI went to see Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat at Kilworth Open Theatre. The weather unfortunately did not turn out as expected for the time of year. Prepared for anything the weather might throw at them, members had a wonderful evening. Eliz thanked Anita for organising such a wonderful trip. |
On the 29th May Welton WI visited The Bell Plantation at Towcester for afternoon tea, it was a lovely afternoon, members first enjoyed the fantastic tea then had the opportunity to look round the garden centre and other attractions.
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May 2019 was a busy and exciting time for Welton WI. On Monday 20th Welton played in the finals of the Northamptonshire WI Skittle Match they were competing against Great Billing WI a very tough team at Earls Barton. There was much jubilation when Welton were victorious as you will see.
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Welton WI 58th Birthday Dinner
Wednesday 27th February 2019 at the Romer Arms, Newnham. Everyone had a very enjoyable evening as will be seen from the following photographs.
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Christmas Meeting 2018
Christmas Meeting 2018
There was a change of plan for the Christmas meeting, Judith Allnat a local author was booked to speak about her work, unfortunately due to the sudden death of her Father she was unable to attend. So the committee arranged a Christmas Party, members bought plates of food and the committee provided mulled wine, mince pies etc. There was music and quizzes for the members to enjoy. It had been decided in November that instead of a Secret Santa members would provide items of non perishable festive food for a family in need, The large box and hamper would be delivered by the Daventry Food Ba
The 30th November was the day of the Christmas Lunch, Members enjoyed a lovely meal at the Waterside Restaurant overlooking Draycote Water, near Rugby.
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The Annual General Meeting 11th October 2018
Marie Perry retired as President and Eliz Snedker was elected as the new President together with a new committee.
As retiring President, Marie chose to give the Rose Bowl to Margaret Jones for all her hard work as treasurer, Margret agreed to continue as treasurer for the coming year.
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On the 16th August 2018 the local group of WI`s celebrated 100 years of the WI in Northamptonshire, members from Welton, Barby, Kilsby, Yelvertoft and Braunston met in Barby Village Hall for a very special celebration tea party, caterers provided delicious sandwiches and cakes, members were treated to a glass of prosecco on arrival. The tables decorated with flowers and pretty china. All the ladies were beautifully dressed to mark the occasion many wearing hats and pearls.
Each WI put on a short witty entertainment. A group of members from Welton a sang an amusing song encouraging bored ladies to join the WI and to take advantage of all it had to offer, they were accompanied by Martin Heath from BBC Radio Northampton, the song written by Val Hamblin years ago had a chorus which everyone joined. Everyone agreed that it had been a lovely way to celebrate 100 years of the WI in Northamptonshire. The photos are of members of Welton WI and below are the group of Welton singers with Martin Heath.
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Soap Box Derby Teas June 30th.
Here are some of the volunteers all ready to serve teas to the spectators.
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The Village Fete 17th June 2018.
This year WI served teas from the school. Here members are ready for a successful afternoon. Money from the teas raised £300.00 which will be divided between the school and the Church. On the left the banner is in place with the help of Jack Perry. |
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June Meeting
Coleen Oldham after years as the Captain of Welton WI skittle team has decided to step down. Colleen who lives in Coventry, has been a member of Welton WI and the skittle team for around 30 years. The team will miss her enthusiasm and encouragement but she still intends to be score keeper. Marie Perry President seen here presenting Colleen with her favourite tipple. |
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The subject of the June meeting was vitreous Art Glassware by Mike Addy and Jenny Timms, here Jenny is giving a demonstration on cutting glass
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Earlier in the year the committee decided they needed a banner and an A board to advertise WI teas at the various events held in the village during the year. Sue Kamarra volunteered her husband Robert to design it. Here Sue and Margret are displaying the banner and the A board to the members...
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On Thursday 12th April WI members and guests were very well entertained in the Village Hall by Dukes Ukes Daventry ukulele band. It was a lively evening with a large audience who sang along with great gusto . Did you know that the ukulele is the national instrument of Hawaii ?
A long with the music we heard many other interesting ukulele facts. During the interval there was a plentiful supply of tea and delicious cakes with background music played on the clarinet by Lara Chambers aged 13
Everyone agreed it was a joyful evening " If you were among those who expressed an interest in learning this great little instrument, you could get in touch with Barry Nash on 01327 261269 or speak to Val Hamblin"
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The Birthday Dinner February 21st 2018
This year the Birthday Dinner was held at the Countryman, Staverton. As you will see from the pictures below everyone seemed to have a good evening.
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We were sad to hear via Leanne Horder, (Rachel’s daughter-in-law in Scotland) of the death of Sue Woodley in Surrey. Sue an ex President of the WI, secretary and who with the help of Joyce Mossop organised many memorable outings, she epitomised the WI before we became dependent on emails and voicemail; a time when the WI tramped round the village singing carols at Christmas. Sue would turn her hand to anything whether it was baking a cake or making a speech and would encourage others to follow her lead.
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The Pancake Supper 8th February 2018
The January Meeting was a talk by Geoff Lambert and his dog Buddy on the work of the Medical Detection Dogs.
The February meeting this year was a pancake and prosecco supper, members spent a very happy evening eating a quantity of pancakes with various delicious fillings, and taking part in competitions and pancake tossing games. It was great to see so many new members enjoying themselves. Thanks were given to all the ladies who had provided the food and to Deborah who organised the competitions and games. The WI aprons in use again.
The February meeting this year was a pancake and prosecco supper, members spent a very happy evening eating a quantity of pancakes with various delicious fillings, and taking part in competitions and pancake tossing games. It was great to see so many new members enjoying themselves. Thanks were given to all the ladies who had provided the food and to Deborah who organised the competitions and games. The WI aprons in use again.
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Members were sad to hear of the death of Maud Lennox on the 4th December 2017. Maud had been an active member of Welton WI since the 1950s.
Members were sad to hear of the death of Maud Lennox on the 4th December 2017. Maud had been an active member of Welton WI since the 1950s.
The Christmas Meeting was a very enjoyable evening, Mrs. Marjorie Davis demonstrated to the members the art of making
Christmas table decorations. The evening finished with a glass of mulled wine and snacks.
Christmas table decorations. The evening finished with a glass of mulled wine and snacks.
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Welton WI AGM October 12th 2017
The AGM on the 12th October was also the opportunity to show off the new WI aprons to be used when members are serving WI teas at the various events during the year.
As it had been many years since a group photo of the Welton WI had been taken, it was decided that the AGM would present a good opportunity as traditionally there is not a speaker. Katty Isles a local photographer with a lot of patience arranged everyone and kindly took two versions.
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In August this year instead of a footpath walk, members of Welton WI visited Stowe Landscape Gardens near Buckingham.
The event was arranged in memory of Marjorie Warne who died last December and had been a longstanding member of Welton WI. As a thank you for helping with the wake of Marjorie her family had very kindly donated some money to the WI, the committee decided it would be very nice to treat members to a cream tea. So after lunch members walked around the 250 acres of extensive grounds, some chose to hire a buggy to see the various monuments and follies which the Lord Viscount Cobham built during his lifetime. Then at 3.30 everyone met again in the tea room feeling rather exhausted and enjoyed a lovely cream tea and thought of Marjorie.
The event was arranged in memory of Marjorie Warne who died last December and had been a longstanding member of Welton WI. As a thank you for helping with the wake of Marjorie her family had very kindly donated some money to the WI, the committee decided it would be very nice to treat members to a cream tea. So after lunch members walked around the 250 acres of extensive grounds, some chose to hire a buggy to see the various monuments and follies which the Lord Viscount Cobham built during his lifetime. Then at 3.30 everyone met again in the tea room feeling rather exhausted and enjoyed a lovely cream tea and thought of Marjorie.
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Friday 30th June a group of WI members and their husbands visited Leicester, to see the Cathedral and the burial place of Richard 111. On arrival members were given a guided tour of the Cathedral, then after lunch they went to the very impressive visitors centre located near by, which originally was in the grounds of the monastery and here Richard 111 was buried in some haste by the monks.
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The June meeting was originally arranged as an evening garden party to be held at Rachel's, unfortunately the weather was so wet and unpredictable that it was decided at the last minute to change the venue to the pub, everyone was very grateful to Margret the landlady for allowing us to take over the restaurant, everyone bought either a savoury or a sweet.
About 2 years ago Caroline Maxwell thought that Val Hamblin receive an honour from the Queen for all the voluntary work she had done for the community through the years. This did not happen, so it was decided to use the evening to present Val with a copy of the testimonials received from the many organisations National and local, who had benefited from her exceptional work . Those present to honour and thank Val were Lady Lowther president of the Northamptonshire Parkinson`s society, Angela Jeffery from the Parkinson society, Rev.Ann Slater for Welton Parish Church and Bob Somerville , John Emery for Welton Parish Council. Val Lady Lowther gave a toast to Val and Angela Jeffery presented Val with flowers.
About 2 years ago Caroline Maxwell thought that Val Hamblin receive an honour from the Queen for all the voluntary work she had done for the community through the years. This did not happen, so it was decided to use the evening to present Val with a copy of the testimonials received from the many organisations National and local, who had benefited from her exceptional work . Those present to honour and thank Val were Lady Lowther president of the Northamptonshire Parkinson`s society, Angela Jeffery from the Parkinson society, Rev.Ann Slater for Welton Parish Church and Bob Somerville , John Emery for Welton Parish Council. Val Lady Lowther gave a toast to Val and Angela Jeffery presented Val with flowers.
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On Friday the 5th May Andrea arranged an afternoon tea to raise funds for the WI on Friday 5th May, committee members contributed wonderful cakes and there was a bring and buy table and some plants for sale. The weather was kind and members were able to sit outside in Andrea`s interesting garden. The occasion raised £131.50.
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The meeting on the 9th March was a Pancake Supper, members after enjoying the pancakes, served with a choice of savoury and sweet fillings. Afterwards members then ran races up and down the hall seeing how many times the pancake could be tossed without finishing on the floor. The evening ended with a quiz.
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The Annual WI Birthday Dinner was held at the White Horse, Welton. Members gathered together to celebrate the 55 years (approx.) there has been a WI in Welton.
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Christmas 2016
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The run up to Christmas was busy, The 8th December was the Christmas Meeting with an excellent talk and demonstration on gift wrapping, given by Alison Grantham. Then the committee treated everyone to a sketch loosley based the story of Cinderella, it was very simple but the way it was played made it extremely ammusing. Members also enjoyed mulled wine, mince pies and sausage rolls etc. and while they were eating these, Father Christmas arrived with a gift for everyone.
Sunday 11th December was the Group Carol Service hosted by Kilsby WI with poems and Carols, also Kilsby`s version of the Nativity and the 12 Days of Christmas. All followed by mulled wine and mince pies and ginger bread.
Thursday 15th December was Welton`s Christmas Singalong with accompanied by Martin Heath and his daughters, who played the violin and the saxaphone and gave two beautiful solo performances.
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It was with sadness that many members of the WI attended the funeral of Marjorie Warne on the 16th December, Marjorie had lived in the village all her life and was a founder member of Welton WI.
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Cruise on the Countess of Evesham
Cruise on the Countess of Evesham
On Friday 19th August members of Welton WI met at Stratford on Avon to enjoy a
leisurely cruise with lunch on the River Avon.
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Summer Barbeque
This has been another busy period for the WI. The main meeting on the 9th June was a BBQ held in the lovely garden of Bob and Margery Davies. The weather was kind, it was a beautiful evening. The BBQ was manned by Bob Davies and Jack Perry.
Members bought salads. To finish up there were fresh strawberries and cream and a glass of Prosecco to wish Her Majesty the Queen a Very Happy 90th Birthday
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Spring Fair 2016
Saturday 14th May 2016 was the day of the Spring Fair, this was organised as a fund raiser for the WI. There were various stalls, including a well stocked plant stall, crafts made by members, books and CD`s for sale and of course homemade cakes and teas. The event was well supported by members of the WI and village residents
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Welton Fun Day
Saturday 16th April was Welton Fun Day. The purpose of the day was to assist in increasing the membership of the groups. Margaret Jones put in an incredible amount of effort to make the day a success. She certainly succeeded. There were events held all over the village, in the church the art group displayed their work, there was a demonstration of bell ringing, and an exhibition by Welton Primary School. In the Village Hall the WI had cake decorating for the children and a display of WI photographs, Colleen was demonstrating bead work, Val was showing children how to paint on silk. The short mat bowls mat was down so anyone could try their hand. There was also a display by the History Group. The White Horse hosted, the pantomime cast, Neighbourhood Watch, Recreational Trust, Skittles, and the Weltones. People came from all over and it was a very successful day.
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Annual Birthday Dinner 2016
February 24th 2016 was the date for the Annual Birthday Dinner, this year held at The George at Kilsby. Members very much enjoyed the evening and especially appreciated being collected and delivered back to their doors thanks to Andy Newell and the DACT bus.
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Pancake Supper 2016
On the 11th March the WI held a pancake supper, with a selection of lovely fillings provided by members and beautifully organised by Val Hamblin and Linda O`Keeffe. Also during the evening tossing the pancake races were held and a quiz to finish off the evening.
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Christmas 2015
The Christmas period has been a busy one for Welton WI. The 20th November we held a Craft Fair to raise funds, there was a stall selling beadwork and all the beautiful items that craft group had been making during the year, a bring and buy stall, a cake stall and tea and cakes to buy.
At the main meeting on the 10th December members enjoyed a demonstration of Christmas cake decorations and a visit from the Christmas fairy and her elf assistant distributing gifts from the secret Santa, followed by mulled wine and Christmas food.
At the main meeting on the 10th December members enjoyed a demonstration of Christmas cake decorations and a visit from the Christmas fairy and her elf assistant distributing gifts from the secret Santa, followed by mulled wine and Christmas food.
On the Thursday 17th December 2015 WI held the annual Carol singing event with music provided by Martin Heath, more mulled wine and Christmas food was on offer. The craft group hosted another craft stall and £175.00 was raised for DACT.
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September Meeting 2015
We enjoyed a different subject for our meeting on Thursday, instead of a talk we had a demonstration of Belly Dancing from the Haraam Egyptian Dance Troupe, they explained and demonstrated the different steps and their meaning, at the end they persuaded members to have a go as you will see from the pictures below.
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Cottesbrook Hall 2015
Thursday 23rd July some members of Welton WI visited Cottesbrook Hall near Guilsborough. We were given a very interesting tour of the house,then enjoyed looking round the beautiful gardens and grounds. Tea and very nice cakes were available in the laundry yard.
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Member`s Night Thursday 9th July 2015
This year Margret Jones gave members a demonstration on how to play short mat bowls, while the less energetic enjoyed a glass of wine. Afterwards everyone enjoyed an American Supper.
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Steane Park Tuesday 30th June 2015
On Thursday 30th June Welton WI visited Steane Park Gardens near Brackley. The beautiful gardens are owned by Lady Connell. We were shown round by the head gardener who was very knowledgeable about all the plants and trees. It was one of the hottest days of the year so members were grateful to sit under a beautiful beech tree and enjoy a cream tea.
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Summer Barbecue
Thursday 11th June 2015
Instead of a normal meeting the President Mrs.Janet Woodcock hosted a barbeque in her garden. The food was provided by the WI and members all bought a salad or a sweet. The weather was fine and everyone enjoyed a lovely evening.
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The three Gentlemen above gallantly manned the barbeque
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Birthday Dinner 2015
This year the Birthday Dinner was held at the White Horse Inn Welton on Wednesday 25th February. Members enjoyed a lovely evening. Thanks to Margaret Jones who took the photographs.
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Christmas Meeting 2014
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The December Christmas meeting was combined with Carol Singing, residents of the village were invited to join in the singing and to enjoy the mulled wine and mince pies etc. served. There was a sales table covered with beautiful Christmas items made by the craft group, guess the weight of the Christmas Cake and a Raffle. Bob Somerville was an excellent master of ceremonies. The money raised ( £240.92) was donated to a local charity, Zoe`s Place a hospice located in Coventry for very sick babies and young children
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Group Meeting 2014
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The Group Meeting on the 14th October 2014 was hosted by Welton WI. This time members were entertained and amused by a very talented lady, Gabriela La Foley who sung and played the ukulele.
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Members Night 2014
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Thursday 10th July 2014 was members night, when traditionally there is no formal meeting and members have an American supper and entertainment of their own devising. This year it was decided to hold a beetle drive.
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The Bunting spells out Welton and the W was designed and executed by Jan Townsend. The E by Andrea Dones. Val Hamblin produced the L. Janet Woodcock made and designed the T
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Jean Williams made the O
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and Linda O`Keefe designed and assembled the N
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Welton Open Gardens Sunday July 6th 2014
On Sunday 6th July 2014 members of Welton WI and St.Martins Church opened their gardens to raise funds. It was the first time gardens had been opened to the public in Welton. It was realised that it was very important to publicise the event so flyers and posters were designed and printed and distributed far and wide. It was decided that tea and cakes would be served in the Village Hall together with a raffle and a cake and plant stall.
The day was fine despite earlier worries, the gardens opened at 1.00.pm and not long after people began to arrive. The publicity had obviously worked as they came from all over the county and even further. Everyone seemed to enjoy the gardens as they were all different, it was calculated that there had been at least 80 visitors and maybe more.
Above is a selection of all the open gardens, the photos were taken on the Friday before the event when the garden owners took the opportunity of an early viewing. They started in Emery Close then moved on to Kiln Lane and Halford Way. Then they made their way up to Ashby Road, down to Well Lane then went on to Welton Park and finally finished in Clarkes Way.
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Welton Village Fete 2014
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Saturday 21st June 2014 was the day of the annual Village Fete, there was much excitement this year, as there was a Soap Box Derby. Races started outside the White Horse and finished at the bottom of the hill next to the turning for Kiln Lane.
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Village Hall Garden 2014
On Monday 28th April 2014 a number of WI members gathered to help tidy up the Village Hall garden, some but not all are pictured here.
The idea was firstly to clear the border in front of the hall, so the poppy seeds which had been donated by DDC could be planted and have a chance of germinating. Everyone worked for two back breaking hours, with a break for coffee and cake.
As you can see it was a job well done. Also much of the shrubbery was also cleared. So when it is time for the fete in June and Welton open gardens on the 6th July the village hall will not let down the rest of the village.
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Visit to Coton Manor Gardens 2014
On Friday 11th April 23 members of Welton WI visited Coton Manor Gardens. This was to celebrate the birthday of Dorothy Hill who died in in the Autumn of last year.
Members enjoyed walking round the beautiful gardens in the Spring sunshine. Tea was taken outside and many members took advantage of the extensive selection of plants for sale.
Members enjoyed walking round the beautiful gardens in the Spring sunshine. Tea was taken outside and many members took advantage of the extensive selection of plants for sale.
Members were fascinated by the elegant flamingos.
Also the very pretty chickens, scratching around in the flower beds.
Also the very pretty chickens, scratching around in the flower beds.
As it was so early in Spring the plants were just coming through, however there was still a lot to discuss.
It was interesting to see the various form of plant supports used, all made from hazel branches and birch twigs.
Tea and cakes were appreciated after walking round the beautiful gardens, Members had seen a lot of unusual plants, and had had the opportunity to buy some of them.
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The Annual Birthday Dinner 2014
Members enjoyed the evening at the Countryman at Staverton on Wednesday 19th February 2014.
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The Craft Group 2014
The craft group started on the Monday 13th January 2014, inspired by Jan Townsend.
Here they can be seen getting to grips with the pattern for some very stylish bags.
The beading group also meet at the same time. At the moment they are making amulet purses for ACWW. From the 18th to 24th August 2016 ACWW hold their 28th triennial conference hosted by the West Midlands Federation of WI`s at the University of Warwick. All the WI`s in the area have been asked to make beaded amulet purses to present to the delegates who come from all over the world. Colleen is also a member of Stoneleigh WI, so that is how the Welton beading group have become involved. If you would like to know more about ACWW please follow the link www.acww.org.uk
There are also plans for making bunting for the WI challenge cup.
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Welton WI Carol Singing Event 2013
This year we held what has become our annual Carol Singing event in the village hall on Thursday 19th December. The proceeds came to £233.75 and were donated to a shelter box for the Philippian disaster fund. Music was provided by the Martin Heath and his two talented daughters.
Bob Davies was Master of Ceremonies. Here he is drawing the raffle.
Mulled Wine, Mince Pies and Sausage rolls were available during the interval
On the raffle table were a number of attractive knitted dolls donated by one of our members.
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The Flowering of the Rose Bushes 2013
The two standard roses planted by Welton WI on the 22nd April to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of the Queen, have at last begun to flower, they struggled through the hot dry summer. Watering is very difficult in the churchyard but with the aid of a watering can and a pair of pliers it is possible to turn on the tap. As you can now see the flowers are now very pretty. Photos were taken on 12th September 2013
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Welton WI Fashion Show 2013
On Tuesday 4th June Wanda of Dunchurch presented a Fashion Show with models from Welton WI, below you see a selection of the dresses shown.
A little dutch courage before the show
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Visit to Rene Mackintosh House 2013
On the 1st June 2013 Welton WI made a very interesting visit to the Rene Mackintosh House 78 Derngate, Northampton. Below are two members outside the front door. Then after a very informative guided tour of the house, everyone gathered in the gallery to enjoy a cream tea before returning to Welton
On the 1st June 2013 Welton WI made a very interesting visit to the Rene Mackintosh House 78 Derngate, Northampton. Below are two members outside the front door. Then after a very informative guided tour of the house, everyone gathered in the gallery to enjoy a cream tea before returning to Welton
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National Guide Dog Centre 2013
Members of Welton WI made a visit to the National Guide Dog Centre, near Leamington Spa on Tuesday 21st May 2013. They found the visit extremely interesting, unfortunately there were not many puppies, as most of them had gone on to start their training.
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Dorothy`s 90th Birthday 2013
At the Meeting on Thursday 9th May 2013 Mrs.Dorothy Hill
celebrated her 90th Birthday with members of the WI. Here
she is with Mrs.Di Jones the President. The lovely cake was
made by Mrs.Joyce Mossop, all the members enjoyed eating a piece while singing Happy Birthday to Dorothy.
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Planting the Rose Trees 2013
Below are a few members of Welton WI, who on the 22nd April took part in the planting of two standard rose trees, these are to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of HM Queen Elizabeth. The man with the spade is Mr.B.Somerville husband of Jean The roses have had a late start over wintering in a members garden, however they should be looking very pretty in June, check this space.
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The Annual Birthday Dinner 2013
The Annual Birthday Dinner held on Tuesday 19th February 2013 at the Countryman at Staverton
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Carols for Jago Thursday 20th December 2012
Thanks to everyone involved in this event.
Music was provided by Martin Heath on the piano and his daughters playing the viola, harp and clarinet.
Bob Davies was Master of Ceremonies and the villagers of Welton sang their socks off.
Over £300 was raised for the Jago Worrall Foundation.
Di Jones, WI President, Jean Somerville, and Bob Davies
Enjoying the Mulled Wine
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Celebrations for the Queens Jubilee June 2012
To celebrate the Queen`s Jubilee the Northamptonshire federation arranged that a special baton should be made and it would make its journey across the county from one WI to the next. Here it is arriving in an immaculate vintage Rolls Royce
The ceremony too place in the garden of the President Mrs.Susan Addams, here Susan is receiving the baton from the President of Staverton WI.
The day stayed fine and sunny and here are members of Staverton and Welton WI enjoying tea
On June 4th Members of Welton WI organised a lunch for Village residents to celebrate the Jubilee. 70 Village residents attended and everyone agreed it had been a very special and enjoyable occasion.
Val and Jean in festive mood
Val and Jean in festive mood
Jean and Val provided the very excellent hot dishes,
Members of Welton WI contributed to the cold dishes. Here Susan and Carol are waiting for the crowds.
Members of Welton WI contributed to the cold dishes. Here Susan and Carol are waiting for the crowds.
The tables were decorated in red white and blue. The guests are just waiting to start the meal.
