Federation events for you to enjoy!
Is there something you’d like to see Federation hold? Perhaps you have a skill you’d like to share with a group of fellow WI members? Please get in touch with the office by calling 01480 453137 or email office@hpfwi.org.uk. We would love to hear from you! Whether it be ideas for future events or something you would like to share yourself, every suggestion is welcome.
2025
April
Wednesday 30th April – Hanging Basket Demonstration Coffee Morning – 10am-12pm, WI Centre
Join us at the WI Centre for a fragrant coffee morning, featuring a special demonstration on arranging the perfect hanging basket, presented by Julie from Holwood Nursery.
There will be a raffle.
Tickets: £5 per person
Closing date: 23rd April
To book an event:
Please download and complete this booking form and return to the office. Payment can be made via BACS (please email the office for details), cheque or via card machine at the WI Centre.
Workshop Events:
If you would like further training to be offered, or you would like a one-to-one session, please contact the office. There is no charge for attending training or committee role workshops.
No workshops currently available.
May
Wednesday 7th May – Phantom of the Opera Coach Trip – His Majesty’s Theatre, London
Enjoy a dazzling matinee performance of Phantom of the Opera in London’s West End! Immerse yourself in the breathtaking music and captivating story of this timeless musical, all with the ease of a comfortable coach trip.
Tickets: Members: £83 / Non-Members: £85
Price includes ticket and return coach travel
Pick up points:
8.30am – Serpentine Green, Hampton
9am – WI Centre, Huntingdon
9.30am – Riverside Park, St Neots
Closing date: Wednesday 2nd April
Wednesday 21st May – Inspiring Women’s Lunch with Sophie Etheridge – 12pm for 12.30pm – WI Centre, Huntingdon
Truly awe-inspiring, Sophie is a 3 times World Record holder, an open water swimmer, a marathon and channel swimmer, a disability advocate, writer and founder of the “Adaptive and Disabled Open Water Swimmers Group”.
Join us for a delicious summer lunch, followed by Sophie’s mesmerising talk.
Lunch menu:
Chicken Tartiflette, Green Beans and Carrots.
Bakewell Tart and Cream
Coffee and Mints.
Tickets: £23 per person
Closing date: Monday 12th May
June
Wednesday 4th June – NFWI Annual Meeting Watch Party – 10am – WI Centre
Huntingdon and Peterborough Federation of WIs are hosting a Watch Party at the WI Centre to allow our members to come together and enjoy the NFWI Annual Meeting, including a light lunch.
Exciting speakers announced:
Emma Bridgewater, known as one of the UK’s most recognisable homeware designers.
Angel Strawbridge, founder of the Vintage Patisserie, author of the ‘Vintage Tea Party’ series, and co-owner of Chateau-de-la-Motte Husson, featured on ‘Escape To The Chateau.
Lunch menu:
Quiche and salad.
Strawberries and cream. Please state any dietary requirements when booking.
Tickets: £10 per person
Closing date: 21st May 2025
Saturday 14th June – Federation Summer Walk – 10am – Meet at the Free Church, Market Hill. St Ives, PE27 5AL
Join St Ives WI for a short walk (approx. 1.5 miles) around the beautiful medieval market town of St Ives. For those of you who wish to venture further afield, a longer route (approx. 5 miles) will take you through the town and into the countryside to Houghton Mill, including views of the River Great Ouse. Both walks will start and finish at the Free Church, St Ives. Refreshments will be available before setting out, followed by a delicious lunch back at the church. Non-members including husbands, partners and children are welcome. No dogs please.
Free parking available at St Ives Park and Ride. Paid parking available at Cattle Market Car Park (PE27 5JE) and the Globe Place Car Park (PE27 5PP)
Tickets: Walk only: £5 per person. Walk and lunch: £10 per person.
Closing date: Friday 23rd May
Wednesday 25th June – Literary Lunch with Apple Gidley – 12pm for 12.30pm, WI Centre
You are invited to listen to what will be a fascinating talk by Apple Gidley! Apple relocated to England in 2023 after almost a lifetime abroad – 12 countries. The experiences of which are reflected in her books whether historical or contemporary. She has published 6 books, her latest novel “Finding Serenissima” was released in March, with her next “Annie’s Day” due for publication in November.
Menu:
Moussaka (potato not aubergine)
Greek salad
Lemon Posset tart with cream
Coffee and mints
Please notify us of any dietary requirements when booking.
Tickets: £23 per person
Closing date: 9th June
July
Monday 7th July – Drawing Workshop – 10am-3pm, WI Centre, Huntingdon
“Make Your Mark with Confidence!”
“Everybody can draw. Prove this to yourself by sharing a Drawing workshop open to all abilities. Forget any preconceptions you might have about what drawing is and enjoy a session of breaking all the rules! Stuart is an experienced artist/teacher who has been involved in Art Education for over 50 years.”
All materials provided. Please bring you own lunch, drinks will be available.
Tickets: Members: £35 / Non-members: £37
Closing date: 24th June 2025
