EDUCATION
COOKERY & NUTRITION
Has always been considered a cornerstone of the WI, and Surrey is no exception. These are delivered by an experienced team of WI demonstrators and teachers. Workshops have included bread making, pastry, cakes, biscuits, jams, marmalades, chutneys and pickles. Themed days are also offered: recent ones have covered vegetarian cooking, popular puddings, salads and dressings and even a proper afternoon tea! Members not only get hands-on experience, but gain an understanding of the principles behind the processes they learn and address issues of nutrition – how to adapt recipes to meet dietary requirements, for example. All workshops are conducted in an informal setting – coffee, cake and conversation are a must.
CRAFT WORKSHOPS
Craft workshops are held on a regular basis by local experts in their field. Recent workshops have included willow basket making, art techniques for beginners, tailoring, know your sewing machine, goldwork, wet felting, knitting, jewellery making, machine and ribbon embroidery. The choice is endless. At Craft Activity Days members can try a variety of new skills in a more informal setting, and always with a freshly made lunch.
GARDENING & FLORAL ART
A variety of approaches have been taken to offering differing experiences in Gardening and Floral Art. These have ranged from planting hanging baskets and plant propagation at a garden centre, to making a Christmas door wreath and table decorations. The Summer Celebration Events, held in an ancient barn, have centred on a flower arranging demonstration accompanied by a cream tea or with canapés and bubbles.
Forthcoming Workshops
2024
May
21 May
21 May
21 May
Tuesday 21 May –7.00pm
WI Member Chat and Catch Up – May- Other WI activities to engage in
Please join us for a virtual meeting to enjoy time with other members and your WI Advisers.
June
1 June
1 June
1 June
Saturday 1 June –1.00pm-4.00pm
Filled Chocolate and Truffle Workshop – 1 June
Learn to temper and decorate delicious chocolates filled truffles and package them up as a gift.
2 June
2 June
2 June
Sunday 2 June –1.00pm-4.00pm
Filled Chocolate and Truffle Workshop – 2 June
Learn to temper and decorate delicious chocolates filled truffles and package them up as a gift.
8 June
8 June
Saturday 8 June –9.30am-3.30pm
Mozzarella and Halloumi – Cheese Workshop
One cheese workshop, two types of cheese! Back by popular demand, Louise Talbot shares her cheese-making skills.
10 June
10 June
Monday 10 June –1.00pm-4.00pm
Treasurer Workshop – SFWI – 10 June
Sheena Landgraf, our Federation Treasurer, will be running treasurer workshops covering all aspects of the role.
11 June
11 June
11 June
Tuesday 11 June –6.30pm-8.00pm
Summer Entertaining Cookery Demonstration
Sit back, learn from the experts and take home a recipe pack.
12 June
12 June
Wednesday 12 June –10.00am-3.30pm
Faberge-style Strawberries
Make some felted strawberries to decorate your Summer events.
18 June
18 June
18 June
Tuesday 18 June –10.00am - midday
WI Member Chat and Catch Up – June – Sharing Ideas
Please join us for a virtual meeting to enjoy time with other members and your WI Advisers.
July
16 July
16 July
16 July
Tuesday 16 July –10.00am-1.00pm
Filled Chocolate and Truffle Workshop – 16 July
Learn to temper and decorate delicious chocolates filled truffles and package them up as a gift.
25 July
25 July
Thursday 25 July –5.00pm-8.00pm
Treasurer Workshop – SFWI – 25 July
Sheena Landgraf, our Federation Treasurer, will be running treasurer workshops covering all aspects of the role.
September
10 September
10 September
Tuesday 10 September –10.00am-3.30pm
Ladies Wot Lunch – A Modern Take on Stumpwork Embroidery
An introduction to stumpwork embroidery.
14 September
14 September
Saturday 14 September –9.30am-3.30pm
Cheddar Cheese Workshop
Another cheese making opportunity with Tutor Louise Talbot
