Climate change – and reducing our carbon footprint – is the biggest the challenge of our times. You might be interested in the Carbon Buddy Project, set up by Dr Colin Hastings here in Cornwall. He has just published the Carbon Buddy Manual and he has two upcoming speaking events that anyone interested is welcome […]

There was a buzz of excitement amongst members of Mawnan WI when the news was spread that president, Sally Annan, would be interviewed on Radio Cornwall about the WI’s Green Hearts workshop. Mawnan WI has participated since in the Show the Love campaign since 2015 and this year, as part of their centenary celebrations, they […]

Part-time Reception/Administration A rare opportunity has arisen to be part of the small team supporting the County office of Cornwall Federation of Women’s Institutes (CFWI). Based at Threemilestone, near Truro, the staff support the Trustees of CFWI and members of WIs across Cornwall. Essential qualities: A ‘people person’ with good friendly communication skills Proven computer […]

Our CFWI Climate Ambassadors have teamed up with RSPB for an environmentally themed coffee morning at the Godolphin Arms in Marazion on 15 February, followed by an optional beach clean.  All are welcome!

Penpol & Point WI raised £1000 throughout 2019 for the Cornwall Blood Bikes charity. Two of the Blood Bikers came to their January monthly meeting where Penpol & Point President Polly Barton presented the cheque to them.

It was agreed at the January meeting of the CFWI Board of Trustees that there would NOT be a Federation calendar in 2021. As the sample calendar has already been charged on the 2020 One Bill Account, WIs should deduct £4.50 when paying their One Bill Account. Thank you.

As the WI enters its 105th year, the NFWI is developing a strategic vision to help shape and secure its future. This ambitious vision will guide and focus the organisation’s work over the next five years, building on the successes it has achieved over the last 104 years, and ensure it continues to be the […]

Four members from Pillaton WI went airside to present a cheque for £431.20 to Cornwall Air Ambulance for their New Heli Appeal. The money was collected from Pillaton’s annual carol singing evening which was very well attended. The members were warmly welcomed at Air Ambulance HQ with tea and coffee, and were then shown around […]

2020 got off to a good start at St Wenn WI Members Evening. Led by WI Treasurer, Sarah, a very enjoyable evening was spent producing silk paintings.

We are so sorry, but we have advertised an incorrect date for Toby Buckland’s Garden Festival at Powderham Castle this spring. The correct date is Saturday 2nd May. The closing date for this event is Thursday 26th March. Please see your WI Secretary for an application form.