“WI Talk” by Sheila Goldsworthy

Former CFWI Chairman and current  Assistant Media Officer Sheila Goldsworthy writes a wonderful monthly WI column for The Cornishman.  Here is Sheila’s October column Most WI members have strong opinions! This is why we have been so successful in forging new and valuable ideas for the benefit of everyone. “Speak Out… For Issues You Care […]

Crantock WI visit Healey’s Cyder Farm

Members of Crantock WI met at Healey’s Cyder Farm on a beautify warm autumn morning. What better time of year to see the apple orchards bursting with autumn colour. After a brief talk by one of the farm guides , they were left to wander round the property starting with the jam and chutney making […]

First Meeting for St. Petroc’s WI Group

St Petroc’s Group WI held their first meeting on 11th October 2024.  Hosted by Bodmin Gaolbirds WI, members from Bodmin WI, St Breward WI and Betjeman Belles WI all came along to join in the fun.  After a rousing rendition of Jerusalem, each WI shared a brief history.  Everyone then enjoyed a few games including […]

WI Subscription Rates for 2025-26

We have just received notice from NFWI with details of the WI subscription for 2025-26. The increase is £3 for a total of £51 per year. Please note that nearly 50% of the subscription stays with the local WI, with the remainder shared between Federations and NFWI. We feel this is excellent value and trust that […]

WI Members Plant Trees

Did your WI plant a free tree for Cornwall last November?  Did you miss the moment, or did you catch it and would now like to plant another?  Last year WI members added 40 trees to the Forest for Cornwall tally, which now stands at over a million planted since 2019, and of course as […]

Attention Anyone Interested in Flowers and Gardens!

Are you interested in gardens? Flowers? Flower arranging? Growing fruit and veg? Visiting gardens? Learning more about any of these subjects? If so, please come along to Chy Noweth at 10am on Monday 7 October and have a chat with us about re-forming and revamping our former floral art sub-committee. We’re looking for people with […]

Literary Tea a Smash Success!

Well, not literally!  We didn’t have any claims for broken crockery, but all those members who attended the literary tea with author Liz Fenwick had a fabulous time, listening to her talk about her writing, whilst enjoying delicious food, at the Carlyon Bay Hotel.  The weather was also behaving itself, so we could make the […]