Our speaker in October was Jan Warner whose intriguingly titled talk “The survival of the fittest” looked at child rearing since the 17th century. There were plenty of opportunities to reflect on how ideas and practice had changed over the Read more
It was good to see you all enjoying Jeff Rozelaar‘s talk on ‘Young Winston’ at our September meeting. I thought he was excellent and I look forward to hearing the second half of the talk early in the New Year. Just Read more
September sees the Abingdon Fitzharrys WI walking group recommence their monthly walks led by Jenny, following a long break due to Covid restrictions. Our next walk will be on Monday 20 September. We will meet outside R&R on the Market Read more
Abingdon Fitzharrys WI was lucky to have a sunny day for its outing in August to visit the gardens of Blewbury Manor. Members enjoyed a tour around the grounds with the head gardener, admiring both the planting and the sculptures. Read more
Good afternoon ladies I was delighted to see so many of you at the garden party in July, but disappointed not to be able join you all at Blewbury Manor, though pleased to hear you had enjoyed your day. Trine Read more
Dear all, It was good to be back in the Northcourt Centre last month for our AGM, though of course the meeting was very different this year. I hope everyone enjoyed the afternoon – catching up, listening to our speaker Read more
What has happened to our weather? Last year May was a glorious month but this year we have had rain and more rain! Thankfully the last two days have been much warmer. Last Tuesday just a few brave ladies made it Read more
The committee is delighted to be able to welcome members to the first in person monthly meeting at the Northcourt Centre since March 2020. Abingdon Fitzharrys WI Annual General Meeting will take place there on Tuesday 8th June at 1.30 Read more
Abingdon Fitzharrys WI are planning to have an in person get together in addition to their Zoom meeting this month. The proposal is to meet for tea and a chat in the Abbey Grounds on Tuesday 25 May at 2 Read more
Dear All at last things are slowly opening up and our lives are beginning to return to normal. Hopefully it won’t be too long before we can start thinking about returning to the Northcourt Centre for our meetings. I was Read more