A Women’s Institute (WI) group in Somerset is celebrating 90 years of friendship, community, and cake.
West Buckland WI, founded in 1936, marked its anniversary with an afternoon tea at the village hall on Tuesday, August 11, attended by around 30 members and guests.
The hall was decorated with banners and bunting, and treasurer Carole Smith baked a cake adorned with the WI logo to mark the occasion.
Shirley Routley, Somerset WI Federation chair, attended the event along with guests from the Tone Valley group of WIs.
Ms Wombwell welcomed everyone and spoke about the lasting friendships built over the group’s nine decades.
Celebrations continue on Saturday, August 22, with an open day coffee morning at the village hall from 10am.
The event will feature photographs and memorabilia from the group’s archives, offering a glimpse into its history and activities.
Visitors can also learn about the many groups and clubs available to members, including kurling, handicrafts, walking, a book club, board games, a lunch club, and regular coffee mornings.
West Buckland WI welcomes new members and encourages anyone interested to attend the coffee morning or get in touch.
Christine Wombwell, president of West Buckland WI, said: "The WI has so much to offer and we would love to tell more people about it.
"So please call in and see us for a coffee and a chat."
To find out more or to join, contact Ms Wombwell on 01823 652863 or 07736 712273, or email westbuckland@somerset.wi.org.uk.
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