Meet the Committee
PRESIDENT - Donna Johnstone
I was born in Wilmslow so this community is very close to my heart. I was attracted to joining Fulshaw WI at the end of 2013 by all the positive comments I heard. This proved to be correct. I've begun to find my artistic side, having had a scientific career. It's not about 'singing Jerusalem' (rather enjoying cocktails) and I have learnt about examining paintings, tasting wine, visiting Concorde and white-water rafting this year. Fulshaw WI has encouraged me to stretch myself, which is why I accepted the invitation to be President from 2019.
I work run my own business part-time and I am an exam invigilator and a volunteer for the National Trust, Wilmslow Wells for Africa, and In Together Dementia cafe in Wilmslow. I'm a wife, a mum and a 'nana'. As President, I hope I can help maintain the enthusiastic, encouraging and supportive environment of Fulshaw WI that past Presidents have built.
SECRETARY and JOINT NECG Rep - Amanda Stevens
I was encouraged by a friend to join the WI and have never regretted it. At the regular meetings I have enjoyed inspirational speakers and have attended a variety of events. Trips to the theatre, art galleries, places of interest ( recycling centre, Amazon warehouse, Highgrove ), coffee shops and craft events all offer an opportunity to chat to other WI members and feel part of a happy, lively team. As Secretary I hope to help with the smooth running of our WI branch.
TREASURER and WEBSITE - Jennie Palin
I first joined the WI in Wales over thirty years ago and quickly became hooked, even to the extent that I became Treasurer and baked all day each Friday to supply the weekly WI market! Over the years the WI has provided me with lots of entertainment and more importantly many good friends. I have lived in Wilmslow with my husband for thirty years and now that our three children have left home it is just us. I am a "Nana" to two grandchildren which brings great joy and I have retired from my work as a Primary School Teacher three years ago. Hobbies include walking, cycling, scrabble, gardening, crown green bowling and crafts of all types.
EVENTS DIRECTOR and VICE CHAIR - Jane Rawlings
I am married to Steve and have two children Tom and Sally. I work as an Operations Manager for a local engineering consultancy. I regularly play tennis, badminton and bridge, and enjoy cycling and walking. My mother was a very active WI member in the rural village in Suffolk where I was brought up and having been a member for two years now, I can see why she was so committed. I am a general member of the committee, assisting the Treasurer.
ASSISTANT TREASURER and MCS REP - Cathy Wallace
I live in Wilmslow, a stone’s throw from Fulshaw Primary with my husband and son. I worked as an Administrator for AstraZeneca for many years but now have a little part-time job in Waitrose, Alderley Edge.
I can’t remember what possessed me to sample Fulshaw WI in 2013 but I felt in need of new adventures and thought it might fit the bill - it did and still does. It soon became apparent that there was much more to F WI that the monthly meetings, excellent though the speakers were. Through the numerous events (in my case, kayaking, walking, cycling, camping, sky-diving to name but a few) I’ve met some fantastic women - fun, friendly, inspiring souls with a real zest for learning and life... what more could you ask for?
SPEAKER CO-ORDINATOR - Jane Holland
I've been a member of Fulshaw WI for almost a year after hearing great things about it from one of the original members and I must say I haven't been disappointed. In the first 12 months there have been so many chances to make new friends, listen to interesting speakers, visit numerous places and partake in a wide range of activities which I would be unlikely to do if left to my own devices. I have certainly embraced those new opportunities culminating in me joining the committee as of January 2017 in the role of co-ordinator to the speakers which I am very much looking forward to. I live in Mottram St Andrew with my husband Mike, have two grown up children and am now "Mops" to two very young grandsons who are a complete joy. For the last two years Mike and I have been very busy renovating a 300 year old barn which we have just moved into. My other interests include yoga, Zumba, gardening and trying to learn to speak Spanish!
CATERING MANAGEMENT - Dee Waugh
When I joined Fulshaw WI I ended up joining the committee at my very first meeting, so you can tell I must have been quite enthusiastic! I am married and have 3 grown up children, 2 who live in London and one lives in Macclesfield, and I have 2 dogs. I am a caterer and cake maker and I enjoy anything crafty and creative. My answer to everything is food, and even better if it’s chocolate.
My responsibilities at Fulshaw are coming up with the cocktails and nibbles for the start of the evening, sourcing the raffle prizes and anything that requires catering. I also do food related workshops for any WI groups within the local area.
REFRESHMENT CO-ORDINATOR - Dot Bracegirdle
I have lived in Wilmslow with my husband Colin for 35 years. Our daughter Amy went to Sheffield University in September giving me more free time to consider joining the committee also I changed my career, after 42 years as a hairdresser I hung up my scissors and now work at the Wilmslow Kitchen Cookery School. I am a founder member of Fulshaw Wi and hold it close to my heart.
WEBSITE - Jennie Banfield
Joining Fulshaw WI has given me much more than I expected. It is a modern WI and over the last three years I have met many interesting women at our meetings and events, had the opportunity to do and learn new things and make new friends. I started the popular art appreciation group which includes visits to art galleries, museums and Manchester street walks. I look after our website and put together the monthly newsletter
VISITOR & NEW MEMBERS HOST and ALMONER -
Other Committee Members:
We are always looking for extra help. To find out how you can help - Contact fulshawwi@yahoo.co.uk
I was born in Wilmslow so this community is very close to my heart. I was attracted to joining Fulshaw WI at the end of 2013 by all the positive comments I heard. This proved to be correct. I've begun to find my artistic side, having had a scientific career. It's not about 'singing Jerusalem' (rather enjoying cocktails) and I have learnt about examining paintings, tasting wine, visiting Concorde and white-water rafting this year. Fulshaw WI has encouraged me to stretch myself, which is why I accepted the invitation to be President from 2019.
I work run my own business part-time and I am an exam invigilator and a volunteer for the National Trust, Wilmslow Wells for Africa, and In Together Dementia cafe in Wilmslow. I'm a wife, a mum and a 'nana'. As President, I hope I can help maintain the enthusiastic, encouraging and supportive environment of Fulshaw WI that past Presidents have built.
SECRETARY and JOINT NECG Rep - Amanda Stevens
I was encouraged by a friend to join the WI and have never regretted it. At the regular meetings I have enjoyed inspirational speakers and have attended a variety of events. Trips to the theatre, art galleries, places of interest ( recycling centre, Amazon warehouse, Highgrove ), coffee shops and craft events all offer an opportunity to chat to other WI members and feel part of a happy, lively team. As Secretary I hope to help with the smooth running of our WI branch.
TREASURER and WEBSITE - Jennie Palin
I first joined the WI in Wales over thirty years ago and quickly became hooked, even to the extent that I became Treasurer and baked all day each Friday to supply the weekly WI market! Over the years the WI has provided me with lots of entertainment and more importantly many good friends. I have lived in Wilmslow with my husband for thirty years and now that our three children have left home it is just us. I am a "Nana" to two grandchildren which brings great joy and I have retired from my work as a Primary School Teacher three years ago. Hobbies include walking, cycling, scrabble, gardening, crown green bowling and crafts of all types.
EVENTS DIRECTOR and VICE CHAIR - Jane Rawlings
I am married to Steve and have two children Tom and Sally. I work as an Operations Manager for a local engineering consultancy. I regularly play tennis, badminton and bridge, and enjoy cycling and walking. My mother was a very active WI member in the rural village in Suffolk where I was brought up and having been a member for two years now, I can see why she was so committed. I am a general member of the committee, assisting the Treasurer.
ASSISTANT TREASURER and MCS REP - Cathy Wallace
I live in Wilmslow, a stone’s throw from Fulshaw Primary with my husband and son. I worked as an Administrator for AstraZeneca for many years but now have a little part-time job in Waitrose, Alderley Edge.
I can’t remember what possessed me to sample Fulshaw WI in 2013 but I felt in need of new adventures and thought it might fit the bill - it did and still does. It soon became apparent that there was much more to F WI that the monthly meetings, excellent though the speakers were. Through the numerous events (in my case, kayaking, walking, cycling, camping, sky-diving to name but a few) I’ve met some fantastic women - fun, friendly, inspiring souls with a real zest for learning and life... what more could you ask for?
SPEAKER CO-ORDINATOR - Jane Holland
I've been a member of Fulshaw WI for almost a year after hearing great things about it from one of the original members and I must say I haven't been disappointed. In the first 12 months there have been so many chances to make new friends, listen to interesting speakers, visit numerous places and partake in a wide range of activities which I would be unlikely to do if left to my own devices. I have certainly embraced those new opportunities culminating in me joining the committee as of January 2017 in the role of co-ordinator to the speakers which I am very much looking forward to. I live in Mottram St Andrew with my husband Mike, have two grown up children and am now "Mops" to two very young grandsons who are a complete joy. For the last two years Mike and I have been very busy renovating a 300 year old barn which we have just moved into. My other interests include yoga, Zumba, gardening and trying to learn to speak Spanish!
CATERING MANAGEMENT - Dee Waugh
When I joined Fulshaw WI I ended up joining the committee at my very first meeting, so you can tell I must have been quite enthusiastic! I am married and have 3 grown up children, 2 who live in London and one lives in Macclesfield, and I have 2 dogs. I am a caterer and cake maker and I enjoy anything crafty and creative. My answer to everything is food, and even better if it’s chocolate.
My responsibilities at Fulshaw are coming up with the cocktails and nibbles for the start of the evening, sourcing the raffle prizes and anything that requires catering. I also do food related workshops for any WI groups within the local area.
REFRESHMENT CO-ORDINATOR - Dot Bracegirdle
I have lived in Wilmslow with my husband Colin for 35 years. Our daughter Amy went to Sheffield University in September giving me more free time to consider joining the committee also I changed my career, after 42 years as a hairdresser I hung up my scissors and now work at the Wilmslow Kitchen Cookery School. I am a founder member of Fulshaw Wi and hold it close to my heart.
WEBSITE - Jennie Banfield
Joining Fulshaw WI has given me much more than I expected. It is a modern WI and over the last three years I have met many interesting women at our meetings and events, had the opportunity to do and learn new things and make new friends. I started the popular art appreciation group which includes visits to art galleries, museums and Manchester street walks. I look after our website and put together the monthly newsletter
VISITOR & NEW MEMBERS HOST and ALMONER -
Other Committee Members:
We are always looking for extra help. To find out how you can help - Contact fulshawwi@yahoo.co.uk
We are part of the Cheshire Federation of WIs
Our nearest federation is the Cheshire Federation Women’s Institute. They are the people to contact if you would like information about any other federation within Cheshire. They also organise many different events throughout the year from Castles to Carols!! Please click here to go to the CFWI website. |
All WIs are part of the National Federation
The National Women’s Institute is the central institute for the whole of the UK. Here you can find information regarding all the national activities for the WI. These include courses at Denman College, WI Life magazine, latest news, events, campaigns and so much more. Click here to visit the National WI site. |
