Meet the Committee
PRESIDENT - Wendy Morris
I was looking for a club with interesting speakers but I got more than I bargained for. I am the current President of Fulshaw, a wife, mum to twin boys, have a cat and have finally managed to get back to working part time. It's a juggle but I still get time to volunteer as a youth leader, The Junk Food Project and have an active social life, love travelling and have thrown myself into the WI way of life. Like most of the members, I would say that I am not the typical member that people envisage which makes it even nicer to be part of the organisation. It's a little oasis in a congested world and I am so glad I took the plunge.
SECRETARY and JOINT NECG Rep - Amanda Stevens
I was encouraged by a friend to join the WI and have never regretted it. I have been canoeing, have watched great films that I would not have chosen for myself, learnt a variety of ways to tie and wear scarves, tried (and abandoned) crocheting and listened to some inspirational speakers.
Since retiring, I have more time to dedicate to the WI. The meetings never fail to invigorate and entertain me.
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 ha 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!
JOINT NECG REP and WEBSITE - Sheila Parker
I live in Timperley and am a keen sports lady. I enjoy running and cycling as well as travelling abroad as often as I can. I also enjoy cooking and baking - hence the need for all my sporting activities! Although I live in Timperley, I find that Fulshaw WI offers such a wide range of activities it is worth the extra travel.
CATERING MANAGEMENT - Dee Waugh
I am married with 3 children and 3 dogs and have lived in Wilmslow for 25 years having moved north from Buckinghamshire. I have my own business in cakes and catering, making cakes anything from cupcakes to wedding cakes and all types of catering.
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.
VISITOR & NEW MEMBERS HOST and ALMONER - Lorna Davy
Whilst living abroad I was asked about the WI so thought I should investigate on my return. My nearest group was very traditional and not for me. I was advised to try Fulshaw which I greatly enjoy!
Now I do a lot of voluntary work and indulge in fitness classes. I love cooking, gardening and craft activities - all the things there was never enough time for when working full time. My husband and I have two children who both work in London.
Other Committee Members:
Gail Hodgett
I retired from University life 2½ years ago and within 2 weeks moved to Wilmslow to buy a home with my partner. Finding myself totally at sea, having left family and friends behind I decided to investigate the WI and a local church. I found all the things I love to do and more, so joining the committee as a 'helping hand' just seemed the right thing to do.
Renovating house and garden and helping with Clive's business keeps me busy, but meeting friends at the WI adds the icing to the cake!
Donna Johnstone
A scientist by training, I left the 'arts' side of me behind when I chose my O-Levels (GCSE's equivalents!). Having been a member of Fulshaw WI since 2014, I've found a bunch of lovely ladies who have supported me in my fledgling attempts to re-awaken my artistic side through creating a 'willow obelisk', 'paper folding' a book and other activities that I'd never heard of. I now work part-time running my own business, being an exam invigilator and doing voluntary work for the National Trust, Wilmslow Wells for Africa, and the In Together Dementia cafe in Wilmslow. I'm also a wife, a mum and a 'nana'. As a committee member I hope I can help maintain the encouraging and supportive environment of Fulshaw WI.
We are always looking for extra help. To find out how you can help - Contact fulshawwi@yahoo.co.uk
I was looking for a club with interesting speakers but I got more than I bargained for. I am the current President of Fulshaw, a wife, mum to twin boys, have a cat and have finally managed to get back to working part time. It's a juggle but I still get time to volunteer as a youth leader, The Junk Food Project and have an active social life, love travelling and have thrown myself into the WI way of life. Like most of the members, I would say that I am not the typical member that people envisage which makes it even nicer to be part of the organisation. It's a little oasis in a congested world and I am so glad I took the plunge.
SECRETARY and JOINT NECG Rep - Amanda Stevens
I was encouraged by a friend to join the WI and have never regretted it. I have been canoeing, have watched great films that I would not have chosen for myself, learnt a variety of ways to tie and wear scarves, tried (and abandoned) crocheting and listened to some inspirational speakers.
Since retiring, I have more time to dedicate to the WI. The meetings never fail to invigorate and entertain me.
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 ha 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!
JOINT NECG REP and WEBSITE - Sheila Parker
I live in Timperley and am a keen sports lady. I enjoy running and cycling as well as travelling abroad as often as I can. I also enjoy cooking and baking - hence the need for all my sporting activities! Although I live in Timperley, I find that Fulshaw WI offers such a wide range of activities it is worth the extra travel.
CATERING MANAGEMENT - Dee Waugh
I am married with 3 children and 3 dogs and have lived in Wilmslow for 25 years having moved north from Buckinghamshire. I have my own business in cakes and catering, making cakes anything from cupcakes to wedding cakes and all types of catering.
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.
VISITOR & NEW MEMBERS HOST and ALMONER - Lorna Davy
Whilst living abroad I was asked about the WI so thought I should investigate on my return. My nearest group was very traditional and not for me. I was advised to try Fulshaw which I greatly enjoy!
Now I do a lot of voluntary work and indulge in fitness classes. I love cooking, gardening and craft activities - all the things there was never enough time for when working full time. My husband and I have two children who both work in London.
Other Committee Members:
Gail Hodgett
I retired from University life 2½ years ago and within 2 weeks moved to Wilmslow to buy a home with my partner. Finding myself totally at sea, having left family and friends behind I decided to investigate the WI and a local church. I found all the things I love to do and more, so joining the committee as a 'helping hand' just seemed the right thing to do.
Renovating house and garden and helping with Clive's business keeps me busy, but meeting friends at the WI adds the icing to the cake!
Donna Johnstone
A scientist by training, I left the 'arts' side of me behind when I chose my O-Levels (GCSE's equivalents!). Having been a member of Fulshaw WI since 2014, I've found a bunch of lovely ladies who have supported me in my fledgling attempts to re-awaken my artistic side through creating a 'willow obelisk', 'paper folding' a book and other activities that I'd never heard of. I now work part-time running my own business, being an exam invigilator and doing voluntary work for the National Trust, Wilmslow Wells for Africa, and the In Together Dementia cafe in Wilmslow. I'm also a wife, a mum and a 'nana'. As a committee member I hope I can help maintain the encouraging and supportive environment of Fulshaw WI.
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
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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. |