Essex Federation covers a huge geographical area, from the more industrial south, along the beautiful coastline and into the more rural villages in the north of the county. We are one of the largest Federations with approximately 6,500 members in over 150 Institutes.

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The WI Centre is in Hatfield Peverel, easily accessible from the A12, not far from our County City of Chelmsford.

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WI meetings usually follow a pattern, meeting monthly in either in the morning, afternoon or evening with a speaker or demonstrator, followed by refreshments with time to socialize. Information on forthcoming events within the WI are discussed as well as news from County and National Federations on events, current campaign issues, competitions and items relating to activities within Essex. Many WIs also meet during the month for more specialist activities often a book or lunch club, rambling, craft group or a choir or drama section.

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The Aim of the WI is:

To offer opportunities for all women to enjoy friendship, to learn, to widen their horizons and together to influence local, national and international affairs.