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Tuesday 9am - 4pm Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4pm Friday 9am - 4:30pm

West Kent Federation of WIs

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West Kent Federation of WIs

Welcome to West Kent Federation of WIs. West Kent is one of the larger federations sharing its borders with East Kent, East Sussex, Surrey and London.

West Kent County Federation was formed with 9 WIs in 1918 and today there are 180 WIs in towns and villages and nearly 7000 members. Each WI has a monthly meeting and some have other regular activities such as craft, book or gardening clubs. Some members belong to more than one WI. Each WI is different and anyone interested in joining would be welcome to visit more than one WI in the area before joining. Our federation is unique in that it operates a district system with 6 or more neighbouring institutes forming a district, under the guidance of a district secretary and treasurer. The districts are an important link between the institutes and the federation. There may be insufficient numbers in some WIs to organise some activities or outings that could be viable as a District event. These occasions give members the opportunity to socialise with other WIs in the area. The federation sub committees for Art and Craft, Home Economics, Performing Arts, Sports and Leisure, Public Affairs and International and Special Events, organise a variety of events throughout the year that aim to cover all interests. Our WI Advisers are constantly following up enquiries from ladies wanting to join a local WI or thinking of opening a WI in their area, so whatever your age or interests, West Kent has something to offer you, please contact us to find out more.

18/09/2026

17/09/2026

Thank you to the members that attended yesterdays Open Day. We hope you found it insightful and enjoyed your time looking around Ethel Hunt Lodge.

16/09/2026

West Kent Federation wishes all our members Happy WI Day 🎈
We're looking forward to welcoming some of our members today at Ethel Hunt Lodge

14/09/2026

Two venues to choose from to get your Quiz Team to choose from
Charlton Park RFC Tuesday 10 November or Masonic Hall, Tunbridge Wells Monday 16 November
We would love to see your team at one of these venues.
£5 per member

12/09/2026

🎤 Singing Day Tuesday 6 October
At Hadlow Village Hall.
Professional musician Jane Hanna will be leading our singing day.
Three Days remaining for your WI Rep to apply for tickets.
Don't miss out!

10/09/2026

Learn the Art of Cobra Knot with Sarah Burn-Hilton
Thursday 19 November—Ethel Hunt Lodge
Cost per session (includes kit): Members £15 | Non-Members £20

08/09/2026

Bead Jewellery with Alison Ripley
Tuesday 3 November at Ethel Hunt Lodge
£15 including the kit for members and £20 including the kit for members

06/09/2026

Sew a Mug Rug with Jo Salter
Wednesday 14 October at Ethel Hunt Lodge

04/09/2026

West Kent WIs Get Ready to Rack Your Brains!
Charlton Park RFC on Tuesday 10 November doors open at 1.15pm
Or
Tunbridge Wells on Monday 16 November at 1pm
We would love to see your Quiz Team at one of the venues

03/09/2026

The Treasurer Corner ⬇️

Address

4 Hawkwell Business Centre, Maidstone Road, Pembury
Tunbridge Wells
TN24AG

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Website

https://west-kent.thewi.org.uk/

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