2026 Events and Workshops
Workshops and Events
Scroll down this page which is in date order of events , for each event you will find details of the event, costs and how to book. Any queries please call the office on 01765 606339 or email nywfwi24@gmail.com if you have any difficulties or are viewing after a decision date for places allocation to see if we can accommodate you .
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The Great Yorkshire Show 2026 - Request for Volunteers
It is that time of the year when we ask you volunteer to help run our café and exhibition area at the show each day. There are several options :-
- Volunteer to do one or more shifts in the catering area
- Volunteer to act as a Steward in the exhitbition area engaging with the public and explaining what the WI is
- Volunteer in setting up before and clearing down after the show
Full details are included in the registration forms for
All volunteers are given a free day pass to the show and refreshments appropriate to their shift.
Shifts will be allocated based on the date forms are received in the office and staffing requirements.
If your employer offers time off for Charity Support and you require proof, Federation can supply a letter including Charity Number etc to support your volunteering.
There will be three display areas showcasing our members talents and interests:-
- The Great Yorkshire W.I. Yarn Bomb
- One I Made Earlier
- Membership Opportunities
Completed "Entry Form" for the display need to be forwarded by 30 April 2026. Full details download in word here or pdf here
Items for display can be brought to Spring Council
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Fashion Show Friday 11 Sept
Bolton Abbey
CANCELLED
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June
NFWI Annual Meeting 4 June 2026
We are trialling a new system of on-line booking see this link https://forms.gle/TBkWFjKDj8XqnXDo9
or you can download the the normal booking form here in word or pdf
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Merideth Towne Evening
CANCELLED
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Ryedale Folk Museum & Yorkshire Lavender Fields
Download a booking form here in word or pdf
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Willow Weaving with Rachel Hutton
Download a booking form here in word or pdf
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Presidents and Secretary Forums
Free to Members
Gargrave Village Hall Saturday 22 August 10:00am-12:00
Download a booking form for Alma House here in word or pdf
Download a booking form for Gargrave here in word or pdf
Closing date 19 June 2026
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July
Stay, Learn and Explore at Barnard Castle
Friday 10th -Sunday 12 July 2026
Reserve a place by booking by 31 Dec 2025
A Number of Queries have been raised - please download responses here
We have planned a selection of activities for small groups within the 60 attendees, and our intention is to get everyone trying each activity as part of the explore plan of the weekend.
So, from a friendly welcome on the Friday with a Gardening Talk after dinner, to a range of
hands-on crafts and active experiences on the Saturday, followed by a Vodka tasting and an evening of music. On the Sunday there is
more to enjoy in the morning, Sunday lunch and an afternoon visit and talk at the Bowes museum next door, (and the Vivienne Westwood Exhibition!)
During the days we will have various activities such as early morning Tai chi or a swim (or have a quiet cuppa?),
a riverside walk, some al-fresco Sound Bathing for a little mindfulness. We will have soap making and
other hands-on crafts, as well as a few more ideas of activities that are still a work in progress. Come and enjoy some ME time!
You can opt out of the activities, and you don't prebook as we aim to persuade you all to try a new experience. All the while you have
time to chill and chat and make new friends in a lovely environment. And as it is July, we also hope to enjoy some sun and fresh air, with a cuppa (or a glass of your favourite tipple that you have brought with you.)
Download the full brochure here
Download booking form in Word or PDF her