Lovedean is part of the Bere Forest Group of WIs.
Lovedean WI was founded in 1957. We are a friendly, enthusiastic and democratically run group with varied interests. The group meets at 7.30 pm on the second Tuesday of each month in Lovedean Village Hall, PO8 9SF (except August when we get together in a pub for a drink or meal) . The hall in Lovedean Lane has disabled access and excellent facilities including two halls and a well equipped kitchen and easy parking.
The regular meeting usually includes a speaker or demonstration, a competition, raffle, ‘bring and buy stall’ and refreshments. Lovedean WI hold a craft day each year usually in October where you get a chance to learn new skills. We have several groups where members get together to enjoy various activities including a thriving Book Club, members meet once a month at Port Solent to watch the latest films, a swimming group meet at Waterlooville swimming pool, we have a weekly walking group, a knitting group and a Theatre group. Our popular Luncheon group meet the 1st Wednesday of each month. We also participate in group quizzes and skittles. Opportunities are always available to start up new groups of members with similar interests. During the year we arrange outings and social evenings and trips to county events.
We welcome visitors (maximum of three visits) and look forward to meeting you.
Programme
14 May 2019
- Annual General Meeting
- Selection of new president and committee
- Competition – A Needlework Item
11 June 2019
- The Bootleg Years
- Speaker – Nigel Knott
- Competition – An unusual miniature bottle of spirits
6 July 2019
- Outing to Windsor Castle
9 July 2019
- Westminster Abbey
- Speaker – Freda Bates
- Competition – A savoury item for a picnic basket
13 August 2019 tbc
- Meet at the pub – venue tbc
10 September 2019
- Anyone can paint a tiger
- Speaker – Heather Wylde
- Competition – Taste of India, sweet or savoury
17 September 2019
- Visit to Crosslands Nursery
8 October 2019
- Fresh from the Boat
- Speaker – Chantelle Williams
- Competition – A postcard from the Seaside
26 October 2019
- Craft Day – Lovedean Village Hall
13 November 2019
- The Miracle Flower from Flanders to the Tower
- Speaker – Jeremy Prescott
- Competition – A item with a Poppy on
16 November 2019
- Social Evening – Lovedean Village Hall
4 December 2019
- Christmas Lunch
10 December 2019
- Christmas Party
- Entertainment – The Waterlooville Rock Choir
- Bring and Share Buffett
- Secret Santa
- Post Box
- Competition – A homemade Christmas Party Hat