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From January 2020, administration of the website will be done ‘in-house’, in the ESFWI office, by Assistant Federation Secretary Judy Buckle. This will provide you with a better service – most of the news for the website comes into the office anyway, and it makes better sense for the items to go straight onto the

The Federation was busy as usual in June this year, organising the catering and compeition displays in association with the West Sussex Federation.  The catering was likened to a ‘military operation’, with, of course, delicious home-made cakes, and the entries from WIs across both counties were magnificent.  This shows the WI at its absolute best!

The WI tent is always a great hit with our visitors. We hope it provides a calm haven from the hustle and bustle of the showground, and of course WI refreshments are always a treat.  None of this would be possible without the generous help of many members across both counties. 2019 is the centenary

Is there a member of your WI who can make the best apple pie ever? Are they up for the challenge? We’ll be holding a competition for the best Apple pie at the Centenary Garden Party and Fair at Fairlight Hall on Saturday 6 July. Pies must be  8”/20cm with PASTRY top and bottom in

So, our Centenary year is under way, and we have some great new events for you.  Make sure you check the Events page on this site for all the details, and to download the application forms. Firstly, we’ve got the ever-popular ESFWI Golf tournament on Monday 20 May, at the Dewlans Manor Course. Details are

Saturday 6 July 2019 2-5pm Held at Fairlight Hall, just outside Hastings, the beautiful home of WI member Sarah Kowitz, this is our main celebration for the Federation Centenary It will be unmissable! Find the application form in the Events section. A print application form will be at the back of the next News. Do