Downend W.I.
About Us
Downend Women's Institute
Christ Church Parish Hall,
57 North Street, Downend, Bristol, South Gloucestershire. BS16 5SG
Meet last Tuesday of each month at 7:30pm.
Guests are welcome to join us for a small charge of £5.00, which includes tea or coffee.
Email: downendwi@yahoo.co.uk
About Us
Our President is Linda Russ
Contact Linda email downendwi@yahoo.co.uk fao Linda.
We are based in the heart of Downend, which is a suburb of Bristol. Downend comes in the County of South Gloucestershire, and are part of the Avon Federation WI.
Downend WI has a vibrant energetic feel about it, with members from all age groups, and all walks of life, we mix really well.
We are always happy to welcome new members, and also members from other groups.
Upcoming Meetings 2026
March 31st Jenny Benson from Bristol Abused Women Charity.
SARAS. Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support.
SARSAS is a local charity dedicated to supporting anyone affected by rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives. They listen, believe and support survivors.
at Christchurch Hall
April 28th Line Dancing
at Christchurch Hall
May 26th Neil from Blood Bikes Charity
NABB The Nationwide Association of Blood Bikes
Our members transport blood, platelets, samples, surgical instruments, Human donor milk and many other clinical products across the UK & Ireland.
at Christchurch Hall
June 30th Alan Toyne Author of Gorillas in our Midst
Meet Alan Toyne a dedicated zookeeper from the fascinating world of Bristol Zoo. He's a dedicated zookeeper and primate expert whose extraordinary story of hand-rearing two baby gorillas will warm your heart.
at Christchurch Hall
July 28th Alison Bacon from Old Photographs, the inspiration of her book.
at Christchurch Hall
August 25th Annual Quiz & Fizz
at Christchurch Hall
September 30th Decorating our own mug.
at Christchurch Hall
November 25th Christmas Craft
at Christchurch Hall
We also have a vibrant Sub Group.
The Evening Book Club meets every month, please contact the group leader Linda Russ.
Meet every third Tuesday evening.
The Daytime Book Club meets every month, please contact the group leader Linda Russ.
We are interested in many topics and enjoy our program of talks and activities, so do come and try us out.
It would be great if members could setup some more groups. There are a vast number of groups to choose from. Eg: Fish n Chip Lunch Club, Monthly Brunch Club, Cinema/Theatre Group, & all sorts of Craft Groups (Knitting, Crochet, Embroidery, Cross Stitch, Painting etc)
Downend WI started in January 2014 when ladies lined up in the cold to join. The queue was so long that some had to be turned away!
"Community, Culture, Charity, Craft & Cake", to find out more, please come to our meeting as a guest, we'll be happy to meet you.
We meet on the last Tuesday of each month, in the Christ Church Parish Hall on North Street, Downend, Bristol at 7:30pm.
The Mission Statement of the National Federation of Women's Institutes.
Our mission
Let us tell you what we stand for and what is at the heart of everything we do.
The WI plays a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities.
The WI is here to inspire you.
We inspire women through experiences, knowledge and skills. These are passed down through generations and continually updated to reflect the lives of women today.
The WI is everything you want it to be
Whatever your reason for joining, we offer all kinds of opportunities to all kinds of women.
For some, it’s a chance to meet people and catch up with friends. For others, it’s a way to learn valuable life skills and make a difference in their communities through WI campaigns.
The WI is what you make of it
WI members come in all shapes and sizes and our members can be involved in the way that suits them.
This can mean joining a local WI or setting up a new group with other like-minded women.
Christ Church Parish Hall,
57 North Street, Downend, Bristol, South Gloucestershire. BS16 5SG
Meet last Tuesday of each month at 7:30pm.
Guests are welcome to join us for a small charge of £5.00, which includes tea or coffee.
Email: downendwi@yahoo.co.uk
About Us
Our President is Linda Russ
Contact Linda email downendwi@yahoo.co.uk fao Linda.
We are based in the heart of Downend, which is a suburb of Bristol. Downend comes in the County of South Gloucestershire, and are part of the Avon Federation WI.
Downend WI has a vibrant energetic feel about it, with members from all age groups, and all walks of life, we mix really well.
We are always happy to welcome new members, and also members from other groups.
Upcoming Meetings 2026
March 31st Jenny Benson from Bristol Abused Women Charity.
SARAS. Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support.
SARSAS is a local charity dedicated to supporting anyone affected by rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives. They listen, believe and support survivors.
at Christchurch Hall
April 28th Line Dancing
at Christchurch Hall
May 26th Neil from Blood Bikes Charity
NABB The Nationwide Association of Blood Bikes
Our members transport blood, platelets, samples, surgical instruments, Human donor milk and many other clinical products across the UK & Ireland.
at Christchurch Hall
June 30th Alan Toyne Author of Gorillas in our Midst
Meet Alan Toyne a dedicated zookeeper from the fascinating world of Bristol Zoo. He's a dedicated zookeeper and primate expert whose extraordinary story of hand-rearing two baby gorillas will warm your heart.
at Christchurch Hall
July 28th Alison Bacon from Old Photographs, the inspiration of her book.
at Christchurch Hall
August 25th Annual Quiz & Fizz
at Christchurch Hall
September 30th Decorating our own mug.
at Christchurch Hall
November 25th Christmas Craft
at Christchurch Hall
We also have a vibrant Sub Group.
The Evening Book Club meets every month, please contact the group leader Linda Russ.
Meet every third Tuesday evening.
The Daytime Book Club meets every month, please contact the group leader Linda Russ.
We are interested in many topics and enjoy our program of talks and activities, so do come and try us out.
It would be great if members could setup some more groups. There are a vast number of groups to choose from. Eg: Fish n Chip Lunch Club, Monthly Brunch Club, Cinema/Theatre Group, & all sorts of Craft Groups (Knitting, Crochet, Embroidery, Cross Stitch, Painting etc)
Downend WI started in January 2014 when ladies lined up in the cold to join. The queue was so long that some had to be turned away!
"Community, Culture, Charity, Craft & Cake", to find out more, please come to our meeting as a guest, we'll be happy to meet you.
We meet on the last Tuesday of each month, in the Christ Church Parish Hall on North Street, Downend, Bristol at 7:30pm.
The Mission Statement of the National Federation of Women's Institutes.
Our mission
Let us tell you what we stand for and what is at the heart of everything we do.
The WI plays a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities.
The WI is here to inspire you.
We inspire women through experiences, knowledge and skills. These are passed down through generations and continually updated to reflect the lives of women today.
The WI is everything you want it to be
Whatever your reason for joining, we offer all kinds of opportunities to all kinds of women.
For some, it’s a chance to meet people and catch up with friends. For others, it’s a way to learn valuable life skills and make a difference in their communities through WI campaigns.
The WI is what you make of it
WI members come in all shapes and sizes and our members can be involved in the way that suits them.
This can mean joining a local WI or setting up a new group with other like-minded women.
Program
2024 Program of Speakers & Activities
Every month we have a speaker or an activity. See the list below:
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