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Visit to Jacksdale Dollies WI - 6th June 2018BJ WI walkers caught the 9.24 bus yesterday to Nottingham, and then the number ONE bus to Alfreton, arriving at Jacksdale about 11.25, where we were met by 4 friendly ladies from the Jacksdale Dollies WI. We were soon away and walking by the Cromford Canal and around the Codnor Park Reservoir by a very able Dorothy, who was able to relate the history of the area and its industrial heritage – the Butterley company being the huge employer responsible for ironworks, coal mining, brick making and the creation of its own village – Ironville. It was a lovely dry day, not too hot and not too far; we were eventually led back to their meeting place, the United Reformed church where they served us very welcome cups of tea and delicious cakes! It was soon time to retrace our travels; a very happy group so pleased to have met up with another WI. We hope that they will come to BJ to see some of our heritage and also sample our hospitality
New Whist Group
We had our 53rd Birthday Party on 11th January, please see all the photos of the fantastic pieces produced by our members in the Gallery Photos 2018Sheila Norris Rose Bowl Challenge 2017 - A Photo of Piece of Textile made by your WIWe sent a photo of our Top Table Cloth which was made to celebrate the 21st Anniversary in 1986 of the Evening WI. Nine members decided to make the tablecloth for use at the monthly meetings. The idea was to show the interesting buildings and features of the 2 villages; these included Burton Joyce Village Hall, St. Helen's and Holy Trinity churches, the old school, Wheatsheaf Inn, shops and old cottages. Also, the seat donated by the WI to the village to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee in 1977, and not forgetting the River Trent which is an attraction for villagers and fishermen alike. The completed tablecloth was displayed in the local library and was featured in the Nottingham Evening Post.
Successful Coffee Morning on 5th August 2017
Our Annual Charity Coffee Morning this year
was held in aid of Nottinghamshire Blood Bikes. The organisation which takes over the delivery of blood and organs during the night and at weekends when the regular hospital services are not available. Without this service the hospitals would be paying a lot of money to private taxi companies. We were delighted that two of the riders, on their bikes, were able to come along on the morning to raise interest in our event, and we are very happy to say that we will be able to hand over a cheque for £800.00 to this excellent charity. A big boost to the money raised was due to our Craft Group who worked hard to produce lots of lovely items Pear Tree Corner
Lovely trip to Grimsthorpe Castle, near Bourne, Lincolnshire - Thursday, 22nd June 2017 - see more photos in Gallery Photos 2017
2017 Annual Meeting ResolutionsAll WIs get one vote for each resolution. This means your WI shouldn’t vote for one resolution over the other, but should vote for or against each one independently. If both resolutions are passed at the AM, the NFWI will campaign on both issues.
Your WI can also choose to give discretion to your delegate to decide how to vote after hearing the presentations and debate at the annual meeting. Alleviating loneliness This meeting calls on every WI and the NFWI to work alongside health and social care providers and their local community to raise awareness of the causes and impacts of loneliness, thus ensuring better identification of lonely people in order to be able to offer them the appropriate assistance and support. Not supported Plastic Soup: Keep microplastic fibres out of our ocean Microplastic fibres are shed from synthetic clothing with every wash and are the main contributors to microplastic contamination of the oceans. The NFWI calls on Government and industry to research and develop innovative solutions to this problem in order to stop the accumulation of microplastic fibres in our oceans. Unanimously supported Some of the members of our Trent Valley Walkers visiting County House on 1st February 2017 before going on a circular walk to Farndon.
Pear Tree Corner Update
Craft Group Sale of Items
At our next monthly meeting on 10th November our Craft Group will be having a sale of things they have made this year. Six lucky members will win a raffle prize from the stall and will be able to choose whatever they like. All other items will then be open for sale to all members. There will be a variety of items including cushions; draft excluders; knitted toys; note books; gift tags; bags and gifts in a tin. Proceeds from the raffle will, as usual, go the our WI and money raised from the sales will help with resources for the Craft Group. They also hope to give a share to "The Flower Pod" charity at Brackenhurst. Don't miss this lovely opportunity.
Pear Tree Corner project
At last the project seems to be starting. Workmen appeared on
Tuesday, 4th October to start taking down the old pear tree. Our planters have not arrived yet but hopefully will do soon. Sow and Grow - County's Challenge to turn £10 into a profit to help support the repairs necessary at Trent Bridge House
Handover of our cheque for £404.30 to the County Treasurer.
Thank you
Thanks to everyone who helped us raise the grand total of £404.30 at our
fund-raising coffee morning for Trent Bridge House. More photos in the gallery. Sow and Grow - County's Challenge to turn £10 into a profit to help support the repairs necessary at Trent Bridge House
To do this we will be having a
Coffee Morning in the Old Church Hall, Main Street, Burton Joyce Saturday 6th August 10.00 am to 12.00 noon £1.00 entry with Coffee and biscuits Stalls include scarves & jewellery; books & jigsaws; cakes and produce and a raffle Outing to well dressings at Youlgrave, 27th June 2016
Our Outings Group organised another lovely trip, this time to Derbyshire with a stop in Bakewell then on to Youlgrave to see the dressed wells and have lunch in their Village Hall. More photos in Gallery 2016.
Queen's 90th Birthday Coffee Morning, 11th June 2016
On Saturday morning a coffee morning get-together was held by members to celebrate the Queen's official 90th Birthday. Members were treated to scones with jam and cream with coffee or tea. More photos in Gallery
Trent Valley Walkers and Craft Group Trip to Cromford on 7th June 2016
Pear Tree Corner
2016 Annual Meeting ResolutionsEvery year members propose, and select, resolutions that could form the basis for NFWI campaigns and activity. Just under 100,000 members have taken part in the 2016 selection process so far. Over 40,000 members backed the following two resolutions. They will both now go forward to a vote at the Annual Meeting in Brighton on 11 June.
Avoid food waste, address food poverty - The WI calls on all supermarkets to sign up to a voluntary agreement to avoid food waste, thereby passing surplus food on to charities thus helping to address the issue of increasing food poverty in the UK. Appropriate care in hospitals for people with dementia - We call upon HM Government and the NHS to provide facilities to enable carers to stay with people with Alzheimer's disease and dementia that have been admitted into hospital. These 2 resolutions will be discussed at our Annual Meeting on 12th May. Burton Joyce Village Plan Defibrillator Scheme
The Trent Valley Walkers completed their first walk of 2016 on Wednesday, 6th January - see details and photo at Meetings - Trent Valley WalkersCelebrating 100 Years of
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At our monthly meeting on the 8th October members of our Craft Group had some of their year's work on display. The aim was to raise funds to buy more materials for future projects. With this in mind they sold raffle tickets so the first 6 could have their choice from the display, following which members were free to purchase everything that was left. More photos of their work in Gallery 2015.
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90 Years of the Village Hall
On Saturday, 19th September, the Village Hall celebrated its 90th Birthday with an Open Day hosted by the Village Hall Committee and displays from some of the Groups who have used the Hall the most over the years, including the WI, Mothers' Union and Burton Joyce Players. The WI raised the funds for the building of the Hall and Mr. Hearnshaw, a prominent member of the village donated the land. See more information under History. More photos in the Gallery.
Handover to Nottingham Oasis Breast Cancer
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Our President, Gillian, handing over our cheque for £409.50, raised at our August Coffee Morning, to Nottingham Oasis Breast Cancer representatives.
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Our Craft Group have knitted these teddies for an organisation called "knit for Peace". They give these teddies to hospitals to give to children who arrive there with no special toy from home. I guess it's children who've had an accident outside of their home or been taken ill suddenly. We really enjoyed doing them and home they bring some comfort to these children!
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The Queen cutting the WI Centenary Cake at the Annual Meeting in the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday 4th June.
The Queen is flanked by The Princess Royal; Countess of Wessex and members of the WI
The Queen is flanked by The Princess Royal; Countess of Wessex and members of the WI
WI Centenary Garden Party at Buckingham Palace, 2nd June
Posted 7th June 2015
Joining 8,000 members from all over the
country, The Duchess of Cornwall hosted the WI Centenary Garden Party. It was a bit blustery and threatening rain, but nothing stopped the enjoyment of a great day.
Also present were The Countess of Wessex;
The Duchess of Gloucester and Princess Alexandra. The Queen's Body Guard of the Yeomen of the Guard were on duty and the Bands of the Royal Marines Collingwood and the Irish Guards played during the afternoon.
Plenty more photos in the Gallery
country, The Duchess of Cornwall hosted the WI Centenary Garden Party. It was a bit blustery and threatening rain, but nothing stopped the enjoyment of a great day.
Also present were The Countess of Wessex;
The Duchess of Gloucester and Princess Alexandra. The Queen's Body Guard of the Yeomen of the Guard were on duty and the Bands of the Royal Marines Collingwood and the Irish Guards played during the afternoon.
Plenty more photos in the Gallery
Help
Posted 11th May 2015
Our Craft Group need your spare wool to make small teddy bears for children in hospital - any double knitting wool you have would be appreciated. Please give to Katherine. Thank you.
Celebrating 100 Years of the WI
Posted 29th March 2015
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A number of events will be held throughout the county to celebrate our 100 years and we have been asked to take part in making a Federation heirloom. This involves every WI in the County designing and making a pennant to depict their WI, including their name. County have provided everyone with a triangle of material and the completed triangles will be joined together to make a county-wide bunting to be displayed at all celebratory events. This is our pennant ready to go off to County House. A big thank you to Marlene and Dawn for all their hard work.
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Spring Council Meeting
25th March 2015 at Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham
Our President, Gillian, receiving a Certificate from the National President, Janice Langley, to mark the 50th Anniversary of Burton Joyce and Bulcote WI.
See more photos in Gallery
See more photos in Gallery
'Fish and Chip' babies
Posted 8th February 2015
Our Craft Group have been very busy knitting brightly coloured vests with matching hats for babies born in Africa to mothers who have nothing. The term 'fish and chip' babies comes from the fact that the mothers wrap their babies in newspaper because they have nothing else.
See more about our Craft Club under 'Meetings'.
See more about our Craft Club under 'Meetings'.
The Party went with a swing
Posted 10th January 2015
After a lovely meal our Birthday Cake was cut by President, Gillian, and Notts. Federation Chairman, Jane. Then it was back to the 1960's music played by Acme Swing.
50th Birthday Party - Thursday 8th January
Posted 14th December 2014
Planning for our big birthday is in full swing! We are determined that everyone will have a good time. We are having a meal provided for everyone, so if you want to attend - place your orders by 19th December with Gillian on 9312313. Please bring your own drink and glass.
There will be a wonderful live band playing music from the 60s. Don't forget to dress up if you want to.
DOORS OPEN AT 6.00PM TO SIT DOWN AND EAT AT 6.30PM
PS: Don't forget Subscriptions of £36.00 are due. Please pay by cheque.
There will be a wonderful live band playing music from the 60s. Don't forget to dress up if you want to.
DOORS OPEN AT 6.00PM TO SIT DOWN AND EAT AT 6.30PM
PS: Don't forget Subscriptions of £36.00 are due. Please pay by cheque.
Trip to Chatsworth on 4th December
Posted 6th December 2014
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A bus full of members went off to Chatsworth on Thursday and had a real good time. More photos in gallery
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Poppy Makers Profit
posted 17th November 2014
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As a result of a lot of hard work, both making and selling, the poppies made by the members of our WI we were able to present to our November Speaker, a representative of The Royal British Legion, a cheque for £300.00.
Group Meeting, Burton Joyce Village Hall
Thursday 30th October 2014
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The latest meeting of the Trent Valley Group, which includes: Gunthorpe, East Bridgford, Shelford and Burton Joyce & Bulcote took place on 30th October. Around seventy WI members were joined by our entertainment for the evening - The Nottingham Ukulele Orchestra - which included 22 musicians with good voices. We had a very lively evening with songs from George Formby to the Beatles, including the Ukulele Group classic 'Bring me Sunshine'. The next Group Meeting will be hosted by Gunthorpe in April 2015 when the speaker will be Rowena Edlin-White.
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Poppy Walk and Vintage Tea
Posted 14th October 2014
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We had a marvellous day on Sunday, the weather was sunny and everyone seemed to have a good time. Because of the number of people, we had 2 walks, one led by 2 of our members and one by the History Society. Afternoon tea was accompanied by music from the village Recorder Group and Gedling Borough Council provided an actress, Becky (pictured), who entertained with stories of the time. She also enlisted the help of members of the audience for additional readings. Please see photos in the Gallery
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Trip to York on 2nd October
Posted 7th October 2014
We had a lovely time in York on a gloriously sunny day. Some of us went to Bettys Tea Rooms!
More photos in 2014 Gallery
More photos in 2014 Gallery
Poppy Walk & Vintage Tea
Posted 14 September 2014
Poppy walks in Gedling villages will commemorate 100 years since the start of the Great War
Stories of village life and loss during the First World War will be told through a series of reflective walks.
The events are in Bestwood, Woodborough, Newstead and Burton Joyce to commemorate 100 years since the start of the conflict. Walks begin with an introduction exploring the impact of the war on Gedling communities and will end with afternoon tea and talk.
Stories of village life and loss during the First World War will be told through a series of reflective walks.
The events are in Bestwood, Woodborough, Newstead and Burton Joyce to commemorate 100 years since the start of the conflict. Walks begin with an introduction exploring the impact of the war on Gedling communities and will end with afternoon tea and talk.
The Burton Joyce walk is from the War Memorial in Nottingham Road on Sunday, 12th October and will begin at 2pm, with tea in the Village Hall starting at 4pm.
Gedling borough councillor Kathryn Fox said: "The poppy walks are an opportunity for residents to explore the history and the impact the war had on Gedling. It will give people a chance to pay respects to those who sacrificed so much for us in the war."
It costs £2.50 per person, or £1.50 for concessions, which is payable on the day to the WI for the afternoon tea. Booking is essential on 0115 901 3715
Gedling borough councillor Kathryn Fox said: "The poppy walks are an opportunity for residents to explore the history and the impact the war had on Gedling. It will give people a chance to pay respects to those who sacrificed so much for us in the war."
It costs £2.50 per person, or £1.50 for concessions, which is payable on the day to the WI for the afternoon tea. Booking is essential on 0115 901 3715
Next Meeting - 9th October
Come along and hear Steve Wright tells us how Burton Joyce was affected by the outbreak of WW1
Charity Coffee Morning 2nd August
Updated 17th September 2014
A cheque for a total of £275.77 was handed over to David from the Air Ambulance charity at our meeting
on Thursday 11th September.
on Thursday 11th September.
We would like to thank everyone who supported our Coffee Morning on Saturday 2nd August, in aid of Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance. Your continued support is much appreciated, so far we have raised £260.
Thank you to Marlene
Posted 3rd July 2014
At our Committee Meeting on Monday, 24th June, we presented Marlene with a rose tree to say thank you for all the hard work she has done during her years as Treasurer.
2nd August Coffee Morning
Posted 15th June 2014
Coffee Morning
In aid of our local
Lincolnshire & Nottingham
Air Ambulance
Old Church Hall, Main Street
Saturday 2nd August
10.00 am to 12.00 noon
Stalls
Cakes and produce
Books
Bric-a-brac
Entrance £1.00 including coffee/tea and biscuits
In aid of our local
Lincolnshire & Nottingham
Air Ambulance
Old Church Hall, Main Street
Saturday 2nd August
10.00 am to 12.00 noon
Stalls
Cakes and produce
Books
Bric-a-brac
Entrance £1.00 including coffee/tea and biscuits
We didn't drop the Baton!
Posted 15th June 2014
Members from Gunthorpe WI arrived at 9.15 with the baton on a specially embroidered cushion. Gunthorpe President, Jenn, handed the baton to our President Gillian, while Marita waited on the motorbike ready to go to Gedling. The handover was followed by hot drinks and bacon butties, See photos in 2014 Gallery, including the handover at Gedling.
Don't Drop The Baton!
Posted 11th June 2014
In preparation for the 2015 WI Centenary celebrations a baton relay is taking place around England & Wales. The Centenary Baton will be visiting every WI in the National Federation before making its way to the Albert Hall for our AGM in June 2015.
Burton Joyce and Bulcote WI are getting excited because our turn to hold the baton is fast approaching. On Saturday, 14 June 2014 we will take charge of it from Gunthorpe WI before passing it on to Gedling WI. We will be meeting at our Village Hall for the arrival of the baton at 9.30am, where tea and coffee will be served in the small Hall and bacon butties will be available for order. The baton has to be with Gedling for 10.05am so a unique quick form of transport is being sought.
We have our unique form of transport - a motorbike! This belongs to one of newest members' husband, Marita, and she will be on the pillion to carry the baton. Please be at the Village Hall from 9.15am to have tea, coffee and bacon butties in the small hall and your photo taken out front of the Village Hall when the baton arrives and departs. You can also follow the baton to Gedling Memorial Hall to support Marita.
Burton Joyce and Bulcote WI are getting excited because our turn to hold the baton is fast approaching. On Saturday, 14 June 2014 we will take charge of it from Gunthorpe WI before passing it on to Gedling WI. We will be meeting at our Village Hall for the arrival of the baton at 9.30am, where tea and coffee will be served in the small Hall and bacon butties will be available for order. The baton has to be with Gedling for 10.05am so a unique quick form of transport is being sought.
We have our unique form of transport - a motorbike! This belongs to one of newest members' husband, Marita, and she will be on the pillion to carry the baton. Please be at the Village Hall from 9.15am to have tea, coffee and bacon butties in the small hall and your photo taken out front of the Village Hall when the baton arrives and departs. You can also follow the baton to Gedling Memorial Hall to support Marita.
June Monthly Meeting
Posted 19th May 2014
Our Guest Speaker for our meeting on Thursday, 12th June with be coming from The Donkey Sanctuary and will be telling us about the donkeys and the Donkey Assisted Riding for the Disabled Sessions which help so many children. Our local 'Donkey Man' Peter Thorne will also be invited to the meeting. We have helped Peter in the past with the proceeds of our coffee morning held in August 2013.
To further assist the Charity, Peter will be having a Donkey and Family Fun Day at 2 Lee Road (Donkey Corner), on Saturday 14th June. Where cream teas, stalls and the chance to meet and sponsor a donkey will all be on offer.
To further assist the Charity, Peter will be having a Donkey and Family Fun Day at 2 Lee Road (Donkey Corner), on Saturday 14th June. Where cream teas, stalls and the chance to meet and sponsor a donkey will all be on offer.
Organ Donation Update
Posted 12th May 2014
The important thing to remember is that you must make your family aware of your wishes regarding organ donation. Three people a day die waiting for an organ transplant and knowing you can help others may ease a family's tragic loss. It also makes it so much easier for hospital staff to broach the subject with relatives if your wishes have already been registered. To join the Organ Donor Register call 0300 123 23 23 or visit www.organdonation.nhs.uk
EVENTS
Posted 3rd May 2014
8th May 2014 at 7.30 pm in Burton Joyce
Village Hall. NG14 5EY
We will be discussing the National WI's resolution:
"We call on every member of the WI to make their wishes regarding organ
donation known, and to encourage their families and friends, and members
of their local communities to do likewise."
Village Hall. NG14 5EY
We will be discussing the National WI's resolution:
"We call on every member of the WI to make their wishes regarding organ
donation known, and to encourage their families and friends, and members
of their local communities to do likewise."
Building A Web Of Confusion
Posted 29th April 2014
Ladies on the course
Three of our members, Lesley, Gina and Val, went to County House, Newark to-day to learn how to build our website. This is the result.
Our teacher was Kay Brown from Bestwood Village WI ably helped by her husband, Mark. They both have a lot of patience. We set off in high spirits at 9.00am and then became a little anxious when the A46 was blocked by a traffic accident, but a cup of tea and biscuit on arrival at County House soon revived us.
Our teacher was Kay Brown from Bestwood Village WI ably helped by her husband, Mark. They both have a lot of patience. We set off in high spirits at 9.00am and then became a little anxious when the A46 was blocked by a traffic accident, but a cup of tea and biscuit on arrival at County House soon revived us.
Information
We were formed in 1965 and currently have
67 members. We meet on the second Thursday of the month at 7.00pm in Burton Joyce Village Hall.
See location map here.
67 members. We meet on the second Thursday of the month at 7.00pm in Burton Joyce Village Hall.
See location map here.
OFFICIALS
President - Linda Burley
Vice Presidents - Gillian Broadbent
- Debra Eaton
Secretary - Gina Rawson
Treasurer - Dawn Jenkinson
Asst. Treasurer - Debra Eaton
Publicity & web - Lesley Comerie
Programme Sec - Katherine Forster
Register - Margaret Barrett
Meet & Greet - Barbara Chapman
Events Book - Marcia Hyde
Refreshments - Pat Green
President - Linda Burley
Vice Presidents - Gillian Broadbent
- Debra Eaton
Secretary - Gina Rawson
Treasurer - Dawn Jenkinson
Asst. Treasurer - Debra Eaton
Publicity & web - Lesley Comerie
Programme Sec - Katherine Forster
Register - Margaret Barrett
Meet & Greet - Barbara Chapman
Events Book - Marcia Hyde
Refreshments - Pat Green
Notts Federation Info
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE FEDERATION
COUNTY HOUSE
The opening times of the federation office at Trent Bridge House,
Beastmarket Hill,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire.
NG24 1BN
are as follows:
Mon–Wed only 9am – 3pm
Contact Rosemary, Heather & Fiona on :-
Email : nottsfedwi@tiscali.co.uk
Tel: 01636 67 3550
NOTTS FED ON THE WEB
The Nottinghamshire Federation web pages are here:- Nottinghamshire Federation
You can download documents & booking forms.
COUNTY HOUSE
The opening times of the federation office at Trent Bridge House,
Beastmarket Hill,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire.
NG24 1BN
are as follows:
Mon–Wed only 9am – 3pm
Contact Rosemary, Heather & Fiona on :-
Email : nottsfedwi@tiscali.co.uk
Tel: 01636 67 3550
NOTTS FED ON THE WEB
The Nottinghamshire Federation web pages are here:- Nottinghamshire Federation
You can download documents & booking forms.
WI ADVISERS
These ladies are on hand to give help and advise to you about all aspects of the WI.
They can attend your annual meeting or your committee meetings or just offer help on the end of a phone or email.
To get in touch on any WI matters :-
wiadviser.notts@yahoo.co.uk
or check out their phone numbers in the year book.
TRENT VALLEY GROUP
We belong to a group of WIs which is known as the Trent Valley Group which consists of East Bridgford, Shelford, Gunthorpe and ourselves.
These ladies are on hand to give help and advise to you about all aspects of the WI.
They can attend your annual meeting or your committee meetings or just offer help on the end of a phone or email.
To get in touch on any WI matters :-
wiadviser.notts@yahoo.co.uk
or check out their phone numbers in the year book.
TRENT VALLEY GROUP
We belong to a group of WIs which is known as the Trent Valley Group which consists of East Bridgford, Shelford, Gunthorpe and ourselves.
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The WI National College
The WI College
Denman College, Marcham, Abingdon, Oxon. OX13 6NW
Telephone: 01865 391991
Website:www.denmancollege.org.uk/
Day and residential courses are available to members and non-members, including men. Bursaries are available - please enquire.
Denman College, Marcham, Abingdon, Oxon. OX13 6NW
Telephone: 01865 391991
Website:www.denmancollege.org.uk/
Day and residential courses are available to members and non-members, including men. Bursaries are available - please enquire.