We are a small (but perfectly formed) group of local residents from Stoke Ash and some of the surrounding villages who meet together under the umbrella of the WI for friendship, social events and education. In 2022 we had been in existence for
50 years yet try to keep ourselves modern and also try to listen to the likes and needs of our current members. Suggestions for prospective speakers, new outings, subjects of interest, etc are always welcome. We also try to support and be involved in activities within the local community.

2025 Programme

8th Jan Karen Finch (All about hearing) – Who said that?  

12th Feb Ralph Jackson – How to become a Roman Empress

12th Mar Dove Group Meeting – Thorndon Village Hall – Speaker: Lynn Mortimer, former Mayor of Ipswich

9th Apr Penny Simmonds (Reflexology) – Best Foot Forward

14th May Resolutions – Sarah-Jane Clarke (Great Blakenham Recycling Centre) – What a Load of Rubbish

11th Jun Musical Garden Party

9th Jul Andrew Wiltshire – “The name’s Rabbit, Peter Rabbit”, Beatrix Potter’s Secret code-breaker

13th Aug  Simon Hooton – “What a View”, Landscapes of Suffolk

10th Sep Marianne Brame – “Diamonds are  Girl’s Best Friend”, Gemstones

8th Oct Deb Johnson – “News from the Lighthouse”, The Lighthouse Trust

12th Nov Annual Meeting – Pip Wright – “And you thought Covid was bad”, The Plague in Suffolk   

3rd Dec Christmas Meal