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The group was formed in 1992 after breaking away from the Women’s Institute as it was considered both expensive and less relevant to rural communities such as Great Bardfield.

Since the beginning of 2014 it is now our aim to open the membership to both Ladies and Gentlemen and of course visitors are always welcome. Meetings are held at 2.30 on the second Tuesday of the month in Great Bardfield Town Hall.

Members subscription is £25.00 per annum.

Visitors - £5.00 per meeting.

Tea or coffee and biscuits are served following our talks. A raffle is held with the proceeds given to one of the three chosen local charities that we continue to support.

Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust, Farleigh Hospice and The Creamer Fund.

Added to our monthly talks, a summer outing and a theatre trip are organised, with an occasional bring and buy plant and book stalls. Details of our talks can be found in the Bardfield Times and posters displayed around the village.

Our year concludes with a Christmas lunch.

We would very much like to increase our membership and extend a very warm welcome to everyone.

Further information from our Secretary, Marilyn Edwards 01371 810555 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

PROGRAMME FOR 2024

9th January     Creamer Fund Update & AGM        
13th February   My Creative Journey     Amanda Sutherland
12th March   Everything Strictly     Eve Regelous
9th April   Through the Freen Baize Door     Bryan Thurlow
14th May   Wildlife of Tanzania     Graham & Mary Brace
11th June   British Sign Language     Lindsey Barrell
9th July   TBA      
13th August   Hearing Dogs     Malcolm Domb
10th September   The Magic of the Theatre     Roger Manion
8th October   A History of Rowntree Fruit Pastilles     Will Edwards
14th November   Polydactyl Cats     Rose Griffin
10th December   Christmas Lunch