East Leake WI

Welcome to East Leake WI - a friendly and enthusiastic group which has been active in our village for over 97 years combining traditional values with new ideas to reflect our ever changing world . Our meetings take place on the second Tuesday of every month in the Village Hall at 7.30 pm and include either a speaker, a demonstration and/or a hands-on activity. There is an update on WI matters and time to chat and meet new friends over tea/ coffee and occasionally, a glass of wine! We have a varied programme of speakers and organise daytime and evening activities between meetings, including lunches, evening meals and out for coffee/cocktail sessions– so it’s easy to get know everyone. We also have social events and outings like trips to the theatre and cinema and visits to local attractions. We support our local community through fundraising events and take part in Village activities. We have over 50 members of all ages and enjoy good company, make lasting friendships and have fun!
Our annual subscription is £50 ( from April 2026) and is on a sliding scale for newcomers throughout the year. Members pay £1 at the door for refreshments and a raffle ticket. Visitors are very welcome at a cost of £4.
Membership benefits include the national WI magazine 'WI Life', full voting rights, the county newsletter and admission to all WI activities.
East Leake is part of the National Federation of Women's Institutes and the Nottinghamshire Federation, for more information just click on the links below.
So why not come along and join us!
Just Contact Carolyn Barnett, Membership Secretary at carolynbarnett.eastleakewi@outlook.com for more information
Other useful links
Our Monthly Meetings this Year
| 2026 | |
| 12th May 2026 | Annual Meeting including debate and vote on this year’s national Campaign Resolution (Members only) |
| 9th June 2026 | LeicestershireConstabulary - Fraud Awareness Talk. Rebecca Spilane |
| 14th July | History of Melton Mowbray & the Famous Clare Read-O’Donnell |
| 11th August | Potty Plotters Talk Allotment Fun Elaine and Julia - Potty Plotters |
| 8th September | Canine Friends - Service Dogs Andrew Miles |
| 13th October | Smile Please, Say Cheese. Talk on cheese with tasting. Ian Rogerson |
| 10th November | Demonstration of Glass Mosaic and Sales Anne Kingham |
| 8th December | Christmas Festivities |
| 2027 | |
| 12th January | Fire Service Fire Safety Talk TBC |
| 9th February | Welcome to the Workhouse Jacki Allen |
| 9th March 2027 | From Fleece to Finish Angela Dewes |
| 13th April | Annual Quiz |
