Walking has been an integral part of the life of Denstone W.I. for over twenty-five years. The first walks took place on Sunday afternoons and, as now, were always for family and friends. An annual Christmas walk, held around New Year, used to range far and wide ,with the distance covered being approximately ten to twelve miles. Nowadays , these walks tend to be nearer home, lunch is brought by car and we walk about six to seven miles! For a number of years our walks have taken place during the long summer evenings; they are usually very local but it is amazing to discover what lies on our doorstep. These evenings culminate in a supper which makes all the hard work very worthwhile! Walking is an activity to be enjoyed by everyone and the members and friends of Denstone W I do that at every opportunity.
Next walk with Wendy & Joyce Monday 28th August 6pm @ Armitage Farm
October 19th Uttoxeter Heritage Walk
New Year Walk with Wendy 13th January 2024
Craft Group
The Craft Club is held on one Monday each month, All our members are very welcome to come along. People who have a particular skill or are willing to share their expertise or ideas are always encouraged. It does not matter if you are an expert or a beginner, or simply wish to meet new friends over a cup of tea or coffee, you are welcome to come along for the experience. Previous examples of our creative ventures have included watercolour painting, ribbon craft, sugar craft, origami, Chinese calligraphy, quilting, knitting poppies and daffodils, learning to crochet, decorative box making, Christmas decorations, knitting plastic bags, mask making, salt dough sculpting, card making, and costume creation. Come and join us!
Games group
We have recently initiated an Activity Club which is aimed at physical activities. We don't have a set day each month when this happens, nor does it take place every month, but rather we arrange the next activity on a day that best suits the individual members who wish to take part. We have, so far, played table tennis, gone ten pin bowling and enjoyed a darts evening.
Monday 7th August Games Evening Wootton Cricket Club 6pm
Wed 16th August Bowling Denstone Bowling Club 6pm