Recent Events
May Report
At our monthly meeting Sue Marshfield entertained us with her highly amusing
tales of “The Lighter Side of Life”. Sue has visited us on several occasions
and never fails to get us rolling about with laughter.
On the following Friday evening Tibberton & Taynton ladies were hosting the
Annual May Hill Group Rally. Members from neighbouring institutes joined us
for this splendid shared evening. Our County Vice Chairman, Glenda Ford,
told us about forthcoming events and in particular the celebration of 90
years of the Gloucestershire Federation which will take place in Tewkesbury
Abbey next year.
The Guest Speaker, for the evening, was George Yiend accompanied by his wife
Frances. Laurie Lee’s ‘Cider with Rosie’ was the subject and after George
had given us the background of Laurie Lee’s life in the village of Slad near
Stroud, he recounted the verse from Cider with Rosie taking us through
Laurie Lee’s childhood. George’s rendition was brilliant, his accent was
perfect and the stories so amusing, Frances played her keyboard and sang
during the intervals of the entertainment.
The results of a competition to display a “Healthy Lifestyle Picnic” were
then announced. The judge was very impressed by the standard set and the
final marks were very close. The Rose Bowl was presented to Highnam WI, with
Tibberton & Taynton coming second and Rudford, Highleadon & Churcham tying
with May Hill for third place. All this excitement over, it was time to tuck
into a delicious supper with a choice of cider or apple juice highlighting
the Cider with Rosie theme.
"T&T Healthy Picnic Competition Entry"
The following morning, to prove that T & T ladies have lots of stamina, a
group of us were out walking along the canal and river at Slimbridge. We
strolled past the monument in memory of the decaying Severn barges scattered
along the banks of the estuary, and viewed the remains of the original
Severn Railway bridge. The marina was a lively scene with boat owners
tending their colourful craft. A splendid pub lunch at the Pier View Hotel
rounded off this welcome breath of fresh air.
"Kents Green Walk"
Forthcoming events for Tibberton & Taynton W.I.
Wednesday, 4th June is the date
of our next evening walk. A leisurely stroll over Stallion Hill and skirting
the south edge of Newent. 6.30 pm start at Woodlands, Anthony’s Cross. Give
Angela Danby a ring if you need directions 01531 820761.
Our next meeting takes place on June 18th when Liz Godsell will be telling
us all about making and tasting cheeses.
Saturday, 21st June we will be walking on the Tewkesbury area with Joyce and
Arthur Clive. This time we meet at 9.30 am at Orchard Rise, Tibberton.
Saturday, 5th July we will be having a Sailing Taster Day at The Cotswold
Water Park. Who says we are all Jam and Jerusalem?