More about us

2017, now in our 91st year, we would love you to come and join us with our new programme about to start.

We are a fun, friendly and welcoming group with 30 members, many of whom live in Risby, others who live in Bury St Edmunds and the surrounding villages. We look forward to meeting up on a regular basis at our monthly meetings in Risby Village Hall, and often between meetings at local and Federation events. 

We have a varied annual programme which includes speakers, practical demonstrations and trips. There is something to suit all ages and interests.                  

Our evening usually begins with 'business' which includes news of forthcoming events. We then have a speaker/demonstrator/event  which is followed by refreshments, social time, natter and laughter! The evening is rounded off with a raffle, fun quiz or competition. The meeting ends around 9:30pm.

We have a monthly newsletter which is 'jam' packed with news, articles, poetry, photography, a quiz, recipes, top tips, events in the area and much more. Members are invited to join in with what they choose - if they would like to help with refreshments, provide a flower arrangement at one of the meeting's, contribute to a newsletter in some way, share an idea for a future meeting or join the enthusiastic committee we welcome any support or just come along and enjoy the evening it is up to you.

We have a notice board at the village hall which gives further information about our programme of events, our community fundraising, current projects, the WI Denman College and history of the WI.  We also display our monthly newsletter and Suffolk West Federation Magazine.

New members of all ages are very welcome. If you are interested in coming along or want to know more, please contact our President, Julie Higgins on julie@hjulie.co.uk or 01281 811499, or contact the Federation office on 01284 336645 or office.swfwi@gmail.com .... or you are welcome to come along on the 2nd Thursday of the month and join us 'The Risby WI of Inspiring Women'

We look forward to welcoming you!