The speaker for the evening was then introduced, and Gabriella La Foley entertained us to a very clever rendition of some favourite tunes accompanied by her ukelele and many hilarious anecdotes and narratives. She took us on a very imaginative tour of the Northern Hemisphere and included her Spotted Dick song, her swimming costume saga and her version of the Williams Tell Overture. There was a great deal of laughter and the evening was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

She claimed that a performer is only as good as the audience and thanked us for making her brilliant. We definitely didn’t argue with that!

She was thanked by ‘Saint’ Rosemary, who had put the country back on its feet. It certainly turned out nice again.

Gabriella then judged the competition for a table decoration which was won by Linda E, with Esther second and Margaret W third.

The evening was rounded off by a very plentiful and delicious shared supper provided by members.

Our next meeting will be held on Thursday 8th January 2026 at 7:15 p.m. at Pant Memorial Institute.

We always welcome new members or anyone interested in coming along and finding out more – please just turn up or contact us at pantwi1931@gmail.com.

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Over the year speakers had covered a wide range of subjects from the challenges of providing medical care at Camp Bastion in Afghanistan, the success story of ospreys breeding in the Dyfi valley, the impact of climate change on farming, protecting against cybercrime, through to the ancient trees of Shropshire. During the year, members enjoyed a fascinating variety of topics and looked forward to more of the same for their 2026 programme.

Their show committee goes from strength to strength, with successes at both the Oswestry Show in August and the WI Day at Shrewsbury Abbey in September being celebrated. The latter event saw an entry in every single class – both individual and co-operative – being submitted.

The competition cups were awarded, with Caroline Buxton winning first place and receiving the Glenys Evans Cup. In second place, and receiving the WI Cup, was Jane Thompson. Eiry Roberts was in third place.

The elections followed, and Sandra Tindle stepped down as President. She was thanked by the members for all her hard work and commitment over the last three years. Janet Jones agreed to become President and was duly elected. Jane Wood resigned from the committee, and four new members were welcomed: Margaret Edwards, Esther Marot, Anne Kynaston and Jean Hurrell. Jean was also elected as Treasurer.

Pant WI meets on the first Thursday of every month at 7.15pm at Pant Memorial Institute. New members or anyone who is interested in coming along and finding out more, please get in touch at pantwi1931@gmail.com. At their December meeting, they will welcome Gabriela La Foley for an evening of festive entertainment.

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