The West Moors Women’s Institute’s Christmas lunch was a dual celebration to mark 100 years since its formation in December 1921.

Around 50 members and guests from local WI groups gathered in West Moors Memorial Hall for the occasion and the meeting began with the traditional singing of Jerusalem – first set to music in 1916 and used by the Suffragettes before being adopted as the WI’s anthem Longest-standing member, Joyce Williams, then unveiled a certificate and plaque before attendees tucked into a delicious ‘bring-and-share’ lunch. Members praised the friendship and chatting that went on between members and guests.

Children from St Mary’s school visited and sang a lovely selection of carols and festive songs, there was a cake cutting ceremony, a quiz and a raffle to round-off the day.

Sheila Davies, West Moors WI president, said: “We were really pleased we could celebrate our centenary with a party like this.

“It hasn’t been the centenary year we were expecting but we hope to hold more open events in 2022. “New members are always welcome and we’ve had several women join in the months since we reopened.”

For information about meetings, contact Sheila Davies 07813 436665 or Penny Gaines, 01202 875714.