Keith Saunders

Following a busy year, the members of Abbotts Ann WI had a relaxed December meeting. Pat Balam and Wendy Casson had kindly gathered together various snippets of information, amusing anecdotes and poignant memories with Christmas as the obvious theme. With help from a few other members, and with just one evening’s rehearsal, they were ready …

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The owner of Loosehanger Cheeses gave an interesting talk on how cheese is made and finished this off with a lovely tasting session. This small company is a true artisan cheese maker employing just seven people and all cheeses are handmade as witnessed from the photographs and presentation by its owner. Quite a few of …

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It may well be the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012, but for Abbotts Ann WI 2011 is positively sparkling at the moment! In September Jeremy France explained to us the importance of the cut, clarity and colour of that much admired jewel and courtesy of Tim Tayler this month we heard all about Thomas “Diamond” …

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Members of Abbotts Ann WI may be a little more discerning about jewellery containing diamonds, since this month’s meeting. Winchester Jeweller, Jeremy France, came along to give us the benefit of his many years of experience. Indeed his expertise is often called upon by Winchester Crown Court. We learnt that whilst two rings may be …

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At the beginning of this month there was the chance to relax in the lovely Somerset countryside as members along with family and friends explored Tyntesfield, now owned by the National Trust and located on a ridge overlooking the Vale of Nailsea, just seven miles from Bristol. The sun shone as we toured the house, …

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