Village History St Cynog's Church World War I
Meeting: 9th July, 2014
What a hectic week for Llangynog WI members! Firstly, a glorious Wednesday afternoon found us at Llanymynech canal wharf, where the WI Centenary Baton arrived in style, on “The Duchess Countess”. The barge approached to the strains of Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau (Land of My Fathers), led by members of theTanat Dyffryn WI Choir.


The Tanat Dyffryn WI Choir

After the ceremonial handover of the baton from the Shropshire Federation Chairman to our own Federation Chairman, Amanda Willday, the choir entertained us further with a selection of songs. We were also kept amused by Sue Blower, Montgomery Town Crier, whilst enjoying tea, Welsh cakes and bara brith in the afternoon sun. center>

Rowena Morris and Mary McKenzie modelling felt hats!

Llangynog members, Hazel Owen and Mary McKenzie singing with the Tanat Dyffryn WI Choir

The fun continued that evening at our monthly meeting with a fascinating, hands-on demonstration of felt-making and creative felt work, by Rowena Morris. The meeting was rounded off with a splendid spread provided by Cath Williams and Ann Morgan.

Janet Burton and Mary McKenzie enjoying a cream tea at the Baton Bash!

Sunday was another exciting day for us with the Centenary Baton Bash at Coed-y-Dinas, where we celebrated the ten decades since the WI was formed in 1915.