A message from our President

Welcome to Albric WI, an organisation shaped by its members.  We set out to give women a voice and pride ourselves on being a trusted place for all women of all generations, to share experiences and to learn from each other.

I have been a WI member for 12 years, firstly in Gloucestershire and now in Shropshire and have enjoyed many interesting events, and have learnt new skills along the way.  I was elected as President of Albric in February 2022, and during that time we have witnessed the movement continue to move ‘with the times’, especially with technology – although this is still an area that some of our members find daunting!!!

We offer many social, fun and educational events, both locally and as part of The Federation. Apart from our monthly meetings, members have the opportunity to take part in our Craft and Walking Groups.    We also have an active Outings Group, which includes theatre trips, lunch or supper outings, craft days and visits to local places of interest.  The WI provides all kinds of opportunities, especially if you are new to the area.

Did you know that the WI is the largest voluntary women’s organization in the UK with over 6,000 WI’s nationwide.

So come along and give us a go – it’s not all ‘Jam and Jerusalem’.

Our new President being presented with her badge

About Us

Albric is the medieval name of our village Albrighton.

Albric WI is all about
Learning and creating
Being useful and enjoying life
Reacting to local, national and international
Issues which are important to us
Caring for our members and the community

ALBRIC was chosen as the name of our Institute when it was formed in 1967.  We meet in The Church Centre, High Street, Albrighton on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm except August.  Subscriptions for 2026/27 will be £54.00 which includes a monthly newsletter and 8 issues of WI Life magazine.  Visitors are allowed 3 visits, £5.00 per visit.

Albric is an enthusiastic group of like minded women of all ages who enjoy the fun and friendship of others in a mutually supportive and caring environment.  We are part of the Shropshire Federation of Women’s Institutes (SFWI), with 3,000 members over 100 WI’s, ranging in size from 20 – 70 members, with two virtual WI’s.  As well as, the National Federation of Women’s Institutes (NFWI).

With approximately 210,000 members nationally, the WI is widely recognised as a powerful force for positive change.  Since the first mandate was passed in 1918, the WI has continued campaigning and raising awareness on issues of local, national and international concern, and have campaigned on important issues such as equal pay, the decline in rural services, international concerns such as global warming and the trafficking of women and children, plus many more.  We are a voluntary organisation and give freely and generously of our time, are welcoming and hold respect to our Institute and the whole community.

Whilst respecting the past, we strive to embrace the future using new technology and communication that is available to us hoping to give every member personal satisfaction in the activities they choose.  We continue to attract women of all ages and to use and develop our successful template for the future.

ALBRIC WI – WHERE FRIENDSHIPS BEGIN