PONTYCLUN WI

meet in the Community Hall, on the third Tuesday of the month, at 7.00pm

In the last three years, membership has grown to 64, and this reflects the growing interest in a lively, friendly and outgoing WI. Pontyclun won the Welsh recruitment award in 2003 and were placed third in Wales and first in Glamorgan in 2004.

A wide range of thought-provoking and entertaining speakers are arranged, followed by social time and enjoyment of a good cup of Yorkshire tea.

Members take part in a variety of courses and study days, ranging from watercolour painting and line-dancing, via outdoor and indoor bowling exercise. Denman College is supported by Bursary awards. other activities include visits to theatres and gardens, and walking. A monthly Sunday lunch is arranged for members on their own.

The Banner, made in the early 1970s, depicts the bridge over the River Clun, (hence Pontyclun). It was designed by Don Beard, husband of the one-time Treasurer and Secretary, Ivy Beard, and was worked in felt collage, mostly by Sybil Morgan and Lucy Thomas.