President Christine handed over the Chain of Office to Ann Holland, Christine wished Ann well for the coming year ahead.

President Ann Holland  -  Congratulations

Ann presented Christine with a thank you card and a beautiful handbag and pashima as a memento of her year as President.

Warsop, Shirebrook and District Rotary President, André Camilleri brought greetings and well wishes from his club.

President Ann then introduced her committee members.

Unfortunately Julia Wright (speaker finder) and Cynthia Parsons (almoner) were not able to attend this meeting

Warsop Carnival

This years Carnival was very well supported once again, the weather was good and our refreshment marquee was very busy.

President Ann's charity this year is Arthritis Research UK and the proceeds from the Carnival refreshment marquee are to be donated to this charity

We served home made cakes and sausage rolls, teas and coffees it was hard work but very enjoyable and also profitable!  I think we made a profit in excess of £900 - well worth the hard work and a very good start to Ann's Year

Members Lynn, Doreen and June were also stewards for the Flower Marquee

Pam and Christine having a break before the crowds arrive

Christine Fretwell is seen here collecting the Trophy for most outstanding Flower arranger in the Floral Art Competition - well done Christine

President Ann and many members went on a walk around Boon Hills Farm , home to member, Lesley Palmer.

The weather was fabulous and everyone had a memorable time.  Member Ajit Singh had her sister staying with her so she enjoyed the walk and friendship also.

After the walk the ladies had lunch at Langwith Community Hall and then went to view the Flower festival and Well Dressing at Holy Cross Church.

All members of Warsop Inner Wheel and Warsop Rotary Clubs were invited to the home of John and Christine Fretwell for the "End of year Party"

Despite the weather a good time was had by all and Christine provided an excellent buffet.

President Ann and President Andre from Warsop,  Shirebrook and District  Rotary Club gave thanks.

District Changeover at Civic Centre Mansfield

Outgoing District Chairman Elaine hands over the chain of office to newly inducted District Chairman, Sue Curley.

Sue is pictured here with the District Executive Committee;

Many members of Warsop Inner Wheel attended a charity event for the League of Friends.

The event was held in "Sheila's Award Winning Garden"  it was a very enjoyable afternoon with wine and nibbles served outside.

District Chairman Sue Curley came to our August meeting at the Hostess Restaurant, she is pictured here with president Ann Holland.

Sue told us about her family and life with friends in Rotary and Inner Wheel, she wished that we should all enjoy Inner Wheel and have fun.

Member Sue Goad and her husband Richard hosted approx 26 members for lunch in Teversal Manor Rooms.

Members were greeted by Sue and Richard with a Bucks Fizz before setting out for a walk around the Teversal Trail arranged by Marjorie Zillwood.

The weather was good and much friendship and enjoyment was had by all, we had a short break to get our breath back at the highest point  of the Trail and had our photo taken in front of the Statue of the Miner.

On our return we were provided with a fabulous two course lunch with wine prepared and served by Sue, Richard and their son-in-law Sayeed.

After lunch we were privileged to look around Teversal Manor Gardens.

At our monthly meeting this month President Ann warmly greeted Kathryn Leverett who is the Regional Fundraising manager for Arthritis Research UK.

Kathryn gave us a very informative talk which made us ware of the facts that; 10 million people visit their GP last year with Arthritis and related conditions; there are 200 different forms of Arthritis; every year 15.000 children suffer from Arthritis; over £23 million is needed to maintain medical research with 87p in the pound being spent on the cause and yet only 2% of people in this country have ever heard of Arthritis Research UK – amazing facts.

Three members and partners attended the Inner Wheel Club of Kirkby in Ashfield's "Red Tie and Tiara" ball held at the John Fretwell Centre.

 Christine Fretwell, Jane Poole and Sue Pasierb are pictured here with Kirby President Anne Woodhouse.

Many members attended the home of President Ann to prepare for the coffee morning event to be held later that week

Members are seen here "ticketing up" for the tombola

President Ann hosted a coffee morning at John Fretwell Centre to raise money for Arthritis research UK

The morning was well supported by local residents and local Inner Wheel Clubs. District Chairman, Sue Curley and Immediate Past Association President Pam McConnell also supported the event and it was good to see them.

Tea. coffee and home made cakes were served by our members Sue Goad, Terry Newton and Shirley Townroe.

Stalls included ;

Tombola

Arthritis Research

Bric-a-brac

Books and magazines

Sue's Dress Agency

Individual card designs

Name the Teddy................................................

and guess who won that - yes - District Chairman, Sue Curley!!  Sue is pictured here receiving the Teddy from Cynthia Parsons who ran this event.

8 members walked around Clumber Park on a social morning organised by Marjorie Zillwood

The weather was perfect and the group had a very enjoyable walk around the lake with a break for lunch in the National Trust cafe on site.

We also found, and picked,  some fabulous red mushrooms with white spots on, very pretty but not edible!!

Rotary District 1220 Conference at Scarborough.

Members of Warsop Inner Wheel are pictured here with Rotary President André Camilleri  and his partner, Jackie, after a pre dinner reception in their room.

At the monthly meeting President Ann welcomed Chad Editor, Tracey Powell who spoke to us about her career in journalism.

Also at the meeting Ann welcomed guest, Susan Gillis who is daughter of member Doreen Granger and also Vice President of Thane Inner Wheel Club.

Member Marjorie Zillwood organised a raffle to raise money for District Charity, Arthritis Research UK , Ruth Ullyott won the flower arrangement donated by Marjorie.

World Arthritis Day

Members of Warsop Inner Wheel organised  a walk and lunch to celebrate "World Arthritis Day"

Members wore an orange corsage for the walk and Ajit Singh provided a lunch of soup and roll, all money raised will go towards the District Charity; Arthritis Research UK

Overseas Officer, Jan Strachan and Secretary, Anne Lyons attended Alfreton's Overseas Interclub Lunch and they are pictured here with Di Sardesai who id the District Overseas Officer.

President Ann and three members, Christine Fretwell, Barbara Harding and Doreen Granger attended Ravenshead Charter at Evergreen restaurant, Ransome Wood, Mansfield.

President Ann and 5 members attended Retford Charter held at The Bell at Barnby Moor.

Members Christine Fretwell and Anne Lyons went on the Ravenshead Overseas Charity walk.

Also pictured with Christine and Anne are Lesley Wilson and Andrew from Ravenshead Rotary Club.

President Ann and members held a tombola event at Thoresby Craft Fare to raise money for Arthritis Research UK

The Annual NSPCC Lunch was held at the Civic Centre, Mansfield.

Members Gloria Humphrey,  Anne Lyons, Barbara Harding, Judy Elliott, Pam Easter, Lynne Goff, Christine Fretwell and Terry Newton are pictured here with friend Lesley Wilson, Past District Chairman Mary Pay and President of Sherwood Forest Club, Shirley Isard.

Member Ruth Ullyott held a coffee morning at her home to raise money for Arthritis Research UK

Ruth welcomed guests into her home with President Ann and member Doreen Granger.

Member Lesley Palmer sold home made cakes.

Gwynne was selling hand crafted jewellery.

Anne had a card and gift wrap stall.

A fabulous display of soft furnishings were available.

Sue had her Dress Agency.

President Ann and Doreen sold raffle tickets.

Member Anne Lyons sold tickets for a Gin Bottle.

Member Christine Fretwell sold Christmas Flower Arrangements.

Sue Goad and Angela Price are pictured her serving refreshments in the kitchen - helped by many other members who are not in the picture.

And some members just enjoyed the ambiance of the day and rightly so!  Books were available to buy in this room where people sat with a coffee and browsed through them.

Pictured here with Sue are Sharon Smith and terry Newton ( kitchen staff for the day! )

Gwynne won the bottle of Gin and very kindly donated it back for another fund raising event - thank you to Gwynne.

President Ann is pictured here drawing the raffle prizes

The event mad in excess of £700 for Arthritis Research so a big thank you to Ruth.

39th Charter at The Hostess Restaurant, Sookeholme.

President Ann welcomed everyone to Warsop's 39th Charter.

Ann is pictured here with her "rock" Brian  who presented her with these beautiful flowers.

The room looked lovely - Ann had chosen African Violets for the table decorations with lilac napkins and a violet theme for the top table arrangements (exquisitely done by member Marjorie Zillwood)

District Chairman Sue is pictured here with Ann and below is a group with President Ann, District Chairman Sue, Brian, Vice President Marlene and secretary Anne.

Secretary Anne Lyons gave the apologies and roll call, she also read out greeting from overseas Inner Wheel members sent to us via our face book site.

Past President Doreen Granger said grace.

Christine Fretwell lit the candle for the past.

President Ann lit the candle for the present

Doreen Powell lit the candle for the future

Jan Strachan lit the candle for International Inner Wheel.

Brian Holland gave the Loyal Toast.

Rotary President André Camilleri brought greetings from Warsop, Shirebrook and District Rotary Club.

The fabulous entertainment was provided by "Well Versed" and compliments were given by the majority of guests.

The Vote of thanks was given by Sheila Laycock from the Inner Wheel Club of Worksop.

Christine Fretwell arranged flowers in Warsop Church in memory of past members

Below are a few photos of the night...............

President Ann and 16 members attended Retford's Friendship Evening at The Old Bell Barnby Moor.

Ann is pictured here with President Marion Tasker of Retford Club and District Chairman Sue Curley.

Everyone was entertained by Artist Margaret Clarkson

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Remembrance Sunday. 

Past President Christine Fretwell along with André Camilleri, President of Warsop and District Rotary Club, attended the service at the Cenotaph in Warsop.

They are pictured here with the wreathes from our clubs and afterwards with the Cenotaph and the Welbeck Brass Band in the back ground.

A joint fashion show was held at the John Fretwell Centre by Warsop Inner Wheel and Francesca Page ladies wear shop in Warsop.

President Ann opened the evening with a big welcome to everyone attending and announced that the proceeds of the event would be split between ARC and Meningitis Research UK.

Before the fashion show began guests enjoyed a light sandwich supper and a chance to socialise.

Fiona from Francesca Page thanked everyone for attending, the models for their hard work and the ladies in the audience for their support over the last three years whilst she has been in business in Warsop.

We all enjoyed a fabulous fashion show and went home with plenty of ideas for Christmas outfits!!

Secretary Anne Lyons and her husband Phil along with Junior Vice President Barbara Harding and her husband John attended Chesterfield Scarsdale Inner Wheel charter at the B2Net stadium in Chesterfield

The morning of the 24th President Ann attended Warsop Ladies Probus Sherry and Mince Pie Morning with stalls, tombola, raffle, refreshments etc.

This event was held  at The Tudor Barn Warsop

Ann is pictured here in front of the Christmas tree with Doreen Granger then underneath with Cynthia Parsons.

The last photo shows Ann with Pat Ashton and Christine Fretwell all enjoying a coffee.

President Ann has had a busy day and in the afternoon she attended the home of Overseas Organiser, Jan Strachan for a knit and natter.

At this event members made 45 Joy bags and 20 baby bundles which Jan is going to deliver to the Police Aid Convoy for distribution.

The team also mad up a bran tub to be used on the Warsop Christmas night.

Well done girls!

Members of Warsop Inner Wheel joined members of Warsop, Shirebrook and District Rotary Club at Warsop Christmas market.

We had a bran tub for children and the Rotary club had a "Santa's Grotto" with Rotarian Ted Smith playing Santa.

Christmas celebrations were held at Rose Cottage Edwinstowe this year.

The majority of members attended and a fabulous evening of fun and fellowship.

The meal was a bit "Fawlty Towers" in as much as we waited for long periods of time in between courses and we didn't necessarily get just what we had ordered!!  However our waiter Dave, entertained us all evening with his cheery smile and attitude - nothing was too much trouble for him and because of him we laughed all night - Thank you Dave.

Important to mention - when we did get the food - it was very good!

President Ann thanked everyone for attending and Joan Pepperday gave a toast to Inner Wheel.

10th January

World Inner Wheel celebrations were held at the home of Jean Nock and attended by many members of the club.

A lunch of soup and sandwiches was served and a raffle and "bring and buy" stall generated a bit of money towards charity.  This was a very happy and social occasion to celebrate this wonderful world wide organistion.

Rotary President André Camilleri came to speak to our club members tonight on the subject of hypnotherapy and relaxation.

His talk was interesting and informative,  he gave us hints and tips on sleeping, relaxing and trying to control how the mind works to overcome difficult times.

He is pictured here with President Ann and below with members Barbara Harding, Anne Benison and Gloria Humphrey handing out advice leaflets.