This year's annual August outing took members, friends and companions of Elstead Afternoon W.I. on a trip to Windsor. Organised by Venetia Pierce, the highlight of the day was a leisurely tour of Windsor Castle. A free audio guide was available for each person, together with a plan of the castle, giving a choice of route with brief historical explanations at designated points along the way. The Lower Ward includes the magnificent St. George's Chapel, leading to the route towards the State Apartments via the North Terrace in the Middle Ward. Continuing past the Round Tower leads on to the Queen Mary's Dolls' House, the Drawings Gallery and the State Apartments. The private apartments are in the Upper Ward with a formal garden within the castle boundary and extensive views overlooking Frogmore Garden beyond.

After the tour there was free time to take a picnic or indulge in a full lunch, sail away on a river trip, feed the many swans and ducks on the river or just potter around the town. `A great day was had by all!'

Fifty members attended a most enjoyable 'Baked Potato lunch' at Eve Hall's home on 11^th July and the proceeds will be donated to the Elstead Pavilion Fund.

President Anne Moon invited all committee members and husbands to a 'thank you lunch' on 1^st August. Anne is due to spend some time in hospital and everyone wishes her a very speedy recovery. Also, Joan Dalton has broken her arm in an unfortunate accident and everyone sends best wishes for a speedy recovery .

The next meeting in the Village Hall is on 7^th September when Mr N. Riley speaks about `Public Speaking - It's a Laugh!'