Throughout the year, Margate WI organises public events and takes part in many other community-based activities as well. 

The money raised from the events we hold, is invaluable in helping to keep our group going, and to fund activities for our members. We also use these public events to raise cash for our chosen good cause of the year.

Time to dust off those sleigh bells….

The weather outside might be frightful, so join us somewhere delightful – and get into the festive spirit with the return of our free shopping event. 

The Margate WI Christmas Fayre will be held on Saturday 6 December 2025 and is set against the retro background of the wonderful Roller Disco at Dreamland. It aims to provide the perfect opportunity for people to pick up unique and thoughtful Christmas gifts, as well as meet the talented makers and find out the stories behind them.

The WI elves have been working hard to track down a brilliant selection of artists, makers and independent businesses. Expect stalls filled with greeting cards and illustrations, jewellery, sweet treats, coastal inspired gifts, bright and beautiful homewares, fabric and yarn goods, handmade clothing, and much much more. 

Aided by other community groups, one or two surprises are also being planned to help spread festive cheer as well as entertain all those who attend (More will be revealed closer to the time!).

Our tombola is back for people to try their luck at winning prizes, while helping local good causes at the same time. Funds raised from this stall will benefit Margate WI’s good cause of the year, the Free Books for Schools campaign, which is run by The Margate Bookshop. 

There will also be an opportunity to find out more about Margate WI and the work our charity does to help the community, including our campaigns and assisting Thanet’s baby bank, Mama to Mama. 

We will also be working with organisers of other events being held on the same day, to help signpost people towards having the loveliest Christmas ever!

Follow @Margate WI on Facebook and Instagram to find out more. 

Margate WI Christmas Fayre runs from 11am to 4pm and has free admission. 

• Interested in hiring a stall at our fayre? Contact Us for pricing and availability.