The Yorkshire Countrywomen's Association (YCA) came into existence in 1983 to promote companionship, crafting and the importance of community. With over 45 branches throughout Yorkshire, the Association brings together ladies from all walks of life, generations and background, frequently resulting in long lasting friendships. It is Yorkshire's largest social association for ladies of all ages.

The Bishop Monkton & Burton Leonard branch started in 1985 and meet on the first Thursday of every month at 2 p.m. at  St. Leonard's Hall, Burton Leonard, when new members are always warmly welcomed. There are currently 18 members who pay an annual subscription of £20 per annum.

The branch's aim is to provide a variety of  entertaining speakers throughout the year that will help broaden outlooks. It also chooses, on a year by year basis, a charity to help and support by way of a donation plus a percentage of profits from fund raising events.  As a rural association, the club also supports Medical Aid for Ukraine, under the banner "Pennies for Friendship-your pennies count".

If you would be interested in attending a meeting please contact:

Chairman- Kath Wilks:                 Tel: 01765 677718

Secretary- Susan Chisem:           Tel: 01765 677268

Treasurer- Christine Irving:         Tel: 01765 677231                             

The committee meets on average three times a year, as well as acting as hostesses at the Annual General Meeting. Two members act as tea hostesses at the monthly meetings, supplying a raffle prize, milk and biscuits, making the tea and generally being 'hostesses' for that meeting.

Programme 2025

All meetings are held at St. Leonard's Hall, Burton Leonard, at 2 p.m. unless otherwise stated

Thursday Aug 7th:    Michael Cooper presenting the comedic songs of Flanders & Swann.

Thursday July 3rd:   Trip to Flamborough. Cost £31, including bus & two course lunch.

Thursday June 5:     Denise Adlard: Your Mattress & Bed Bugs.

Wednesday May 7:  Open Evening Burton Leonard Village Hall  7 - 7.30 pm

                                   Celebration of VE Day with Seraphicwise (Voices of Angels)

                                   Tickets £8 to include glass of wine/juice and refreshments

Thursday April 3:      Dianne:  "Prickly Pig Hedgehog"    

Thursday March 6 :   Bill Tatlow: 'Man's Second Best Friend' 

Saturday March 8:     Coffee Morning      10.00 a.m. - Noon 

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Other Activities.

Coffee Morning: usually held in September

Open Meeting: an annual meeting in May, usually held in the evening, and open to everyone. Members are asked to provide a plate of food to share with guests.

Outings:  there are two outings each year to destinations suggested by members.

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40th Anniversary Celebrations, Thursday July 3rd.

To celebrate the club's 40th Anniversary, members and guests enjoyed a lovely day out to Flamborough Head with a stop en route in Helmsley followed by an excellent lunch at the North Star Hotel in Flamborough.