Following the formation of the Folk House Association in 1977, groups of members got together on a weekly basis, attending various organised activities such as art class, pottery, local history, wine making and gardening to name just a few. It was felt that it would be a good idea to set up a social section within the Association for members to get together after their classes to discuss and organise various events along with the odd glass of beer or two.

There was also another advantage with having a social section - an opportunity to raise additional revenue to support the Association funds and offset some of the annual costs incurred.