FOTBOT Christmas Gala Fundraising Dinner

Join Friends of the British Overseas Territories volunteers and special guests for our annual Gala dinner in The Livery Hall at Vintners' Hall, in the heart of the Square Mile just steps from Cannon Street station. The Vintners' Company boasts a rich tapestry of historical connections with the wine trade, spanning centuries as one of London's oldest and most influential livery companies. Its origins as a guild dedicated to regulating wine quality and trade in medieval times have evolved into a contemporary institution that continues to uphold and celebrate the traditions of the wine industry. The Livery Hall is the original meeting place for members of the Company and very much the centrepiece of Vintners' Hall.

 We are delighted to confirm that our keynote speaker for the evening will be Baroness Foster of Aghadrumsee, former First Minister of Northern Ireland and FOTBOT Parliamentary Advisor.

Ticket Prices
Ticket prices include musical entertainment, two drinks on arrival, and a three-course dinner with wine, coffee, and chocolates. 

• Member Ticket: £129
• Member Group of 10: £1,290
• Non-Member Ticket: £159
• Ticket plus 12 months membership: £159
• Non-Member Group of 10: £1,590

Guests are welcome to upgrade their ticket with raffle tickets, Chairman’s Dice Game dice, and FOTBOT merchandise including cufflinks, a tie, or a scarf. Purchased FOTBOT merchandise items will be placed on your table upon arrival. 

Dress Code
Black Tie

Schedule
6:30pm - 7:25pm: Drinks Reception
7:30pm - 10:00pm: Three Course Dinner with Keynote Addresses
10:30pm: Carriages

Menu
Vintner's Hall is committed to sustainability and prioritises local produce for all events.

Starter
Smoked Duck
 celeriac and apple remoulade, burnt onions & wildfarmed sourdough

(V) Wild mushroom and roquefort tart
 mushroom ketchup, truffle and shallot dressing

Main Course
Highland Venison
carmelised chicory, boulangere potato, elderberry jus

(V) Pumpkin Cannelloni
puffed rice, truffle and sage

Dessert
Islands Chocolate Pot
chocolate brownie, blood orange

Please note that no refunds will be given for cancellations made 14 days or fewer before the event.