The Annual Banquet

 SOLD OUT! 

(waiting list available in the event of cancellations)

6.45pm for 7.30pm, Friday 20 October 2023
Barber-Surgeons' Hall, London EC2Y 5BL

Guild members and their guests are invited to the Annual Banquet 2023, which will be held at Barber-Surgeons' Hall by kind permission of the Master and Wardens of the Worshipful Company of Barbers. This glittering evening is one of the highlights of the Guild's year and a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the fabulous hospitality of a City banquet.

The evening will start with a drinks reception while guests enjoy the ornate surroundings of Barber-Surgeons' Hall, followed by a sumptuous three-course dinner with wines, port, petits fours, and coffee. We are delighted that the former Lord Mayor, and Past President of the Guild, Alderman Dr Sir Andrew Parmley will be giving the response speech in his capacity as Representative Lord Mayor. Afterwards, members and guests will decamp to a nearby venue to continue the festivities.

The dress code is black tie with livery badges and decorations, national dress, or mess dress for serving officers. Livery-affiliated members are encouraged to wear their livery badges and other decorations.

For those who have never been to a City dinner before and are unfamiliar with what to expect, we encourage you to take a look at this page on our website for a handy guide: https://youngfreemen.org/a-beginners-guide-to-attending-a-banquet/

We expect tickets will sell out fast for this event so book early to avoid disappointment.

Early bird tickets priced at £110.00 each are available until 30th September 2023. 
Full price tickets priced at £120.00 each will be available from Sunday 1st to Wednesday 11th October 2023.

Guild members are welcome to bring friends, family, and other guests to this event. Names of guests must be provided during the checkout process.
Please note that refunds (less a £5.00 administration fee per ticket) cannot be offered after 30th September 2023.