Reception & Dinner - Vintners' Hall

Wednesday 23rd January 2019

Start: 7.30 pm | Finish: 10.30 pm

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For his first dinner of the new year the Master has chosen Vintners' Hall. The Livery Hall was the original meeting place for members of the Company and was built in 1671; it still retains the original C17th carvings and it is in these historic surroundings that we will enjoy a sparkling reception and a traditional three-course dinner with wine, port, toasts and the Loving Cup Ceremony. The Master's guest speaker is Colonel Sir Neil Thorne OBE TD DL, former Member of Parliament for Ilford South and Life President of the charity "Children in Distress". This event follows our welcome ceremony for new members, who may wish to continue their celebrations by attending this lovely dinner.

PROSPECTIVE MEMBER OFFER! We are currently offering a special opportunity for members to invite a prospective member to a Guild Dinner. Not only will we offer a warm welcome, we will refund half the cost of their ticket when they join the Guild. There are 20 of these special tickets available on a first-come first-served basis and can be applied to this dinner at Vintners' Hall. Please contact the Clerk to apply for these special tickets so that she can be sure to follow up with your prospective member.

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