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SUMMARY:Summer Lunch at Lord's Cricket Ground
DESCRIPTION:Lord’s\, in leafy St John’s Wood\, is the spiritual home of the cricketing world. Owned and managed by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC)\, the iconic ground boasts some pretty amazing architecture\, including the ornate Victorian-era Pavilion\, which dominates one end of the field. \nMany Members are avid cricket followers and regular visitors there\, but even for those who are not\, a trip to Lord’s is to enter a different and extremely interesting world. \nWe are going as guests of the MCC on a day when no matches are being played\,  so we should have the place largely to ourselves. We will start with a tour of the ground and then of the Lord’s Museum\, which houses the original Ashes Urn\, amongst many other treasures\, before repairing to the Writing Room\, overlooking the main cricket square\, for lunch. \nThe meal will be the usual three courses\, with all the trimmings\, and our guest speaker will be the famous England international bowler and latterly\, England selector\, Angus Fraser. Gus played 87 times for England\, and remains the all-time most successful bowler in the West Indies\, which was quite a feat when one recalls that in his era it was home to the most fearsome team on the international circuit. \nGus was also a long-time giant of the Middlesex County team which included such other greats as Mike Brearley\, Andrew Strauss\, Mike Gatting\, and Phil Edmonds. He followed up his stellar England career by first Captaining the County and then\, after a spell as cricket correspondent for The Independent\, serving as a highly successful Director of Cricket for 12 years\, during which he won an especially nail-biting County Championship final in 2016. \nToday\, Gus is Director of the cricketing charity\, Middlesex in the Community\, which the Livery has long supported. He will be talking to us about the big issues in the game at present\, what the future may hold and the important work of his charity. He has also kindly agreed to take questions. \nSadly\, the Writing Room only seats 60\, so you may need to book promptly to avoid disappoint. Dress for this event is always “Summer Garden Party” (ie jacket/blazer and tie for men – no jeans – and the equivalent for ladies.) Guests are most welcome and places cost £129. \n\nTickets are being sold through Ticket Tailor.\nThe change to Ticket Tailor is necessary\, as the online system we have been using is no longer working reliably. Orders and invoices are being lost\, seemingly randomly\, which is causing issues for the delivery of events.\nPlease note: this system requires payment to complete the booking.  \nIf you are unable to order online\, please contact Clare Ferrar on clareferrar@accountantslivery.org and she can process the order for you. \n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE
URL:https://accountantslivery.org/event/summer-lunch-at-lords-cricket-ground/
LOCATION:Lord’s Cricket Ground\, St John's Wood Road\, London\, NW8 8QN
CATEGORIES:Lunch,Tour
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SUMMARY:Sheep Drive\, Craft Fair and Lunch - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:This long-established City fundraiser celebrates a Freeman’s ancient right to bring flocks of sheep over the Thames and into the City’s market at Smithfield. This year’s sheep drive takes place on Southwark Bridge\, which will close for the day\, and as well as the opportunity to drive a small flock of sheep over the bridge (for which you get an official certificate)\, there is also a craft fair and lunch at a nearby restaurant. \nPlaces are hard to come by (It’s a “bucket list’ thing.)\, but Clare’s managed to secure ten\, for the 10.37am slot\, so book in and join the Master in experiencing this unique event. (Nobody will believe you when you tell them what you’ve done!) \nYou can also bring friends and family (anyone over five years old)\, who get a slightly different certificate\, and fancy dress is optional – needless to say\, there are usually lots of young Bo Peeps skipping around! \nDress is anything from entirely casual\, right up to full morning dress\, with badges and gowns.
URL:https://accountantslivery.org/event/sheep-drive-fair-and-lunch-2025/
LOCATION:London Bridge and The Little Ship Club
CATEGORIES:Charity,Inter-Livery Event,Lunch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250929T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250929T153000
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SUMMARY:Mayoral Election and Lunch 2025
DESCRIPTION:After the historic ceremony of the Mayoral Election during the morning\, the Master invites Company Members and their guests\, along with some FSG Masters and their Clerks\, to join him upstairs in the Guildhall Club for a private Drinks Reception and Lunch. \nGuests will have the opportunity to enjoy drinks out on the roof terrace before moving into the Aldermen’s Dining Room for lunch. \nAt the Shrieval Election Day Lunch\, we heard from former Sheriff Andrew Marsden about what happens behind the scenes\, between when Sheriffs are elected and the day they take office. It was very revealing and clearly quite a scramble! \nWe are following the same plan at this September’s Mayoral Election Day Lunch\, when our Guest of Honour will be former Lord Mayor\, Sir David Wootton\, who will explain how the year leading up to their entry into Mansion House\, typically unfolds for an incoming Lord Mayor. David is an excellent speaker and like Andrew did\, has agreed to take questions\, under the Chatham House Rule. \nAfter lunch\, guests are welcome to move back out onto the roof terrace to view the events going on in the square below. \n\n11.30am – Coffee \n11.45am – All attending the Election Ceremony must be seated \n12noon – Mayoral Election Ceremony \n1pm – Drinks in the Aldermen’s Dining Room \n1.30pm – Lunch in the Aldermen’s Dining Room \nDress code: Morning dress or lounge suit for men and smart day wear for ladies. \nTickets: £99 \nPlease book below where possible \n 
URL:https://accountantslivery.org/event/mayoral-election-and-lunch-2025/
LOCATION:Guildhall Club\, Guildhall Club\, Guildhall West Wing\, Gresham St\, London\, London\, EC2V 7HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lunch
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Grosvenor":MAILTO:clerk@accountantslivery.org
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SUMMARY:Visit to the UK's only working Swordsmithy - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:Pooley Swords\, run by Robert Pooley\, who was our speaker at the House of Commons\, is the only working smithy in the country. The specialists there make and maintain pretty much all these edged weapons in existence in the UK today. \nRecently\, they made two ceremonial swords for us – one for Special Forces Support Group and then just this month\, one for our new RAF Affiliated Unit\, the RAF Regiment’s elite No. II Squadron. \nRobert and his team have kindly invited six of us to go down and see them working. \nThe visit will encompass the design studio\, the manufacturing facility\, where the blades and pommels are made\, and then the etching and finishing department\, where those customers who wish\, can have their swords turned into steel works of art. \nBecause of the nature of the smithy\, there are only six places on the tour\, and one of those has already gone. \nWe are due at Pooley’s at 2pm\, so those who wish\, can join me at noon for a lunch in the nearby Enzo Fiore Italian Restaurant (6/7 Queensway\, Lancing\, BN15 9AY)\, which is well-regarded locally\, and less than a mile away. (We will share the meal cost between us on the day.) There is parking at both locations. \nDress is smart casual and this should be a fascinating tour of the only smithy in our country still practising this ancient craft.
URL:https://accountantslivery.org/event/visit-to-the-uks-only-working-swordsmithy/
LOCATION:Pooley Sword\, Highdown House\, Shoreham Airport\, West Sussex\, BN43 5PB
CATEGORIES:Lunch,Tour
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SUMMARY:Behind the scenes at Holborn Tube Station - Two returns available
DESCRIPTION:For something slightly different\, a party of just nine members and guests will meet at the famous Holborn Tube Station at 10.55am on Wednesday\, 8th October\, before stepping through a concealed door into the third of the station that’s been hidden for 30 years. \nOriginally opened in 1906 as a complex of four platforms to serve the Piccadilly line\, Holborn played a pivotal role in transforming the surrounding area from a place of ill repute into a prime business district. Our guide will show us the secret corridors\, two disused platforms of the Aldwych branch\, the Aldwych crossover\, and the tracks that lead to the now-closed Aldwych Tube station. \nWe will also discover how the disused parts of the station have been put to surprising uses over the years\, from scientific laboratories\, to wartime shelters for staff and even a model rail club. Holborn’s hidden spaces have also been the backdrop to notable music videos and films\, including Aqua’s Turn Back Time and the recent Superman. \nThe tour will last about an hour and a half and we will then repair to the nearby\, award-winning Isolabella Restaurant\, for a light lunch. (We’ll split the bill on the day). \nPlaces cost £49 each and dress is entirely casual. Comfy walking shoes are advisable\, and although we will not be covering huge distances\, this event is not really suitable for those with mobility issues.
URL:https://accountantslivery.org/event/behind-the-scenes-at-holborn-tube-station/
LOCATION:Holborn Underground  Station\, Corner of Gate Street & Kingsway\, London\, WC2B 6AA
CATEGORIES:Lunch,Morning,Tour
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SUMMARY:Help Musicians' Festival of St Cecilia 2025 and Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Help Musicians’ annual celebration of music \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for this year’s Festival of St Cecilia\, a celebration that honours St Cecilia\, the patroness of music\, and the musicians who enrich our lives. \nThis year\, the service will be held at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday 19 November at 11:00 am\, followed by an optional lunch in the private dining room at The Ivy\, Victoria. \nUnder the expert direction of Andrew Nethsingha\, Director of Music at Westminster Abbey the combined choirs of Westminster Abbey\, St Paul’s Cathedral\, and Westminster Cathedral will reunite to perform once again. This years’ service will feature the premiere of a specially created anthem by Piers Connor Kennedy\, along with a special performance to be confirmed at a later date. \nHelp Musicians relies on vital funds to support musicians across the UK. While tickets to the service are complimentary\, we warmly encourage guests to make a donation when booking. 100% of every donation will directly support the thousands of musicians who need our help every year. \nWe hope you will be able to join us for this special occasion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday 19 November 2025\nService: 11am – 12noon\nLunch: 12.30pm (The Ivy\, Victoria) £80 \nBuy Tickets HERE
URL:https://accountantslivery.org/event/help-musicians-festival-of-st-cecilia-2025-and-lunch/
LOCATION:Westminster Abbey\, 20 Deans Yard\, Westminster\, London\, SW1P 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Church Service,Lunch
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SUMMARY:Economic Outlook from the Bank of England with Lunch
DESCRIPTION:THE CURRENT ECONOMIC OUTLOOK – The view from the Bank of England \nSpeaker Rob Elder – Bank of England Agent \nRob is responsible for the Bank’s liaison with the London business community\, and has a good insight into how interest rates are set by the Bank\, and the views of business. \nWe are delighted to welcome Rob Elder back once again\, to speak to a small number of us\, strictly under the Chatham House Rule\, to give the Bank of England’s view on the economic year ahead. \n\nDate: Tuesday 25 November \nTime: 1.15pm – 3.30pm (incl Q&A) \nLocation: Member’s Private Dining Room\, the Guildhall Club \nTickets: £79 to include a two-course lunch and a glass of wine \nBuy Tickets HERE
URL:https://accountantslivery.org/event/economic-outlook-from-the-bank-of-england-with-lunch/
LOCATION:Guildhall Club\, Guildhall Club\, Guildhall West Wing\, Gresham St\, London\, London\, EC2V 7HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lunch
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