The United Guilds' Service (UGS) was first held in February 1943 as a coordinated response to the challenges faced by the City of London following the Blitz of 1940-41. It was also a reminder of the religious origins of the Guilds. The first service to be conducted was held on Lady Day – 25th March 1943 - the first day of the year by the old calendar. This annual service is held at St Pauls Cathedral is one of the few occasions in the Livery calendar at which all the Livery Companies and Guilds of the City can gather together as a whole – it is always a spectacular occasion, and one not to be missed if you haven’t attended before. We have a small number of seats available for the service, and for lunch at Stationers’ Hall after the service (you may attend the service without attending the lunch). Tickets are strictly available on a first-come-first-served basis for both the service and lunch, so early booking is essential. The Master and Wardens of the Stationers’ Company are delighted to invite you and your Liverymen to join them at Stationers’ Hall for Lunch, following the United Guilds’ Service at St Paul’s Cathedral on Friday, 15 March 2024. Drinks will be served from 12.30 pm in the Court Room, followed by lunch in the Hall and Stock Room at 1.00 pm. Lunch will consist of three courses with red and white wine; a glass of port will also be served. If you wish to attend the service and lunch then please book below Lunch Tickets: £85 Please book online below where possible, If there are any issues or questions, then please contact Clare Ferrar on clareferrar@accountantslivery.com or 07828 554967

What treasures await? On your visit, you’ll explore the history of the Bank of England and what it does today. Learn about why people started using paper money, and discover the secrets of why banknotes are so difficult to copy. Test your strength by picking up a gold bar, and discover why our building is on top of one the world's largest stores of gold! This visit will be an opportunity to see their exhibiton, The Future of Money. Money and the way we use it has changed in recent decades. With digital and contactless payments on the rise, the choices we make, as individuals and businesses are having an impact. Futureproofing the economy to meet our needs, now and in the future, is the job of the Bank of England. For more details about this fascinating museum, please click here! Following your visit to the museum, you are invited for a drink and/or meal at the Pitcher & Piano, Change Alley (off Cornhill) You are asked to pay a £10 deposit when booking that will be credited against any purchases at Pitcher & Piano. Date: Thursday 21 March Time: 5.50pm - meet at the museum entrance in Bartholomew Lane Cost: £10 - to be credited against purchases at Pitcher & Piano