The latest news about and from the Worshipful Company of Butchers

WCB Tour to the Somme battlefield 24-26 October 2025

Published on: 31 October 2025WCB Tour to the Somme battlefield 24-26 October 2025

“They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning…we will remember them.”

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Master's Blog October 2025

Published on: 30 October 2025Master's Blog October 2025

Full on, flat out…. however you describe it, my first full month as Master has been exciting, stimulating and …. a wonderful rollercoaster ride.

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Celebrating WCB Scholars’ Latest Nuffield Reports

Published on: 25 October 2025Celebrating WCB Scholars’ Latest Nuffield Reports

We’re proud to have supported Jock Gibson and James MacCartney on their Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust journeys. Findings are now published and available to read. 

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Autumn Uncorked – Where Fun and Fundraising Met

Published on: 20 October 2025Autumn Uncorked – Where Fun and Fundraising Met

On Friday, 17 October, Liverymen and their guests enjoyed the Autumn Uncorked event, which combined entertainment, fine dining, and fundraising.

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WCB Pétanque Team Triumph at Inter-Livery Tournament

Published on: 15 October 2025WCB Pétanque Team Triumph at Inter-Livery Tournament

WCB Pétanque team—Captain Warden Steve Chick, Past Master Dr Margaret Boanas and her Consort Tony Evans—triumphed at the annual Inter-Livery Tournament, winning the Coopers Cask Trophy and three bottles of the Master Distiller’s choice after progressing through the knockout rounds to a thrilling final.

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600 (City of London) Squadron Celebrates Centenary with All Ranks Dinner

Published on: 11 October 2025600 (City of London) Squadron Celebrates Centenary with All Ranks Dinner

600 (City of London) Squadron, 3 Royal Auxiliary Air Force, marked its centenary with an elegant All Ranks Centenary Dinner at Butchers’ Hall. The event brought together squadron members, veterans, and guests to celebrate 100 years of service and camaraderie.

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The New Master’s First Court Lunch

Published on: 7 October 2025The New Master’s First Court Lunch

We held the first official Court Lunch for the new Master, a memorable occasion marking the beginning of a new chapter for the Company.

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Annual Sheep Drive - 28 September 2025

Published on: 30 September 2025Annual Sheep Drive - 28 September 2025

Sunday, 28 September 2025 – Master Butcher, along with 15 Liverymen, had the honour of taking part in the Annual Sheep Drive, organised by The Worshipful Company of Woolmen, keeping this historic tradition alive.

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Master’s Blog September 2025

Published on: 30 September 2025Master’s Blog September 2025

Honoured and very proud to have been elected as Master of the Worshipful Company of Butchers for the 2025/26 Livery year.

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WCB Yacht Club Members Race Each Other

Published on: 17 September 2025WCB Yacht Club Members Race Each Other

At the suggestion of our Commodore, Andrew Berisford, the WCB Yacht Club held its own regatta on the Solent on Monday, 1st September.

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See our latest list of events and Court Lunches, come and join us.

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We like to keep most things open for all to see, but for news and announcements that are for Liverymen only we will post here, with access to members only.

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