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Master's Blog December 2025

Published on: 5 January 2026Master's Blog December 2025

I write this between the Christmas and New Year Celebrations and what better time to reflect on the events of the last three months or so!

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A Christmas Message from The Master 2025

Published on: 24 December 2025A Christmas Message from The Master 2025

Thank you for your support during my time as Master. It is a true honour and a privilege to represent The Worshipful Company of Butchers—an opportunity I never take for granted. I sincerely hope that you, your families, and your friends enjoy a wonderful Christmas, filled with everything you wish for.

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Inter-Livery Carol Service and Supper - 16 December

Published on: 18 December 2025Inter-Livery Carol Service and Supper - 16 December

On Tuesday 16th December, the Master, accompanied by his Consort and several Liverymen, attended the annual Inter-Livery Carol Service, organised by the Worshipful Company of Tax Advisers, at the Church of Saint Bartholomew the Great, joining colleagues from other Livery Companies.

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December Court Lunch with Guest Speaker Simon Halliday

Published on: 8 December 2025December Court Lunch with Guest Speaker Simon Halliday

On Friday 5th December, Butchers’ Hall hosted its Court Lunch with Simon Halliday as guest speaker, alongside prize draws, new Liverymen, and thanks to Liveryman Peter Wright for his Brewster Board contribution.

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Master's Blog November 2025

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

...and I thought October was busy!

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The City Meat Lecture 2025: Insight and Expertise in Focus

Published on: 27 November 2025The City Meat Lecture 2025: Insight and Expertise in Focus

The Worshipful Company of Butchers was delighted to welcome the meat and wider food community to Butchers’ Hall on 26 November for The City Meat Lecture 2025, proudly sponsored by ABP. The lecture explored: “Is there a role for livestock and meat in modern society?”

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Remembrance Sunday and Poppy Appeal 2025

Published on: 12 November 2025Remembrance Sunday and Poppy Appeal 2025

On Remembrance Sunday, we came together to honour all who served in the armed forces at St Bartholomew the Great, led by our Honorary Chaplain, and earlier supported the Livery Service at St Paul’s Cathedral.

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First Ever Lady Mayor's Show

Published on: 12 November 2025First Ever Lady Mayor's Show

What a day to celebrate the First Lady Mayor of London, Dame Susan Langley’s Lady Mayor’s Show. The Worshipful Company of Butchers paraded at the show in force.

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A new London Museum in Smithfield and champion sausages

Published on: 11 November 2025A new London Museum in Smithfield and champion sausages

An update on a new Smithfield neighbour, enjoying champion sausage and a delicious trio of pork made the November Court Lunch at Butchers' Hall a fine occasion.

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Lady Mayor's Show Rehearsal Breakfast

Published on: 6 November 2025Lady Mayor's Show Rehearsal Breakfast

On Wednesday 5 November, we were once again honoured to host the LMS Rehearsal Breakfast. We were delighted to welcome Alderman Lady Mayor Dame Susan Langley, Lady Mayor-Elect, together with Mr. Gary Langley, Mayoral Consort Designate, and several distinguished guests.

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Members' Area

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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