The Worshipful Company of Butchers and City Livery Events

The Election of the Lord Mayor at Guildhall is one of the City of London’s most important occasions.

As a Liveryman you have the right to vote if you were admitted prior to 31st May 2024 and are summoned to attend Common Hall to elect the Lord Mayor for the year ensuing.

This elected Lord Mayor will be the 697th Lord Mayor of the City of London so do take part in this important and special event.

The passes for the elections will be organised through the office in advance. Passes are compulsory to gain admission to the Guildhall.

Lunch following the Election of the Lord Mayor

We are delighted to be invite you to book in for luncheon after the Election of the Lord Mayor on Monday 29th September 2025.

Arrive at Guildhall from 11.15am to be seated by 11.45am for the Election.

Lunch follows for those who have booked at 1.30m approx. at Butchers' Hall.

You may book for both the Election and Lunch, or for an Election Pass only. Friends, colleagues and family members are most welcome to join the lunch but will not be able to attend the elections unless they are qualifying Liverymen themselves. The lunch is available to all to book, irrespective of whether you attend the Election in the morning. Guests can have a different type of ticket to the member.

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If you need assistance with your booking, please email bookings@butchershall.com.

Please note that if you need to cancel your booking 14 days or less before the event takes place, a cancellation fee will be incurred at the Full per person ticket price rate.

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