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Unearthing London’s Past — and Winning Prizes — at the August Lunch!

Published on: 5 August 2025Unearthing London’s Past — and Winning Prizes — at the August Lunch!

On 1 August, at the August Younger Generation Court Lunch 2025, we were pleased to welcome Anne Fletcher, City of London guide and historian, who gave an engaging talk on Victorian London’s street urchins.

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Tour of Old Bailey

Published on: 1 August 2025Tour of Old Bailey

It was a privilege to be hosted yesterday, 31 July, by Liveryman Alderman and Sheriff Gregory Jones KC at the world-renowned Old Bailey – the Central Criminal Court of England and Wales.

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The Meat Industry Golf Day

Published on: 30 July 2025The Meat Industry Golf Day

The Meat Industry Golf Day held on Thursday 10th July at Essendon Golf Club was a fantastic success, bringing together 26 teams for a day of competition, sunshine, and great fellowship.

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Lady Mayoress charms and entertains at July's Court Lunch

Published on: 11 July 2025Lady Mayoress charms and entertains at July's Court Lunch

As is tradition, the Lady Mayoress was the guest of honour at a lunch to celebrate the women within and connected to our Livery.

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Dinner in celebration of Eid-al-Adha 2025

Published on: 26 June 2025Dinner in celebration of Eid-al-Adha 2025

We celebrated Eid Al-Adha on Wednesday, 25 June, at Butchers' Hall for the third year running, enjoying a memorable evening shared with members and guests.

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Master's Fundraising Dinner: a stunning venue and fellowship is a recipe for success

Published on: 19 June 2025Master's Fundraising Dinner: a stunning venue and fellowship is a recipe for success

A balmy evening in the City saw Liverymen and guests make their way to the wonderful Drapers’ Hall for The Master’s Fundraising Dinner 2025.

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New Item added to the Master’s Fundraising Dinner Auction

Published on: 3 June 2025New Item added to the Master’s Fundraising Dinner Auction

There’s still time to get your bids in for the Master’s Fundraising Dinner Auction, taking place on Friday, 13th of June at Drapers' Hall. Bidding offline closes at 5:00pm on Friday, 6th June.

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Inter-Livery Regatta 2025

Published on: 23 May 2025Inter-Livery Regatta 2025

The Worshipful Company of Butchers proudly took part in the Inter-Livery Regatta, held from 16–18 May 2025 in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Organised by the City Livery Yacht Club.

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Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace

Published on: 23 May 2025Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace

The Master Butcher, John Allton Jones, accompanied by his consort, Liveryman Professor Jude Capper, had the honour of attending the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace

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Inter-Livery Shoot - 14 May

Published on: 22 May 2025Inter-Livery Shoot - 14 May

The Butchers took part in the Inter-Livery Shoot on 14 May. We are proud to report that...

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