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Charity, Education and Steak & Kidney Pudding

Published on: 15 January 2026Charity, Education and Steak & Kidney Pudding

The first Court Lunch of 2026 set the tone for the rest of the year as we celebrated charity and education.

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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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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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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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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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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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