CAROLS AND CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
Once again our Carol Service will be held at St Margaret Lothbury at 11:00 am on Tuesday 12th December.
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The earliest mention of St Margaret Lothbury is from 1185. The patronage of the church belonged to the abbess and convent of Barking, Essex until the Dissolution, when it passed to the Crown. It was rebuilt in 1440, mostly at the expense of Robert Large, who was Lord Mayor that year and is remembered as the Master of whom Caxton served his apprenticeship. It suffered as did so many of London’s churches in the Great Fire of London of 1666 and was rebuilt by Christopher Wren from 1686 to 1690.
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Afterwards luncheon will be served in the lovely Old Library at Guildhall, Greshham Street, London EC2V 7HH. At this festive time of year, this is a splendid occasion for family and friends to enjoy, with excellent music and rejoicing and fine food and wine to follow!
The President has selected the following menu:
Christmas Spiced London Gin Cured Fillet of Smoked Scottish Salmon, Lime Crème, Fresh Samphire Salad and Black Olive Ciabatta
Roasted Woodland Farm Norfolk Black Leg Turkey Breast, Cranberry & Pear Sauce, Pan Juice Gravy, Chipolatas Wrapped in Smoked Bacon, Roast Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Almonds and Puree of Carrot Swede Parsnip
The Cook & The Butler World Famous Traditional Christmas Pudding
Fair Trade Rich Roast Coffee, Tregothnan Cornish Estate Grown Tea, Mince Pies & Brandy Butter, Christmas Chocolates
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The President has agreed there will be NO charge for the Carol service itself and we have been able to keep the cost of luncheon with only a moderate increase against last year to £116.50 per person, we very much hope that members will see this as still good value for such a grand way to start the season of festivity.
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We are delighted that one of our Associate Wards, Aldgate Ward Club, Tower Ward Club together with the Worshipful Company of Glaziers will be joining us on the day.
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There are seperate tickets for the Carol Service and luncheon so please book your party for both no later than Tuesday 5 December to allow us to confirm catering requirements.
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Date: December 12, 2023Time: 11:00 am - 3:30 pmVenue: GuildhallLocation: Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7HH, Price: Free – £116.50Category: Event