Dear Members, Chères Consoeurs, Chers Confrères

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to join us for the National Bailliage of Great Britain’s 66th Grand Chapitre in London the nation’s capital by popular demand.

The programme starts on Thursday, first with lunch in a prison - a unique experience in The Clink restaurant in Brixton prison - then, that evening, an exciting wine dinner in the Crypt of St Ethelreda’s in Chancery.

The next day, members have the chance of both a River Thames trip, including a visit inside Tower Bridge, then lunch in St Katharine Docks, and a visit to the State Rooms of Buckingham Palace in the afternoon. That evening, the Welcome Dinner will be held in the fabulous Fishmongers’ Hall on the banks of the River Thames in the City.

On Saturday, the morning options are the Induction Ceremony at St Clement Danes Church or a canal boat trip along the Regents canal to Camden Market. That afternoon we have two great options: a Cognac Masterclass lead by Julien Frison in the Cumberland Hotel; or a guided tour of the Wallace Collection followed by a Champagne afternoon tea.

Our Gala Dinner in the wonderful Intercontinental Hotel Ballroom will, as usual, include a raffle to raise funds for our chosen charity The Clink, for the encouragement and help to the less fortunate in life, particularly in the hospitality industry.

In the Chaîne tradition the teams in all the venues have planned great menus reflecting both location and time of year and you are ensured to leave saying ‘wow’.

We look forward to giving you all the warmest of welcomes and great camaraderie. This event is above all a meeting of friends to share experiences together.

For full details of the events and how to book please click this link: Brochure

Vive la Chaîne!

Philip Evins, Bailli Délégué & Member of the Conseil Magistral
Darryl Thomson, Chancelier
Tony Wernham, Argentier