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• Monthly Networking September 2025

  • When
    09/09/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    The Rising Sun, Carter Lane, EC4V 5DY
  • Registered
    7 registrants

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  MONTHLY NETWORKING DRINKS

  As we break for the summer a thank you to all those who have been our guests at what has become a popular and informative session each month.

  Our next gathering will be at the

  The Rising Sun, Carter Lane, EC4V 5DY

  9^th September 2025 from 6.00 p.m. – Speaker (to be announced)  from 6.30 p.m.

  Where we will have exclusive use of the first-floor bar

  There will be no charge for these events, just use the bar and do bring friends!

  An opportunity to unwind, natter with friends old and new.

  Other events and dates for your diaries

  9^th August 2025 – Rowing at Teddington

  18^th September – Curry Lunch aboard H M S Wellington

  8^th November – Lunch after the Lord Mayor’s Lunch

  8^th December – Carol Service at St Brides Church and After Party

  23^rd January 2025 - Pantomime

  
  

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• Monthly Networking September 2025

  • When
    09/09/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    The Rising Sun, Carter Lane, EC4V 5DY
  • Registered
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  MONTHLY NETWORKING DRINKS

  Our successful monthly network nights in conjunction with the Fleet Street Quarter BID continue with another meeting at:

  The Rising Sun, Carter Lane, EC4V 5DY

  9^th September 2025 from 6 pm – SPEAKER AT 6.30pm

  Where we will have exclusive use of the first floor bar

  Our guest speaker will be 

  Jo Tasker 

  Founder of Community Coworking

  Jo has particular knowledge of the Construction, Education and Technology industries, working with private, public and voluntary organisations to drive positive social impact through local development opportunities.

  Based in the Fleot Hub in New Bridge Street, Community Coworking, is a social enterprise set up to enable new ways of working and learning and to activate obsolete spaces, supporting local economies to create social value. The team aims to support high street regeneration and tackle hyperlocal issues such as digital poverty to underpin social mobility within communities across the UK.

  There will be no charge for these events, just use the bar and do bring friends!

  An opportunity to unwind, natter with friends old and new.

  
  

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• Curry Lunch on HMS Wellington

  • When
    18/09/2025
  •  
    12:15 PM
  • Location
    HMS Welllington
  • Spaces left
    3

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  HMS WELLINGTON

  HMS Wellington, formerly HQS Wellington, is moored on the Thames - its stern lines tied off in the Ward of Farringdon Without.  The ship is the only surviving Grimsby class sloop, the only surviving Battle of the Atlantic convoy escort, and is one of only 16 major Royal Navy historic ships that survive today.  It is now managed by the Wellington Trust - see Home - HMS Wellington.

  We invite members of the Club to join the Curry Lunch on 18 September - where we hope to take three tables of eight - and meet others interested in the ship and the Trust.

  Timings are 12.15 p.m. for drinks, sitting down at 1.00 p.m. for a three course lunch, selecting your menu choices on the day.

  The cost per ticket is £55 for members and their guests.

  Access is via a ramp from Victoria Embankment. 

  
  

  
  

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• Guided Walks - City Giving Day 23 September 2025

  • When
    23/09/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    City of London

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  It is just over a month before City Giving Day on 23 September, one of the Lord Mayor’s charity fund raising events.  There are four events – but I think that Farringdon Ward Club may leave the “Tour de City” gym bike challenge to younger groups. That still leaves us with three events – a lunchtime guided tour, a Treasure Hunt at 4.00 p.m., and a Quiz from 6.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m.  

  This is about the Guided Walks, which are led by City of London guides.

  There are four separate guided walks, starting at 12 noon, 12.30, 1.00 and 1.30 p.m. and each lasting about an hour.  The start point is not stated but I would expect it to be at or near Guildhall.  I suggest that we make individual applications direct to the City of London website - it is £10 each - and that if you like you register here so I can let everyone know who to look out for, and coordinate a place to meet up for refreshments afterwards.

  This is the link:

  News And Events | Events Calendar | 1086 | City Walk 2025 | The Lord Mayor's Appeal 2025
  

  I (Nick Dougan) am going to sign up for the 1.30 p.m. start, which will allow an hour or so to meet for some refreshments afterwards, before starting the Treasure Hunt at 4.00 p.m. - see the separate listing/email on that.

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• Treasure Hunt - 4.00 p.m. City Giving Day 23 September 2025

  • When
    23/09/2025
  •  
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Guildhall
  • Spaces left
    6

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  It is just over a month before City Giving Day on 23 September, one of the Lord Mayor’s charity fund raising events.  There are four events – but I think that Farringdon Ward Club may leave the “Tour de City” gym bike challenge to younger groups. That still leaves us with three events – a lunchtime guided tour, a Treasure Hunt at 4.00 p.m., and a Quiz from 6.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m.  Thank you for the expression of interests received so far – I think we have enough interest to raise at least one team in each of the team events.

  This email is about the Treasure Hunt, which is a team event for teams for up to 6 people.  It starts at Guildhall at 4.00 p.m., does not involve walking more than half a mile and should take about 45 minutes.  Afterwards I suggest we grab a little refreshment somewhere locally before those who wish to proceed to the Quiz. 

  The cost is £10 per person.  I have set the event up for six people and a waiting list – so we could field a second team if there is sufficient interest.

  Payment by card using the Stripe Card payment system is preferred, but you may elect to pay “offline” by making a payment direct to

  Metro Bank
  Sort Code: 23-05-80
  Account Number 20342366
  Account Name: Farringdon Ward Club
  

  Reference: Your surname and Treasure Hunt

  or by posting a cheque to:

  Events Secretary, 78A Granville Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1HA

  No refunds will be given for cancellations after 9 September 2025

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Quiz - 6.00 p.m. City Giving Day 23 September 2025

  • When
    23/09/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    TBC - but in The City
  • Spaces left
    5

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  It is just over a month before City Giving Day on 23 September, one of the Lord Mayor’s charity fund raising events.  There are four events – but I think that Farringdon Ward Club may leave the “Tour de City” gym bike challenge to younger groups. That still leaves us with three events – a lunchtime guided tour, a Treasure Hunt at 4.00 p.m., and a Quiz from 6.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m.  Thank you for the expression of interests received so far – I think we have enough interest to raise at least one team in each of the team events.

  This email is about the Quiz, which is a team event for teams of up to 6 people.  It runs from 6.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., at “various venues around the City” – so I will have to confirm the meeting point later when I know it.  Afterwards I suggest we head somewhere for a drink and a bite to eat. 

  The cost is £10 per person.  I have set the event up for six people and a waiting list – so we could field a second team if there is sufficient interest.  Members may also bring a guest.

  Payment by card using the Stripe Card payment system is preferred, but you may elect to pay “offline” by making a payment direct to

  Metro Bank
  Sort Code: 23-05-80
  Account Number 20342366
  Account Name: Farringdon Ward Club
  

  Reference: Your surname and Quiz

  or by posting a cheque to:

  Events Secretary, 78A Granville Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1HA

  No refunds will be given for cancellations after 9 September 2025

  
  

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• Eve of Trafalgar Day Tour and Tea

  • When
    20/10/2025
  • Location
    Army and Navy Club Pall Mall

  21 October is Trafalgar Day, the anniversary of Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson's famous defeat of the combined French and Spanish navies off the Spanish Atlantic coast in 1805.   Members of the Farringdon Ward Club are invited to a tour of the Army & Navy Club (aka "The Rag" - all will be explained) on Pall Mall (on the corner of St James' Square) on the eve of this famous anniversary, followed by afternoon tea in the Club's delightful Nelson Room.
  
  Full details and booking form to follow shortly.  Numbers will be limited so "clear for action” (your diaries, not necessarily your gun decks).

  
  

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• Lunch after the Lord Mayor's Show

  • When
    08/11/2025
  •  
    12:30 PM
  • Location
    Guildhall
  • Spaces left
    16
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  LUNCH AFTER THE

  LORD MAYOR’S SHOW

  Saturday, 8^th November 2025

  Join us in the Main Dining room at the Guildhall, Gresham Street, EC2V 5AF after the Lord Mayor’s Show when the 697^th Lord Mayor of London, who will be elected on 29^th September, processes through the streets of the City.

  Dining Room opens 12.30

  Astrum Tempranillo Rosé La Mancha
  Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Sparkling & Still Mineral Water

  Lunch served 1.00 pm

  Starter

  Fillet of Honey Cured Roast Scottish Salmon
  Cos Lettuce & Classic Caesar Salad Dressing

  (V) Italian Oven Roasted Vegetables
  Cos Lettuce & Classic Caesar Salad Dressing

  Selection of Breads

  Main Course

  Lancashire Grass Fed Beef Braised in English Ale Sauce, Turned Baked King Edward Potatoes and Roasted Winter Root Vegetables

  (V) Pumpkin Risotto

  Dessert

  The Sweet “Dame Blanche” Vanilla Cheesecake & Warm Chocolate Sauce Toffee Ice Cream

  Cheese Table

  Display of British & Irish Cheese
  Salad of Grapes Apple Celery
  Selection of Cheese Biscuits
  

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  Rich Roast Fair Trade Coffee
  China Tea

  Wines

  Cuvee Jean Paul Dry White Pays des Cotes de Gascogne

  Cuvee Jean Paul IGP Mediterranee

  Barão de Vilar Ruby Port

  Some of these dishes contain traces of nut products

  Fully inclusive ticket price Members - £97.50 each

  Because of limited space, tickets are restricted to one per member plus one guest

  If you require more then please book those here and email office@farringdonwardclub.org.uk to join the waiting list for any unallocated tickets. Please also email to join the waiting list if your application is rejected because the tickets have all been sold

  Dress code: Badges, Morning Dress or Dark Lounge Suits and equivalent for ladies

  Payment should be made when booking by using the Stripe Card payment system or direct to

  Metro Bank

  Sort Code: 23-05-80

  Account Number 20342366

  Account Name: Farringdon Ward Club

  Reference: Your surname and LM Lunch

  
  

  or post cheque to:

  
  

  Suite 28, Quayside Court, Cosens Quay, Weymouth, DT4 8AQ

  
  

  No refunds will be given for cancellations after 28^th October 2025

  
  

  Please email office@farringdonwardclub.org.uk

  By kind permission of the Corporation of London

  
  

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• Carols at St Brides - 8 December

  • When
    08/12/2025

  We will attend the annual Carol Concert at St Bride's church with the option of also joining a party afterwards.  

  Full details in due course.

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• Jack and his Giant Stalk - Annual Panto

  • When
    23/01/2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    Brick Lane Music Hall

  A larger than life tale of magic and mayhem, mishaps and cow-tastrophies, brought to you by an award winning team, with a three course pre-show dinner.

  The bar opens at 5.30 p.m., dinner at 6.30 p.m. and the show starts at 8.15 p.m. - scheduled to finish at 10.45 p.m.

  Book early - booking will open soon.

  
  

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