MONITOR
New Freemen’s Dinner 2019, Vintners’ Hall
T
he splendid surroundings of Vintners’ Hall
provided a truly memorable setting for the
annual New Freemen’s Dinner in late January.
opportunity to practise the Rose Water Ceremony, the Sung
Grace and the Loving Cup.
This popular event is now firmly established in the
Company’s calendar and gives new Freemen an
introduction to the traditions of both the Company and the
City. Expertly managed by the Beadle, new Freemen, their
guests and other members of the Company were given the
The Company was delighted that Alderman William Russell,
accompanied by his wife Hilary, was the principal guest.
A thoroughly enjoyable evening ended with the traditional
Stirrup Cup, affording everyone the opportunity to mix with
friends both old and new.
Right: Dr
Nneka
Abulokwe
spoke about
becoming a
New Freeman
and gave a
toast to all
Proposers
and
Seconders
Above: The Master’s Speech
Above from left: Court Assistant Gus
Machado and Honorary Treasurer Nick Claydon
Page 4 taking part in the Loving Cup ceremony
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From left: Master Lady Parmley with principal guest Alderman
William Russell and his wife Hilary