On the hottest day of the year so far, the Court met at Watermen’s Hall where I was hugely privileged to be able to sit in the magnificent newly guilded Master’s Chair.
Among other things the Court confirmed the re-appointment of Malcolm Butchers and Ken Marsh to the Court and elected Christine Duthie, Christine Jarvis, Graham Howells and Guy Titman to the Court. Malcolm Butchers was elected as Walbrooke Warden, Rob Casey as Fleet Warden, Mark Lane as Thames Warden and Simon Catford as Master for the year 2018/19.
Following the Court meeting the reception was held in the Court Room where I and my Wardens greeted members and guests to the Lunch. Observing the tradition of the Hall that the procession was in silence, I led our principle guest, Sir Andrew Parmley followed by the Wardens and other Guest Masters into the magnificent Georgian Dining Room. A splendid meal with excellent wines was served thanks to the Cook and the Butler. Our principle guest, Sir Andrew Parmley, former Lord Mayor and an Honorary Liveryman of the Company, gave an interesting account of his year as Lord Mayor which, as usual, included much humour. It was also a delight knowing his background in the amateur theatre for Sandra and I to share reminiscences with him.
A splendid occasion which was the final formal Company event of my year as Master.
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