What a delight it was to be invited to the Honourable Company of Master Mariners’ Court Lunch on board HQS Wellington. After all the snow and rain a sunny day dawned and reception drinks were served on the afterdeck where after having been received by the Master, Martin Reed, it was good to catch-up with many Masters and Clerks of a wide range of Livery Companies.
I was honoured to be seated next to a former Lord Mayor of the City of Westminster who was extremely interesting to engage in conversation. An excellent meal and wines were served by the Cook and the Butler. The lunch was attended by the First Sea Lord and also the New Zealand High Commissioner. Unfortunately the principle speaker was taken ill at the crucial moment and had to leave and his place was taken by the High Commissioner.
A splendid lunch in excellent company and my thanks go to the Master of the Honourable Company for his kind invitation.
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