Friday 3 June 2011

Coachmakers and Coach Harness Makers Gala Banquet at the Guildhall

The livery held their Gala Banquet at the Guildhall on 1st June led by their Master Vice Admiral Tim Laurence who was accompanied by HRH Princess Royal, who is also Master Butcher this year. The evening commenced with the Band of the Royal Marines who performed in the Guildhall Yard before the guests moved inside for a sumptuous dinner. More entertainment followed including the City of London Sinfonia and the soprano Emily Garland. Towards the end of dinner our singing waiters performed breathtaking arias from Verdi and Puccini and finally Strictly Come Dancing stars Anton du Beke and Erin Boag took to the floor to close the evening on an absolute high.