News

27 Nov 2024

2024 London Venue & Catering Awards: GOLD & SILVER!

The judges of the London Venue Awards 2024 recognised the hard work and dedication of our in-house team by awarding Grocers' Hall GOLD in Best In-House Caterer, and SILVER for Best Venue Team.
The judges commented "Grocers’ Hall are clearly striving for perfection, reflected in an impressive rate of return business and client referrals. But also said they show true humility that not all food is fine dining or even needs to be. They are a wonderful example of innovation and entrepreneurial ideas!"

18 Oct 2024

Congratulations JDRF Research

JDRF, a past recipient of the Grocers’ annual fundraiser, won a 2024 Charity Award in the Healthcare and Medical Research category. JDRF’s funded research has resulted in a cutting-edge technological breakthrough for treating type 1 diabetes, expected to transform the lives of millions of children and adults across the globe. The artificial pancreas hybrid closed loop system represents the most significant breakthrough in type 1 diabetes treatment since the discovery of insulin a century ago.

1 Sep 2024

The 600th Anniversary of the first purpose-built Livery Hall in the City of London

Commemorating a milestone in the history of the Grocers’ Company a new exhibition, curated by Past Master Sir Rupert Gavin and Company Historian Dr Helen Clifford, provides the narrative surrounding the acquisition of the land in 1425, on which the first Grocers’ Hall was built. Purchased for the princely sum of £213 8s 6d, this four acre site was to become location of the first Grocers’ Hall, the first purpose built Livery Hall in the City of London.

19 Aug 2024

Another step towards sustainability with In-house water

We have taken another step towards sustainability with the introduction of our in-house bottled water system to eliminate glass waste.

31 Jul 2024

2024 London Venue & Catering Awards Finalists

We are thrilled that we have been recognised by the London Venue & Catering Awards as we become finalists in the following categories:
Best In-House Caterer,
Best Venue Team,
Best Venue Customer Service,
Best Historic Venue or Livery Hall (up to 300 guests)
These prestigious awards celebrate the hard work and dedication of the team in our unique venue. Many congratulations to all of the finalists across all categories, we are looking forward to the ceremony in November!

30 May 2024

Armed Forces Covenant 30th May 2024

On 30th May 2024 the Company committed to uphold the Armed Forces Covenant. The Covenant is a Government initiative to encourage organisations and businesses of all types to formally and publicly declare their support for the Armed Forces Community.
The Master Grocer, Alderman Sir Charles Bowman, signed the Covenant on behalf of the Company, and the Commanding Officers of each of the Company’s military affiliates signed on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

15 May 2024

Congratulations to this year's Grocers' Annual Fundraiser recipients: Samaritans

A huge thank you to everyone who supported The Grocers’ Charity Fundraiser Event on the 9th of May. We are overjoyed to announce that, through our collective efforts, we have raised over £100,000 to support the Central branch of Samaritans, commemorating its 70th anniversary, and the National Office’s City Hub, which helps those working in the City of London. Special thanks to speakers Julie Bentley, CEO of Samaritans, and Heather Barker, a Trustee of Central Samaritans, for sharing their remarkable journey and insights into the history and current work of Samaritans.

12 Apr 2024

Congratulations to Kingsley Academy for winning the Grocers' Academy Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Kingsley Academy won the 10th Grocer Academy Awards for their idea ‘Foridge’, which aims to reduce food waste. The phone App can record fridge contents and facilitate shopping for missing ingredients online or in person. In January 2024, the team competed against other Livery AA teams at the Livery Academy Awards final held at Mansion House in the City of London. Congratulations goes to the final heat winners: St Saviour’s & St Olave’s School.

24 Nov 2023

"Best Customer Service" - Silver Award

Our hard work, dedication and passion to deliver first-class events were recognised at the London Venue & Catering Awards 2023 where we picked up Silver in "Best Customer Service"!!!
We were up against some tough competition and want to congratulate all finalists who attended the awards

30 Sep 2023

2023 London Venue & Catering Awards

Grocers' Hall has been nominated for 4 awards!
Following on from the success of the 2022 London Venue & Catering Awards, we are proud to announce Grocers' Hall are finalists in 4 categories:
Best In-House Caterer, Best Venue Customer Service, Best Historic Venue and Best Venue Space in the City
We are thrilled that our hard work is being recognised at these prestigious awards

23 Aug 2023

A journey to sustainability

We are proud to announce that we are working with Planet Mark to measure and reduce our carbon footprint and have a positive impact on planet and society. We are committed to sustainability and will sharing our achievements with our community.

24 May 2023

The Worshipful Company of Grocers Launches New Scholarship Programme

To mark the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, The Worshipful Company of Grocers launched a new scholarship programme in partnership with Projects Abroad and Mossbourne Academy, a Grocers’ supported school. The programme is designed to provide two Year 12 students with a life changing experience volunteering abroad.

24 May 2023

The Worshipful Company of Grocers Celebrates 678th Anniversary

The Worshipful Company of Grocers, one of the oldest Livery Companies in the City of London, celebrated its 678th anniversary in 2023. Our public benefit is sharing Time, Talent and Treasure all made possible by Grocers past and present.

22 May 2023

Congratulations Doctors' in Distress

We are thrilled that Doctors’ In Distress, a charity supporting the mental health of healthcare professionals, announced that the Founder, Amandip Sidhu has won the Caroline Flack Mental Health Hero Award at the Sun Who Cares Wins Awards. Amandip says “I am truly honoured to have been nominated, let alone successful in being voted the Caroline Flack Mental Health Hero. I don't see myself as a hero but I felt I had to stand up for what I believe in and help protect the mental health of those that care for us".

1 Oct 2022

"Best Historic Venue" and "Best Venue Customer Service" Finalists

We are proud to announce that Grocers' Hall has made the final shortlist of 'Best Historic Venue or Livery Hall' at the London Venue & Catering Awards.
Our philosophy combines a commitment to excellence and meticulous attention to detail, so guests experience not only one of the finest events venues in the heart of the City of London, but also the highest standards of food and service. We are delighted that these prestigious awards recognize our experienced and passionate team's aims to exceeding expectations in every aspect of customer service to make our venue a special place to host events!

20 Jul 2020

'Inside the Factory', BBC Two

While Gregg Wallace is in Cornwall following the production of the pastry snack, historian Ruth Goodman visits the Worshipful Company of Grocers, who were responsible for importing pepper into Britain. She learns how this ubiquitous seasoning transformed from a commodity so valuable it was known as black gold to a spice that everyone could afford.

22 Mar 2019

'MasterChef', BBC One

Series 15: Episode 20 The MasterChef semi-finals continue with the remaining eight contestants challenged to create a dish inspired by someone they admire. After this challenge, one more cook will be leaving the competition while the others move on to a daunting challenge of cooking a three-course lunch at Grocers Hall, home to one of the oldest companies in the City of London.