George Gissing, the celebrated author of the novel New Grub Street, which satirizes the literary and journalistic world of 1880s London, attended the 20th April 1900 Dinner as a guest of Friar Edward Clodd.
George Gissing, the celebrated author of the novel New Grub Street, which satirizes the literary and journalistic world of 1880s London, attended the 20th April 1900 Dinner as a guest of Friar Edward Clodd.
This is a list of our confirmed forthcoming events. Please notes that dates may be subject to change and events to cancellation. Bookings will open nearer the events’ respective dates. Pre-bookings (subject to availability) can be made by writing to our Honorary Secretary at info [@] whitefriarsclub.com.
28th October 2026
On 28th October our guest speaker will be Lord Justice Peter Jackson, who is an Appeal Court judge and a most respected legal figure. He is known for his problem-solving approach to family law, and he will talk to us about “A Court That Works”.
25th November 2026
For this year's Whitefriars Christmas Party, we are delighted to meet in the Drawing Room of the Savile for an evening of jolly wassailing and jovial chatter.
27th January 2027
The speaker for this dinner has not been confirmed yet. Please check for updates in the coming weeks....
Bookings are not open for this event yet. If you want to record your interest in this event and make a pre-booking, please write to info [@] whitefriarsclub.com
24th February 2027
The speaker for this dinner has not been confirmed yet. Please check for updates in the coming weeks.
Bookings are not open for this event yet. If you want to record your interest in this event and make a pre-booking, please write to info [@] whitefriarsclub.com
