Westminster Drinks Reception

Christmas at the House of Lords: Made in Group’s Annual Westminster Celebration

Made in Group members are cordially invited to join Chairman Lord Whitby for our Annual Westminster visit and festive Christmas celebration. Once again, we will be returning to Westminster to the Cholmondeley Room and Terrace at the House of Lords.

During the event, members will have the opportunity to network with their peers and enjoy delicious food and drinks. The Made in Group directors and Chairman, Lord Whitby, will also provide updates on key issues within the organization and outline future plans.

The price for the event is £175+VAT per person. Guests must present an official printed invite provided by Made in Group and a photo ID to enter the event.

Please note that due to venue capacity, we currently limit the number of attendees to 2 per member company. This may change as approach the event.

Please communicate any dietary requirements to us by Friday, November 20th, by emailing [email protected].

Date: Tuesday, December 1st, 2026
Location: Cholmondeley Room and Terrace, House of Lords
Access: Via Victoria Square Gardens Visitors Entrance ( download map here )
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Agenda:

• 12:00 PM: Guests arrive at Victoria Tower Gardens Visitors Entrance, present the official printed invite, and go through security with a photo ID.
• 12:00 PM - 12:20 PM: Guest security clearance.
• 12:30 PM: Guests arrive at the Cholmondeley Room and Terrace.
• 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Welcome drinks reception, food and networking.
• 1:00 PM - 1:20 PM: Speeches.
• 1:20 PM - 2:30PM: Networking.
• 2:30 PM: Event closes 

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Unofficial Social Sessions

To help members make the most of their time in London, we are once again organising a series of informal social sessions around the main event.

Following the fantastic atmosphere and feedback from previous years, these optional gatherings will provide even more opportunities to meet fellow members, strengthen connections and enjoy some festive time together in London.

🎄 Monday 30 November 2026: Pre-Event Christmas Market Gathering

Date: Monday 30 November 2026
Time: From 6:00pm
Location: Leicester Square Christmas Market, Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7LU

Join us for a relaxed pre-event gathering at Leicester Square Christmas Market.

Members are invited to meet from 6:00pm onwards for festive food, drinks and informal socialising ahead of the main event the following day. There is no formal arrival time—simply join us whenever suits you and enjoy the seasonal atmosphere with fellow members.

🎄 Tuesday 1 December 2026: Evening in Soho

Time: 7:00pm–11:30pm
Location: dial8 at Chateau Denmark, 1–3 Denmark Street, London, WC2H 8LP

Round off your visit with an evening in Soho at dial8, an intimate underground venue offering a private and sophisticated setting in the heart of London.

Due to the exclusive nature and limited capacity of the venue, we may not be able to accommodate everyone at the same time. Members wishing to attend should register their interest through the Sessions tab or contact our events team to join the waiting list and arrange entry.

🎁 Please RSVP through the “Sessions” tab in your member dashboard or contact [email protected]. 🎁

Members can select the sessions they would like to attend through the Made Platform. An up-to-date guest list for each session will also be available on the platform.

We hope you’ll join us for these festive gatherings and take advantage of the additional opportunities to network and socialise with fellow members.

Please note: These are optional, informal social sessions intended to bring members together around the main event at the House of Lords.