An Evening With
The Sheriffs of London
A moment to reflect on stewardship, and the civic journey that continues beyond office.
Friday 29 May 2026 |17:30 – 21:30
Sabine Rooftop Bar, St Paul’s
An evening of civic reflection returns.
An evening of civic reflection returns.
Following the inaugural Shrieval Reflections in 2024, we gather again in 2026 at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul’s for an evening of insight, conversation, and shared civic experience.
The evening begins with a rooftop reception at Sabine, overlooking St Paul’s Cathedral, where guests are welcomed with drinks and light bites. A bowl food reception follows later, designed to support conversation and connection.
At the heart of the evening are reflections from two Immediate Past Sheriffs of the City of London.
David Chalk and Alderman Gregory Jones KC will reflect on their 2024–2025 shrieval year, sharing personal insight into service, stewardship, and the experience of representing the City at home and abroad.
The evening opens with an address from Alderman Vincent Keaveny CBE and brings together a carefully curated group connected to the civic life of the City.
This is only the second gathering of its kind — a developing tradition focused on capturing civic memory while it is still fresh.
Programme
| 17:30 | Doors Open | Reception at Sabine | Drinks and light bites overlooking St Paul's Cathedral |
| 18:30 | Guests Gather | A gentle call to move to the Wren Suite |
| 18:45 | Guests Seated |
| 18:50 | Founder's Welcome Christopher Seow |
| 18:55 | Opening Address | Alderman Vincent Keaveny CBE |
| 19:00 | Reflections | David Chalk & Alderman Gregory Jones KC |
| 19:30 | Live Q&A |
| 20:00 | Closing Thanks | Christopher Seow |
| 20:05 | Closing Remarks | Lady Lucy French, Fleet Street Quarter |
| 20:10 | Drinks Reception with Bowl Food & Networking | Seasonal dishes served in a relaxed, sociable format |
| 21:30 | Carriages |
Those Joining Us
A growing list of those joining Shrieval Reflections 2026, reflecting the breadth of civic life across the City.
The list will be updated as the evening approaches.
David Chalk
Sheriff of the City of London (2024–2025)
Alderman Gregory Jones KC
Sheriff of the City of London (2024–2025)
The evening brings together individuals connected by service, stewardship, and a shared interest in the civic life of the City.
Click to view the full guest list
The following guests have been confirmed:
Alderman Vincent Keaveny CBE, 693rd Lord Mayor of London (2021–22)
Alderman Gregory Jones KC, Sheriff of London (2024–2025)
David Chalk, Sheriff of London (2024–2025)
Christopher Seow, Shrieval Reflections London
Lady Lucy French, Fleet Street Quarter
Professor David Holt, Worshipful Company of Firefighters
Sandra Holt, Worshipful Company of Educators
Virginia Bond, Worshipful Company of Cooks
Emilio Chiquito, Citi
Richard Salter, the LEGO Group
Christine Castledine, Platinums Past Masters Association
Stuart Castledine, Platinums Past Masters Association
Stephen Tanner, Worshipful Company of Upholders
Dr David Keats, The Worshipful Company of Painter-Stainers
Mrs Valerie Gaisford-St. Lawrence, The Worshipful Company of Farriers
Debra Sales, worldwisefoods
John Burton, Pollinating London Together
Ms Elizabeth Squire, Ironmongers Company
Philip Miller, Merchant Taylors' Company
Rushab Shah, OneHive
Richard Salter KC.
Virginia Cannon, City of London Solicitors' Company
Matthew Burrow, Honourable Company of Master Mariners
Simon Greenly, Greenly's
Lizette May. Worshipful Company of Upholders
John May, Worshipful Company of Paviors
Daphne Cave, Worshipful Company of Glovers
Peter Cave. Worshipful Company of Insurers
Lars Andersen, World Traders
Mrs Sue Searle, King’s College London Alumni Association
Ian Adams MBE, Past Lord Mayor of Westminster
Ms Melissa Scott, Past Master Worshipful Company of Turners
Mei Sim Lai OBE DL, The British Malaysian Society
Steve CANT, WCoMC
Miss Justine Lou, The L Factor Ltd
Ms Lenna Lou, The L Factor Ltd
Deirdre Bradshaw, Bradshaw Property Associates
Jo Huxley, WC of Woolmen
Mark Huxley, WC of Entrepreneurs
Dr Alan Punter, Worshipful Company of Insurers
Frances Golland, Guildhall Art Gallery
Professor Magda Hercheui, UCL
Russell Penny, WC of Security Professionals
Agnes Xavier-Phillips JP DL FLSW, Past Master and Liveryman of various London Liveries
Mrs Elizabeth Mary Cowper-Coles, Farriers Consort
John Peter Cowper-Coles, Worshipful Company of Farriers
Ms Emma Parker
Roy Blackwell, Past Master Worshipful Company of Educators
Miss Nicola Cohen
Event Supported By
Highlights from 2024
Tickets & Booking
EARLY SUPPORTER
£85
Limited Availability
STANDARD
£95
per person
Early Supporter tickets are limited and allocated on a first-come basis:
• Available until Friday, 24 April 2026 or until the first 100 tickets have been purchased
• A further 30 tickets will be released at the standard rate until Tuesday, 26 May 2026, subject to availability
3% of this ticket supports The Sheriffs’ & Recorder’s Fund.
A Cause for Giving
From its inception, Shrieval Reflections has carried a charitable dimension. In 2024, £800 was donated from the inaugural gathering in support of The Sheriffs' & Recorder's Fund, continuing the Sheriffs' long-standing tradition of philanthropy.
In 2026, 3% of all ticket proceeds will support the Fund, embedding charitable impact within the structure of the event itself.
The choice of three carries a quiet symbolism. In Chinese philosophy, it is often associated with growth, harmony, and the unfolding of all things — a small but intentional nod to the hope that each gathering continues to build, connect, and give forward.
By attending, guests take part in a growing civic tradition — contributing not only to dialogue, but to meaningful support for those facing hardship.
Photography & Filming
The evening will be photographed and filmed. A recording will be made available following the event. If you would prefer not to be featured, please indicate this when booking your ticket.
Food & Drink
Guests will enjoy a relaxed and sociable dining experience, with bowl food served throughout the evening reception — allowing for ease of movement and continued conversation.
All tickets include two drinks per person, with a choice of beer, wine, or soft drinks.
Indicative Menu Highlights
Quinoa, kale, pomegranate, pumpkin seed & avocado salad(Plant-based)
contains gluten, mustard
Thai-style beef & noodle salad
contains egg, gluten, soya, nuts, sesame
Paneer makhani with cumin-infused rice(Vegetarian)
contains dairy, nuts
Spinach & ricotta tortellini with tomato and roasted pepper pesto
contains dairy, egg, gluten, nuts, sulphites
Beef bourguignon with creamy mashed potatoes
contains dairy, celery, mustard
Seasonal berry Eton mess with vegan meringue (Plant-based)
contains soya
Food will be served at key moments during the evening, including reception bites on arrival and bowl food during the closing reception.
If you have dietary requirements, we will do our best to accommodate.
Event Sponsor
One Opportunity Available
£3,500
Align your organisation with Shrieval Reflections 2026 — an intimate, high-trust civic gathering at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul's, bringing together senior City professionals, civic leaders, and those engaged in service to the City.
Your support helps make the evening accessible while sustaining the quality, setting, and charitable contribution at the heart of the event.
Includes:
- A hosted table for 10 guests
- Acknowledgement within the programme and from the platform
- A full-page advert within the printed programme booklet
- Logo inclusion in the closing credits of the Shrieval Reflections event film and post-event highlights
- Opportunity to display a roll-up banner (to be supplied by the sponsor)
- Recognition as a named supporter of the 2026 Shrieval Reflections
Sponsors are seated within the room, offering the opportunity to host guests and engage directly with those shaping the civic life of the City.
A considered presence
This is not mass exposure, but meaningful presence — a thoughtful alignment with stewardship, civic reflection, and the ongoing life of the City.
Enquiries
To express interest, please contact: chris.seow@LMReflects.London
If this feels aligned with your organisation's values, we would be delighted to hear from you.