The original “Fridge Dinner” will return for its 122nd occasion on 23rd February 2023 providing members and guests with the opportunity to meet new contacts, clients and friends while supporting the work and achievements of the Institute and the RACHP sector as a whole in areas such as education and environment.

Join us at the Leonardo Royal St Pauls in the City of London to take part:

  • Welcome drinks reception and ice carving
  • A three-course meal including 1/2 bottle of wine per person
  • Speech from the IOR President Graeme Fox FInstR
  • Awards for exceptional individual achievement in progressing our industry
  • After-dinner speaker - hear from Eddie "the Eagle" Edwards 
  • Fundraising for charity and the IOR Presidents' fund for education initiatives
  • Late bar until 2am with snacks provided

Tickets start at £147.00 + VAT for individual tickets

Companies can book tables for any denomination of seats

Sponsorship opportunities available from £500 contact us to find out more

Book now at https://ior.org.uk/annualdinner

 

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