20. Mistress’ Consorts’ Lunch, 17 September 2018

The Mistress Water Conservator was kindly invited by the Mistress Gold and Silver Wyre Drawers, Amanda Walsham to a champagne reception and lunch at the Bvlgari Hotel in Knightsbridge in aid of the Lord Mayors’ Appeal. Accordingly, Wendy was delighted to attend and had a splendid time.

She joined circa. 90 other Mistresses and Consorts in this prestigious hotel which was only completed in 2012 (on the site of the old Normandie Hotel) and boasts a mainly silver interior theme. The reception was held in lovely bar area and the lunch itself in the Ballroom.

In her welcome the Mistress thanked all for attending and was pleased to note her Principle Guest the Lady Mayoress, Samantha Bowman who received a donation to the Lord Mayors Appeal. Guests were then given a most interesting talk by Dr Karen Watts from the University of Leeds on the history of Gold and Silver Wire Drawing and its use in fine garments and robes. Over the centuries there has been much use made of such crafts and even in the modern era it is still in demand.

Wendy took the opportunity to meet as many other Mistresses and Consorts as possible and was made to feel very welcome. By all accounts it was a lovely day and many new friends and acquaintances were made.

Thanks must go to the Hotel staff and to the Mistress for making is such a successful event.