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Christmas Lunch 2025

PAST EVENT

clock icon Tuesday 16th December 11:30 - 18:30

clock icon Old Billingsgate

Join over 1,200 senior industry hospitality attendees on 16th December at Old Billingsgate in London for one of the most anticipated events of the year.

This event celebrates our industry’s achievements over the past year, and gives you an opportunity to network with your peers and leading figures whilst enjoying a three course lunch and entertainment.

Agenda

11.30am: Arrival drinks reception

12.45pm: Speeches, lunch and entertainment

3.45pm: Networking reception

6.30pm: Close (An hour later than previous years!)

Dress Code

Business attire

When

Tuesday, 16th December, 2025

Where

Old Billingsgate
Lower Thames Street
London
EC3R 6DX

Tickets

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Sponsorship opportunities

For information on sponsorship opportunities at the UKHospitality Christmas lunch, or for any of our other events, please contact Becky Keilty.

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American Express is a global, premium payments and lifestyle brand powered by technology. Our colleagues around the world back our customers with differentiated products, services and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Founded in 1850 and headquartered in New York, American Express’ brand is built on trust, security, and service, and a rich history of delivering innovation and Membership value for our customers. With a hundred million merchant locations on our global network in over 200 countries and territories, we seek to provide the world’s best customer experience every day to a broad range of consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and large corporations.

American Express, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

Beluga Vodka is a distinguished super- and ultra-premium brand owned by Noblewood Group, renowned globally for its commitment to quality and craftsmanship. It is produced with utmost care, ensuring unparalleled quality and a smooth, refined taste. Best consumed with caviar, Beluga Vodka is the perfect choice for those who appreciate the finest things in life.

Beluga Vodka, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

BioHygiene is the UK’s leading biotech cleaning brand, helping over 10,000 businesses – from boutique hotels to national restaurant groups – cut environmental impact without compromising performance. Their enzyme and plant-powered products clean deeper and last longer, supported by nationwide service and training to drive efficiency, consistency and standout guest experiences.

BioHygiene, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

As Britain’s leading foodservice wholesaler, Brakes has been serving chefs across the country for more than 60 years. We deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. 

Brakes, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

Bums on Seats are sales experts for the hospitality industry. Delivering training, analysis and consultancy to support your business.

The team identify sales opportunities, create sales strategies and deliver tangible sales growth. The results speak for themselves.

• Over 3,000 hospitality professionals trained
• 50% bookings uplift
• 10% conversion rate uplift

Bums on Seats, Sponsors of Christmas Lunch

CarlsbergBritvic is a beverage powerhouse and home to some of the UK’s most iconic beers and soft drinks. As the UK’s largest multi-beverage supplier, its diverse portfolio - from 1664 and Poretti, to Pepsi MAX and J2O -delivers exceptional choice, nationwide service, and innovation that excites consumers and supports sustainability.

CarlsbergBritvic

Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, J&B and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is a global company, and their products are sold in nearly 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and the New York Stock Exchange (DEO).

Diageo, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

Ian Macleod Distillers is one of the most widely respected Scottish independent family firms in the spirits industry, with four generations of expertise in distribution, distilling, blending and bottling. The company owns four well-known whisky brands: Glengoyne, Rosebank, Tamdhu, and Smokehead; and owns and produces Edinburgh Gin.

Ian Macleod Distillers, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

Jägermeister is a premium herbal liqueur crafted from 56 botanicals, launched over 80 years ago by Curt Mast. Still produced in Wolfenbüttel, Germany, it’s bottled in Linden and Kamenz and exported to over 150 countries. Family-owned, the company employs around 1,000 people worldwide, delivering iconic quality and heritage.

Jägermeister, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

Mixologist’s Garden delivers premium garnishes that meet consumer demand for Perfect Serves while saving businesses time and cost. The sun-ripened, hand-selected fruit ensures superior flavour and presentation and extra-long shelf-life eliminates waste while reducing labour. Make your sustainability and operational efficiency effortless.

Mixologist's Garden, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

For over two centuries Molson Coors has been brewing beverages that unite people for all of life’s moments. Our growing beverage portfolio in the UK includes Carling, Coors, Doom Bar, Aspall Cyder, Atlantic Pale Ale, Cobra, Madri Excepcional, Pravha, Staropramen, Rekorderlig, Alpacalypse Session IPA and Monte Carlo Beer.

Molson Coors, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages is a standalone global business within the Nestlé Group. It is a leader in its sector with well-known, prestigious brands such as Buxton, Nestlé Pure Life, Princes Gate, S.Pellegrino, Sanpellegrino Italian Sparkling Drinks and Aqua Panna.

The aim: to provide sustainable hydration and high-quality waters around the world.

Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages

Pipers are the UK’s No.1 premium crisp brand in AFH growing +23% YOY. From our home in Lincolnshire, we make crisps as they should taste. We work with exceptional provenance partners that help us create taste that elevates experiences. Pipers pairs perfectly with drinks, encouraging guests to stay longer and enjoy more. Pipers - the perfect snack partner for your outlet.

Pipers, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

At Sector Associates, they take pride in delivering exceptional insurance solutions tailored to the needs of businesses. Their priority is to provide outstanding service, ensuring clients feel supported and protected at every stage.

Sector Associates, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

Sky Business is the business-to-business division of Sky.

No matter the size or sector, Sky Business keeps businesses connected and customers entertained with their next generation network and unmissable live sport and entertainment.

Sky Business, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

Thatchers Cider, a proud sponsor of UKHospitality, has been making cider on Myrtle Farm for 121 years. Turning juicy apples into a refreshing pint is a craft they’ve spent four generations perfecting, and it’s their passion for quality which delivers the perfect pint, every time.

Thatchers Cider

Bidfood is a leading foodservice provider supplying quality ingredients, catering solutions, and operational support to hospitality businesses across the UK.
Unity forms the dedicated alcohol branch of the business, offering an extensive range of beers, wines, and spirits, along with expert guidance to help venues curate outstanding drink menus and enhance their overall customer experience.

Bidfood, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch

SHS Drinks is a leading independent UK drinks manufacturer with a diverse portfolio including WKD, bottlegreen, Shloer, and Rocks. At its core is WKD, the UK’s No.1 Blue RTD brand, driving category growth through bold flavours, innovative launches, and dynamic campaigns that keep the brand relevant and future focused.

WKD, Sponsor of Christmas Lunch