CITMA Christmas Lunch

Join us for a sumptuous celebration at our renowned Christmas Lunch, a cornerstone of the festive season.

Picture yourself amongst 600+ trade mark attorneys, IP professionals and industry leaders, all gathered in one magnificent venue. From emerging practitioners to seasoned experts, this is your chance to engage with the full spectrum of our profession.

We will be returning to the first-class surrounds of the Royal Lancaster to enjoy a four-course menu curated by world-class chefs.

Whether you attend with colleagues, clients or make friends once you arrive, our Christmas Lunch is an unmissable event that brings together all corners of our community.

The lunch will incorporate the presentation of the CITMA awards, including the prestigious Sheila Lesley Volunteer of the Year Award, marking some of our profession's achievements over the past year.

Along with our awards celebration and lunch, you will also enjoy a drinks reception and will hear from CITMA President Kelly Saliger.

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Making your booking

The majority of our tables will seat 10 guests, in addition to a handful of 12-seater tables.

In order to ensure that you can sit with your colleagues, please book together. Our limited number of 12-seater tables are particularly popular and typically sell out within the first few weeks – secure yours now.

Alternatively, come along as an individual or small group and make new friends on the day.

If you don't know all your table's guests yet, you can save seats by checking 'I don't know this delegate's details yet'.

Please note - this year we are using an external platform to take bookings, if you need any support please email: [email protected]

Pricing

Member super earlybird - available until 29th August - £154 +VAT
Standard super earlybird - available until 29th August - £174 +VAT

What to expect on the day

12pm - Networking drinks reception in the Nine Kings Suite with a glass of prosecco on arrival
1pm - Welcome address from CITMA President Kelly Saliger in the Westbourne Suite
1:05pm - Four-course meal
2.50pm - Awards celebration
3pm - Drinks reception with cash bar in the Nine Kings Suite
5pm - Afternoon comes to a close

Menu

Your menu for the day will be announced soon, as ever the four-course menu will be curated by the world-class chefs at the Royal Lancaster.

Please indicate any dietary requirements during the online booking process.

Pre-ordering drinks

Pre-order your wine and drinks directly from the Royal Lancaster and your selection will be waiting for you at your table. More information on how to make your selection will be available closer to the event.

Celebrating success

Our Christmas celebration will include the presentation of the CITMA awards, which mark the highest grades achieved by trade mark students in the UK.

Once again, we will be presenting the Sheila Lesley Volunteer of the Year Award, which will celebrate outstanding contribution from a volunteer who has given their time to the profession.

We’ll also present the following awards:

• CITMA Award for the highest mark achieved by a student member on the:
• Trade Mark Law and Practice Postgraduate Certificate at Queen Mary University of London
• Professional Certificate in Trade Mark Practice course at Nottingham Law School
• Postgraduate Certificate in IP at Bournemouth University
• Intellectual Property Law Postgraduate Certificate at Brunel University
• Roy Scott Award to the student who achieved the highest mark on the CITMA Paralegal Course

Reaching the hotel

The Royal Lancaster is easily accessible by public transport, with both Lancaster Gate and Paddington stations less than a ten minute walk away. To explore the hotel’s location on Google Maps, please click here.

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Last year's Christmas lunch

Please note:

• Payment can be made via bank transfer or payment card - please select at checkout.
• Payment will be taken by Seren Events on behalf of CITMA.
• You can pay via payment card or invoice. 
• Full terms and conditions apply.
• By registering you agreed to abide by our code of conduct.
• Closing date: 21st November 2025

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