Winter Lecture by Peter Shanks
For our Cruising winter lecture on Wednesday 21st February, we're delighted to be welcoming Peter shanks to present a talk on 'build and launch of cruise ships'.
As UK Managing Director for Silversea Cruises, and formerly President of Cunard Line – Peter will talk us through his experience of the design, build and launch of Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth and more recently the game-changing Silver Nova. Insights on the latest ship-building techniques and some interesting anecdotes from building three Cunard ships in 6 years as well as their special links with Royalty
The lecture will start at 18:30 prompt, so we recommend you arrive in good time to get a drink from the bar to take to your seat in the Island Room. If you are booked for supper, it will be served in the River Room after the lecture, please sit where you wish.
Book your seat and your supper
Members should book for supper no later than Friday 16th February, along with any dietary requirements.
We are thrilled to announce some exciting enhancements to our lecture offerings that will bring even more value to your experience with us. As part of this, we will be implementing a modest price adjustment from £15.00 to £17.95 for a main course and a choice of dessert for an added £4.00. This change reflects our ongoing commitment to providing top-notch quality and exceptional service. We are confident that the added benefits and improvements will exceed your expectations and make the adjustment worthwhile.
MENU CHOICES - 1 Course £17.95, 2 courses £21.95
Creamy Swiss Chard, Cavolo Nero and mushroom potatoes Gnocchi with 24-hour slow cooked venison Ragu
Grilled mackerel. French beans, new season potatoes, Mrs Beaton Gooseberry Sauce
Roast butternut squash with grains, buckwheat , chickpeas, pomegranate, crumbed British feta cheese, coriander dressing
Pannacotta
Selection of Ice cream
Flourless Cappuccino Cake
If you would like to attend the lecture without the supper, please also reserve your seat so that we can monitor numbers.