Club Events
Whether it’s a dining in or ball, a notable speaker or garden party, there’s a whole host of events organised by, and for, Strangers’ Club members – all being a great excuse for members to enjoy themselves with likeminded people.
The Societies and Groups at the Strangers’ Club organise a range of events, including external speakers, competitions and a variety of visits.
Strangers’ Club events provide an excellent way of making the most of membership. Enjoy time with other members, often with their partners. Come to the Summer Dinner Parties and Barbeques, Formal Dining-In and lunches such as the Beaujolais lunch.
Jenny Lind Speaker Supper
Mr Richard England, Consultant Paediatric Surgeon from the Jenny Lind Children’s Hospital will give us a talk on the life and work of Jenny Lind.
Jenny Lind’s early childhood in Stockholm was harsh, but once her beautiful singing voice was discovered she quickly rose to stardom across Europe as the, ‘Swedish Nightingale’. Her operatic career eventually brought her to England. An invite to perform in Norwich by Bishop Stanley in 1847 was the beginning of a friendship with not only his family but the whole city and helped establish the Jenny Lind Children’s Hospital. This is now one of the oldest such institutions in the country and still provides care to children from across East Anglia today.
Richard England grew up in West Norfolk and escaped to South Yorkshire to study Medicine. He trained in paediatric surgery in Sheffield, Leeds and Cape Town before accepting the lure of a consultant post back here in Norwich. He now specialises in paediatric colorectal surgery and incontinence disorders of childhood. Over the last 5 years he has been fascinated by the treasure trove of documents in the Norfolk archives relating to Jenny Lind’s link with the city, as well as some of the other illustrious characters who walked the wards of the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital. He is honorary secretary of the Norwich Medico-Chirurgical Society and a member of the Swedish Jenny Lind Society.
The talk will be followed by a two course supper and coffee. £30
Please book online or via the Club Steward. Members, partners and guests are all welcome.
If you have any queries, requests for dishes, smaller portion size, comments or dietary requests, please do not hesitate to contact Kim Donellan, the Club Steward at: steward@strangersclub.co.uk Tel: 01603 623814
Christmas Dining-In ‘Feast of St Stephen’
The Club will be holding two Dining-Ins to celebrate Christmas. Thursday 11th December and Monday 15th December 2025.
The event on the 11th December will be hosted by Club President, Stephen Thomson.
Menu
Starter: Chicken, Black & Black Pudding Terrine, Homemade Piccalilli, and Candied Hazelnuts
Main: Venison en Croute, Dauphinoise Potatoes, Creamed Sprouts with Bacon & Chestnuts, Blackberry & Juniper Jus, and Devils on Horseback
Dessert: Christmas Pudding, Custard and Brandy Butter
Cheese selection with Crackers and Port
You will be welcomed to the evening with a glass of fizz before moving to the Augustine Hall for a sumptuous dinner.
So, get out your glad rags, bring on your festive bonhomie and join your fellow members for an excellent evening of fine food and great company at the Strangers Club.
Please book online or via the Club Steward and advise of any dietary requirements.
Black Tie. Members, Partners and Guests welcome.
Christmas Dining-In ‘Sir Roberts Feast’
The Club will be holding two Dining-Ins to celebrate Christmas. Thursday 11th December and Monday 15th December 2025.
The event on the 15th December will be hosted by Club Deputy President, Robert Parsons.
Menu
Starter: Chicken, Black & Black Pudding Terrine, Homemade Piccalilli, and Candied Hazelnuts
Main: Venison en Croute, Dauphinoise Potatoes, Creamed Sprouts with Bacon & Chestnuts, Blackberry & Juniper Jus, and Devils on Horseback
Dessert: Christmas Pudding, Custard and Brandy Butter
Cheese selection with Crackers and Port
You will be welcomed to the evening with a glass of fizz before moving to the Augustine Hall for a sumptuous dinner.
So, get out your glad rags, bring on your festive bonhomie and join your fellow members for an excellent evening of fine food and great company at the Strangers Club.
Please book online or via the Club Steward and advise of any dietary requirements.
Black Tie. Members, Partners and Guests welcome.
No Christmas Jumpers...
The early bird. . its not quite Christmas. (Not) Christmas Jumper Lunch. . Christmas thursday. Hosted by Phil Easter. (NO JUMPER. . NO ENTRY) Lunch included. Beef Wellington.
Christmas Jumper Lunch & Prize Draw
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a bit of fun on the last Friday before the big day.
Yes, it’s time to dig out your most festive Christmas jumper and strut your stuff in the splendours of the Strangers Club. There will be a prize for the best, or should that be, the worst Christmas get up!
After lunch, the annual Christmas Draw will be drawn - you could even use your prize as a last minute Christmas gift - what more could you want from an afternoon of merriment, great food and amazing, friendly company in the Club.
This is a great event to invite male guests to and to get thoroughly into the Christmas spirit.
Please advise the Club Steward of any dietary requirements for you or your guests.
