SOF Essex Lunch 2027

Simon Dougherty (G60-67) writes : Following the success of the Essex Lunch in May 2026, I have booked the same venue for 2027. So it will be held in a private room at Colchester Officers’ Club on Monday 26 January 2027 and you are most welcome to attend.

Colchester Officers’ Club is the last surviving Officer’s Club in the UK, founded in 1887.  Although membership was originally restricted to serving Army Officers and their families, the privilege of membership was gradually extended to civilians who eventually became the majority.  In 2001, the Army relinquished control of the Club and in July 2010 the club members purchased the freehold site. Unfortunately, shortly afterwards the clubhouse was destroyed by fire.  The Club has since been rebuilt and reopened its doors in July 2013 almost three years to the day after the fire.  (https://www.cgoclub.co.uk/about/history/).

Colchester Officers’ Club, Londinium Road, Colchester CO2 7NU is located in the City Centre and is a 7-minute walk from Colchester Town station (it is a 10-minute drive or 33-minute walk from Colchester North Station – the mainline station).  Car Parking is available on site and, as the Abbey Gate access is closed to vehicles, it is suggested that you follow the directions given here: https://www.cgoclub.co.uk/find-us/.

We will gather from noon in the bar and lunch will be served in a private room at 12.45pm; partners will be most welcome.  The meal from a set menu will cost £30 for 2 courses and £35 for 3 courses (this includes a 10% tip and tea or coffee to follow). Drinks will be a personal expense.  Menu to be confirmed nearer the time.  Please contact Simon if you are interest in receiving an invitation nearer the time – essexsupper@oldframlinghamian.com or 01206735224.