During the year of office, the Lord Mayor supports two local charities. This year's charities are York Against Cancer and York and District Mind.

If you would like to make a donation to either of these charities via the Lord Mayor's and Sheriff's Charity Fund, please send us a cheque made payable to: "Lord Mayor of York's Charities"

Fundraising events

Wine and Cheese Evening - Friday 24 February

The Lord Mayor and civic party invite you to join them for a gourmet evening with some delicious wines from Wine Importer Geoff Walker and cheese from Julian from the new emporium 'Cheese Lovers'.  A perfect evening for wine and cheese lovers in the Mansion House. 

Tickets are available at £20.00 each from Guildhall reception.   Ticket price includes wine and cheese tasting plus nibbles.

Gourmet Night at York College - Friday 9 March 2012

The catering students at York College at cooking up a feast fit for a Lord Mayor.  Enjoy canapes and a 4 course gourmet meal, including wine tasting, in the Ashfield Restaurant.  Tickets £25.00.

Fashion Show - Thursday 15 March 2012

A showcase of fashions for men and women from a range of local designers and stores.  Including an opportunity to buy some stylish accessories for your spring wardrobe with great discounts.  Tickets priced £10, which includes a drink, and are available from Guildhall reception and York Against Cancer.

Gala Concert at York Theatre Royal - Sunday 25 March 2012

Join the civic party for a special variety show, featuring York's finest local talent including: Attitude Dance Club; The Shipley Family; New York Brass Band; Chirs Jay; York Light Opera Company; York Stage Musicals; JazzKats; Spirit of Harmony and Rebecca Newman.

Tickets are on sale at the York Theatre Royal Box Office, priced from £5-£10. Book ealry to avoid disappointment.

Ghurka Curry Night in the Guildhall - Friday 13 April 2012

Back again by popular demand.  The Ghurka chefs from 2 Signal Regiment will be cooking up a wonderful array of traditional Nepalese curries for your delight.  Tickets £20 available from Guildhall reception.

'Raising the theatrical curtain' - Wednesday 18 April 2012

A sequel to York Light Opera Company's well received 'a walk down the theatrical aisle'.  This demonstration will transform a model through the various ages from 17 to 70 based on the character of the Marchioness of Shane, the heroine of Noel Cowerds 'Bitter Sweet'.  A wonderful afternoon of historical fashion with tea and cake.  Tickets £7.50 available from Guildhall reception.

Lord Mayor's Charity Golf Tournament - Friday 20 April 2012

Join the Lord Mayor and Sheriff in the competition to win the 'Lord Mayor's Cup'.  An annual event in the civic calendar, with the kind permission of Pike Hills Golf Club.  Teams of 4 in a Stableford competition.  Entry fee £20 per player whcih includes a round of golf and coffee and bacon sandwiches before tee-off.

Entry form available on this page or contact the event co-ordinator, Glenda Taylor on (01904) 786650

and still in the planning stage, with more details to follow...