President Denise Houghton welcomed forty-nine members and two guests to the Garden Rooms at Tennants for the meeting on April 17th. Important notices included changes to allergy details for catering, the forthcoming online payment system and a request for new Committee members.
After lunch, our raffle with eight Easter themed prizes was drawn. We were then joined by Jo Fletcher-Lee, Director and Jessica Fall, Jewellery Specialist from Tennants Auction House. Jo showed a video with the history of Tennants starting from the family shop in Middleham in 1876 and gave us a behind the scenes look at the business. We learned how the company has grown to become an international player in the world of Fine Art Auctions as well as hosting the event and exhibition rooms, gallery areas, café and restaurant. Jessica followed with an insight into her role in the Jewellery Department, one of the company’s most high profile and successful disciplines. Judy Metcalfe gave the vote of thanks to Jo and Jessica for their very enjoyable talk.
The next meeting on May 15th is our Members’ Day and AGM and is the final meeting of the season. If you would like more information about the Luncheon Club you can visit our website www.leyburnlunchclub.co.uk or contact the Secretary at ladies@leyburnlunchclub.co.uk
