Local Events

Join the Harrow Liberal Democrats in our target ward of Rayners Lane on Sunday, 25 January, for our next campaign Action Day — part of our regular work in the ward. Help us talk to residents (we’ll provide training and pair you with an experienced canvasser if you're new to canvassing) and deliver leaflets to share our message as we work towards our goal of 200 resident contacts each month.

Date: Sunday, 25 January
Time: 10:30am to 4pm, but you can join us at any time.
-> Morning Session: 10:30am to 1pm
-> Lunch: 1pm to 2pm at The Imperial Cafe, 238 Imperial Drive, Harrow, HA2 7HJ.
-> Afternoon Session: 2pm to 4pm
Lead Contact: Jacky Tran on 07405 953011. If you're arriving after 10:30am, please call to find out our latest location in the local area. 

 Come and join your Beaconsfield Lib Dem team for a drink and a chat. 

Join us for wine and nibbles with Rob Blackie, the Lib Dems' former London Mayoral candidate, on why the Liberal Democrats are the best party to take on Reform. 

Your ticket directly supports our May 2026 local election campaign. 

Can you help deliver leaflets beforehand? Sign up for our Campaign Session (6pm-7:30pm) before the social. 

come and join us etc

Warm up your January by joining Chippenham Liberal Democrats for an evening of Climate Change conversation over a glass of wine * and lite bites.

* or beer, soft drink, tea or coffee.

Kindly hosted by Pip and Chris Higman, this year, we welcome guest speaker Professor Richard Swarbrick to talk about "Finding Hope in the Climate Debate".

Come and meet Nick Hopkinson. 

Writer on international relations notably recent book published by Routledge “The Policies and Power of Public Diplomacy”; former Director, Wilton Park, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office policy forum and former chair, Liberal Democrat European Group (LDEG).

Join us for our first social event of 2026, taking things easy with a coffee morning for all members, whether old or new.

With the local election campaign in full swing, we'll also be providing some training on how to start canvassing. The more voters we can speak to between now and May, the more likely it is that we will bring back Liberal Democrat councillors to Dulwich, so do join if you'd like to join the team!

Join our fun evening quiz with a top notch quiz master for quiz, bar, pudding buffet, tombola and the launch of Yeovil Young Liberal Democrats - 2YLD.

If you wish, you can organise into Teams of up to 7 people, or we can do this on the night.  Interesting and fun team names are encouraged!

Members, supporters and guests all welcome - £5 per head; free for under 30 years old.

Come and join us for the Annual Dinner of the North Wales Liberal Democrats - which will mark the kick-off of our 2026 Senedd campaign.

We will be joined by the Welsh Party leader, Jane Dodds MS

Join the Woking Lib Dems for a delicious banquet at one of Woking's finest restaurants and a personal favourite of our MP!  

Set menu will include a selection of cold and hot starters:

•Hummus
•Moutabel
•Fattouche
•Falafels 
•Halloumi cheese 
•Soujouk
•Jawaneh

Followed by a selection of main courses:

•Mix grills
•Mix shawarma
•Moussaka
•Tawaya chicken

All food Halal. Vegetarians very well catered for. Please let us know of any dietary requirements or allergies when booking

Join us for an evening of Scottish tradition as we honour the beloved poet Robert Burns. 

Date: Thursday 22nd January
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Location: Jill Newbrook's Flat (Basement, 112 Goldhurst Terrace, NW6 3HR)
Dress Code: Smart Casual (Feel free to wear your tartan!)

Cost £25
Includes Haggis (vegetarian option available); Neeps & Tatties, Dessert and Drinks. 

Let's raise a toast to the Bard and celebrate the rich heritage of Scotland together! 

Join us for an evening of Scottish tradition as we honor the beloved poet Robert Burns.

Dress Code: Smart Casual (Feel free to wear your tartan!)

Let’s raise a toast to the Bard and celebrate the rich heritage of Scotland together!

Celebrate the birth of Robert Burns with traditional poems and speeches followed by a wee dram and a little Scottish dancing.

Bring your friends!

Dress: Smart / kilts

Mole Valley Liberal Democrats invite you to a Gala Dinner

on Saturday, January 24th 2026; 7pm until midnight; at Hartsfield Manor, Sandy Lane, Betchworth, RH3 7AA

Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, fine dining, and inspiration as we mark an historic milestone for Dorking and Horley — the election of our first Liberal  MP in over a century: Chris Coghlan.

Your evening will feature special guest Arthur Snell. As the World heats up, so do the global tensions shaping our future - join the former diplomat and geopolitical writer for a riveting exploration of power, climate and change.

Dress Code: Lounge suits and dresses

Tickets: £75 per person

Your ticket includes a welcome drink, a sumptuous three-course dinner, and an evening of exceptional entertainment in the elegant surroundings of Hartsfield Manor.

Let’s raise a glass to our shared success and a bright Liberal Democrat future!

THE TAUNTON AND WELLINGTON LIBERAL DEMOCRATS BURNS' SUPPER

onSaturday 24th January 2025 at 7pm

at @2K Theatre, Former Railway Works, Taunton TA1 1QP

Including:

• Our famous haggis, neeps and tatties,
• The magnificent poetry of Rabbie Burns,
• Highland entertainment,
• the wonderful Lib Dem raffle
• some people in kilts and
• the bar open throughout!

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Put your knowledge to the test at our LibDem quiz night, hosted by Councillors Mike Rollings, Alex Coomes and Andy Burton.

Tickets include a hot and cold buffet and a complimentary drink on arrival. A pay bar will be open throughout the evening with wine, beer and soft drinks available

Come and join us for a drink and a natter at Cheyne Walk in Northampton.

Whether a member or supporter or just curious about what we’re up to, everyone’s welcome. Meet with like minded people and chat about the issues of the day.

Please do try and RSVP as so we can get an idea of who is coming.

There is ample parking mat the Club but you will need to register when you enter so you don't have to pay.

Contact James Tarry for more details: jamesrtarry@gmail.com

Your local Lib Dem councillors invite you to join them to discuss Ed Davey's New Year Speech over a drink and nibbles.

Watch the speech followed by a discussion in a private room. 

Invited friends welcome as well as Liberal Democrat members and supporters.

Reflections on a Liberal London; In conversation with Lord Palmer of Childs Hill

Lord Mark Pack writes…
“Monroe describes his early style of political campaigning as “community politics before we knew what it was called”. His time as a councillor included several years as Cabinet Member for Regeneration encouraging the regeneration of Barnet’s high streets.

Lord Palmer is currently the Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson (Work and Pensions) in the Lords.

Dr Sarah Hoyle joined the Lib Dems in 2009. She has been an active campaigner, standing in numerous elections and was the parliamentary candidate for Finchley and Golders Green in 2024. She is passionate about creating worthwhile community spaces.

This is a membership and friends event hosted by the Barnet Liberal Democrats

Please join the Watford Liberal Democrats for our Annual Dinner with Extra Special Guest Speaker with Sir Ed Davey MP.

2 Course meal & welcome drink included in the price!

Tickets are limited, so please reserve your place ASAP.

Please save the date – Thu 29th Jan – for our fundraising event to be held at the Carpenters Arms from 7pm.

If you have any Christmas presents or other items that you would like to donate, then we will be pleased to auction these to help pay the costs of our campaign to win seats on Westminster Council. For further details, please visit:

https://www.westminsterlibdems.org.uk/documents/fundraiser

There will also be an opportunity on the 29th for you to meet the candidates for our target ward (Marylebone) - Luis Garcia, Martin Kersh and Helen Toeman. Tickets will cost £10.

Join Arran, Afzal and Naomi, for an evening power hour in Grove Green. Volunteers old and new are welcome.

Meeting outside the Heathcote on Grove Green Road. Contact is Arran Angus on 07805 331865.

Come and help our Kelsey & Eden Park team deliver their latest focus leaflet - and come and have a chat at the local pub afterwards! We're meeting at the junction of Groveland Rd and Croydon Road (BR3 3PT)

Join the Bromley Team for an hour of activitiy as they talk to residents about local issues.

Meet at junction of Sandford Road and Westmoreland Road (BR2 9AW)

Come and join the Chelsfield team as they talk to residents about local issues and concerns and deliver our recent leaflet. We'll be meeting at junction of Vancouver Road and Tregony Road

Sarah Olney, MP for Richmond Park will be joining the Stockwell East team for a canvassing session from 6.00. Post canvassing Sarah will stay for an informal chat/Q&A with members about her parliamentary roles and current politics. This will be held at a local pub.

We will be meeting outside Stockwell Tube station

We want you to be part of our excellent campaign in Grove Green. Take part in our power hour of delivery and canvassing.

Meeting on the corner of Albert Road and Francis Road. Contact is Arran Angus on 07805 331865.

Join us for a wonderful evening celebrating Burns Night in January. Lots of fun to be had from Haggis tasting to ceilidh dancing !

Ticket includes buffet. Full bar available on the night ! 

*** Please do let us know if you have any dietary requirements we should be aware of as soon as possible ***

Join us for a wonderful evening celebrating Burns Night in January. Lots of fun to be had from Haggis tasting to ceilidh dancing !

Ticket includes buffet. Full bar available on the night ! 

*** Please do let us know if you have any dietary requirements we should be aware of as soon as possible ***

Come and join the Chelsfield team as they talk to residents about local issues and concerns and deliver our recent leaflet. We'll be meeting at junction of Malvert Road and Eton Gardens

Whether you're a regular activist or new to campaigning, everyone is welcome. Come along, get involved, and help us grow.

Meeting outside the Heathcote on Grove Green Road. Contact is Arran Angus on 07805 331865.

Please come along to this important campaign briefing where we will explain our exciting plans for this year’s County Council elections and for the next General Election. 

Join us for the 2025 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough County Conference!

Come along and connect with our Cambridgeshire MPs, councillors, candidates, local Lib Dem leaders, and fellow members for an inspiring day of discussion and campaigning.

We’re also delighted that Victoria Collins MP has agreed in principle to be our keynote speaker (to be confirmed). It will be a fantastic opportunity to hear insights from Westminster and discuss how we can win across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

It’s a great chance to meet others, share ideas, and play your part in shaping the future of our region. We look forward to seeing you there!

Ticket prices include: conference admission, lunch, teas and coffees.

Join us for our January Action Day with LDCRE (Liberal Democrat Campaign for Race Equality)! ✊🌈

We’ll have a fantastic team of canvassers targeting Holywell and Vicarage wards. List numbers will be shared in the group description closer to the day. 

During the lunch break, we’ll have a photo session to capture great shots of candidates and the team - perfect for the campaign! 📸

When: Saturday 31st January, 10:30–3:30 (lunch provided!)
What: LDCRE Action Day & Photo Day
Where: Meet at Peter Kloss' house, then head to Vicarage and Holywell wards
Who: Everyone welcome - we need you! 🧡

Come and join the Orpington team as they talk to residents about local issues and concerns and deliver our recent leaflet. We'll be meeting at the junction of Felstead Road and Park Avenue (BR6 9EE)

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

• The first Saturday of each month from 11-12.30pm at Sandgate Farmers Market in the Chichester Hall, 70 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3AR;

Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!

An opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal at Wimbledon's finest Indian restaurant in support of our local candidates standing for election 7 May. 

Date: Monday 9 February
Time: 19.30-22.00
Location: Bombay Delight

Special Guest Speaker: Luke Taylor, MP for Sutton & Cheam, Lib Dem spokesperson for London and 2019 parliamentary candidate for Mitcham and Morden!

Tickets available now. Reserve your place today! All proceeds will go to Merton Lib Dems 2026 elections campaign fund.

Please find menu which will be served as sharing dishes below, the meat is Halal. Please email any dietary requirements to Emily at events@mertonlibdems.org.uk

Menu

Starters

Basket Of Poppadum with Dips & Chutneys (Ss)

Samosa Chat
Crispy samosa with chickpeas, fresh onion & tomato in a mint, tamarind sauce (G, D)

Chicken Tikka
Tender off-bone chicken,
“marinated overnight” in natural yoghurt & Kashmiri chillies (D, M)

Mains
Bombay Butter Chicken (D, M)

Paneer Butter Masala
Slightly smoked Indian cheese cooked in caramelised onion, Bombay style tomato sauce (D, M)

Saag Aloo
Fresh spinach & potatoes cooked with onion, garlic & house spices
Steam Rice | Pulao Rice

Basket of Nan
Garlic Naan | Plain Naan | Tandoori Roti (G, D)

(G - Gluten, D - Dairy, M - Mustard, N - Nuts, Ss - Sesame)

Join acclaimed historian, broadcaster, podcaster, and author Dan Snow for a captivating evening of insights and storytelling in Chandler’s Ford.

With his trademark insight and storytelling flair, Dan will unpack how populist movements have shaped societies, toppled empires, challenged the status quo across centuries, and what history tells us about where it might lead next.

Dan has fronted more than 20 major history programmes for the BBC, Channel 5, History Channel, and others, including recently presenting his latest TV show on Channel 5, ‘Dan Snow and the Lost City’.  

As well as history, Dan has covered many live events, often with a military links, like Trooping the Colour and commemorations of the Falklands conflict, as well as current affairs programmes including Who Really Owns Britain and What Britain Earns. He is the host of the History Hit Podcast.

Known as "The History Guy," Dan brings the past to life with the same wit, passion, and sharp insight that have made his podcasts, documentaries, and books so successful. Whether he’s uncovering hidden secrets from ancient civilizations or sharing dramatic moments from modern history, Dan’s storytelling is not to be missed.

Thank you for registering for the Welsh Liberal Democrats Spring Conference 2026!

Important Information:

• This registration form is exclusively for members of the Liberal Democrats.
• Registrations, including those made in error, are non-refundable.
• Transfers to another party member are allowed until Friday, 27th February 2026. To request a transfer, please email conference@libdems.wales.

Conference Dinner:

• Tickets for the Conference Dinner can be purchased during checkout.
• Members are welcome to buy additional dinner tickets for friends and family. Guests do not need to be party members.

Other Registration Options:

• Staff: Party staff (anywhere within the federal structure), and those working for a Liberal Democrat MS, MP or MSP can apply for staff registration here.
• Observers: Representatives from organisations and members of the public can register as Conference Observers here.
• Opportunities: Information on how commercial organisations, charities and party-affiliated groups can engage with the conference is available here.
• Media: Register for a Press pass here.

We look forward to seeing you at the Conference!

Thank you for purchasing tickets for the Welsh Liberal Democrats Spring Conference Kick-off Social 2026!

Important Information:

• This booking form is exclusively for members of the Liberal Democrats to use.
• Members may buy additional event tickets for friends and family. Guests do not need to be party members.
• Bookings, including those made in error, are non-refundable.
• Transfers to another party member are allowed until Friday, 27th February 2026. To request a transfer, please email conference@libdems.wales.

Conference Registration Options:

• Members: Party members can register here.
• Staff: Party staff (anywhere within the federal structure), and those working for a Liberal Democrat MS, MP or MSP can apply for staff registration here.
• Observers: Representatives from organisations and members of the public can register as Conference Observers here.
• Opportunities: Information on how commercial organisations, charities and party-affiliated groups can engage with the conference is available here.
• Media: Register for a Press pass here.

We look forward to seeing you at the Conference!

Thank you for purchasing tickets for the Welsh Liberal Democrats Spring Conference Dinner 2026!

Important Information:

• This booking form is exclusively for members of the Liberal Democrats to use.
• Information on Conference Dinner tickets for representatives from organisations can be found here, while Party, Senedd and Westminster staff can apply for tickets here.
• Members may buy additional event tickets for friends and family. Guests do not need to be party members.
• Bookings, including those made in error, are non-refundable.
• Transfers to another party member are allowed until Friday, 27th February 2026. To request a transfer, please email conference@libdems.wales.

Conference Registration Options:

• Members: Party members can register here.
• Staff: Party staff (anywhere within the federal structure), and those working for a Liberal Democrat MS, MP or MSP can apply for staff registration here.
• Observers: Representatives from organisations and members of the public can register as Conference Observers here.
• Opportunities: Information on how commercial organisations, charities and party-affiliated groups can engage with the conference is available here.
• Media: Register for a Press pass here.

We look forward to seeing you at the Conference!

The next meeting of our Executive Committee will be held on 14th January 2026 via zoom.

The meeting starts at 7pm.  All members of the Bromley party are welcome to attend the meeting and, if time permits, participate, but only members of the Committee can vote.  The meeting will also be online - the zoom code is:

us06web.zoom.us/j/85218198741

The Executive Committee plays a vital role in steering the direction, of the local party, ensuring good governance, and supporting campaigning efforts. Members are elected to positions on the Executive Committee every year at the AGM, normally held in November. 

Dear colleague,

LDCRE warmly invites you to The Leaders a 90-minute online Google Meets event bringing together the Liberal Democrats’ leadership team at a crucial moment for the party.

Speakers

• Party Leader: Ed Davey will not be appearing
• Party CEO: Lord Mike Dixon
• Party President: Josh Babarinde MP

Chaired by: Victoria Collins MP
Questions put by: Hina Bokhari AM and Roderick Lynch

Topic of the day
A more diverse and modern party.

With new leadership personnel in place, some things may be done differently. What will not change is the LDCRE mantra: talk to all of the people, all of the time.

As we enter 2026, with local elections fast approaching in May, this is a timely opportunity to hear directly from our leaders about their vision, drive, and conviction to build on the party’s strong performance in 2025 and push further forward.

All questions will be submitted in advance, reviewed, and shared with the panel ahead of the event to ensure a focused and productive discussion.

Event details

• Format: Online (Google)
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Theme: On Our Way

Please register via Eventcube for what promises to be an informative and forward-looking event.

Question submissions and event administration

• Nicole Turner, LDHQ – nicole.turner@libdems.org.uk
• Dr Mohsin Khan, LDCRE Vice Chair
• Sean Worrell, LDCRE Communications – hello@ldcre.org.uk
• Anton Georgiou, Event Management

LDCRE Executive 2026
Roderick Lynch, Chair

We look forward to welcoming you and starting 2026 with clarity, energy, and purpose.

Best wishes,

 LDCRE Events Team

THIS IS A SENEDD CANDIDATE ONLY EVENT

We welcome all candidates to join us for an online action-fulled 2 hour evening event with our leader Jane Dodds MS.

We will be contacting local members to encourage them to support your Senedd Campaigns anyway they can. 

Fed up of shouting at the TV Passionate about your community?

If you think you’re too old or too young, too loud or too quiet or just that politics isn’t for people like you, then please sign up today for one of these online sessions for people from under-represented groups (women, LGBT+, ethnic minorities and disabled people) to find out why we need YOU to stand as a unitary councillor in Hertfordshire.

Daisy Cooper MP, will be joined by Herts County Councillors Helen Campbell and Chris Lucas to talk about life as a councillor, what’s rewarding and challenging, the importance of having a diverse team taking decisions, and how to balance the role with work, caring or other responsibilities.

Photo: © Acabashi; CC-BY-SA 4.0; Wikimedia Commons

This session will focus on the Welsh Party's strategy heading into the Senedd Elections in May 2026. 

Cadan ap Tomos, Welsh Campaigns Manager, and Jane Dodds MS will have important insights to share about the approach to challenging Plaid Cymru.

Fed up of shouting at the TV Passionate about your community?

If you think you’re too old or too young, too loud or too quiet or just that politics isn’t for people like you, then please sign up today for one of these online sessions for people from under-represented groups (women, LGBT+, ethnic minorities and disabled people) to find out why we need YOU to stand as a unitary councillor in Hertfordshire.

Daisy Cooper MP, will be joined by Herts County Councillors Helen Campbell and Chris Lucas to talk about life as a councillor, what’s rewarding and challenging, the importance of having a diverse team taking decisions, and how to balance the role with work, caring or other responsibilities.

Photo: © Acabashi; CC-BY-SA 4.0; Wikimedia Commons