Step into a world of innovation, engineering brilliance and ceremonial splendour as the Worshipful Company of Coachmakers and Coach Harness Makers hosts its Aerospace Awards Dinner 2026 – an evening celebrating the past, present and future of British and global aerospace and its people.
Held in the magnificent Drapers’ Hall, one of the City’s most opulent and historic Livery halls, this year’s 350th Anniversary Aerospace Awards Dinner promises to be one of the most spectacular aerospace-themed occasions ever staged by the Company.
From the golden age of flight to today’s cutting-edge aerospace engineering, the Coachmakers’ long association with mobility, ingenuity and service to the nation finds its perfect expression in this extraordinary night.
A night of aviation excellence, ceremony and fellowship
This is no ordinary Livery dinner. This is a celebration of the aerospace world at its most inspiring – bringing together industry leaders, innovators, engineers, aviators, and Coachmakers from across the country. An evening where we will bestow our largest number of awards and bursaries yet.
Drapers’ Hall
A jewel of the City of London, famed for its soaring ceilings, gilded interiors and unrivalled sense of grandeur. The perfect setting for an evening dedicated to the achievements of the aerospace community and to celebrate our award winners.
A tribute to some of the major aerospace landmarks of this century
Charting the evolution of the Coachmaking craft into the aerospace industry of today, we will mark some of the major aerospace anniversaries that will be celebrated during our 350th Anniversary Year.
Musical excellence and entertainment
The evening will soar with the help of the celebrated Salon Orchestra of the Royal Air Force, whose performances will bring a touch of ceremonial elegance and military style to the dinner.
Guest of Honour
We are honoured to welcome as our Guest of Honour, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton KCB ADC, Chief of the Defence Staff – the UK’s most senior military officer and the UK Armed Forces’ most senior aerospace engineer. His presence will make this a standout occasion in our celebration year.
You can expect:
· A sparkling reception at which Coachmakers and guests from the UK’s leading aerospace industries and its supporters will mingle and meet our exceptional award recipients.
· The RAF Salon Orchestra performing throughout the evening.
· A superb three-course dinner in the splendour of Drapers’ Hall.
· Fellowship, ceremony and a celebration of the aerospace world’s finest achievements and those yet to come.
· A sense of occasion that only the Coachmakers can create.
This is your chance to be part of a remarkable evening – honouring the innovators, engineers, aviators and leaders who continue to shape the future of flight.
Cost: £180
Dress: Black tie
Programme
1810 – Reception and aircraft model showcase
1900 – Aerospace Dinner commences
2300 – Carriages
Join us for an extraordinary night celebrating the spirit of aerospace innovation. Be part of the Coachmakers’ aerospace story.