61st Northern Branch Dinner

Guest Speaker

Jonathan Davies is one of world rugby's best known personalities. For Neath, Llanelli and Wales, he was in the great tradition of Welsh outside halves, the dynamic embodiment of flair, guile and vision. As a rugby league player he scaled the heights of the game with Widnes, Warrington, Canterbury Bulldogs, North Queensland Cowboys, Wales and Great Britain. Since retiring, he has been in great demand as a broadcaster, hosting shows on BBC1 and S4C, and providing quick-witted insight as a summarizer and pundit on club and international match days in both Rugby Union and Rugby League. In 2015 he was awarded an OBE for his charitable work in support of Velindre Cancer Centre. In 2026 he was awarded a CBE for his continued charity work and broadcasting. 

Hotel Rooms

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Charity - Elsies Story

We are supporting Elsies Story for the second year in a row. 

At the heart of Elsie’s Story is a deep commitment to bringing joy, support, and hope to children facing life’s toughest challenges. Inspired by Elsie’s journey, this charity was founded with a clear mission: to ensure that every child, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to create precious memories with their loved ones.

Life can be unpredictable, and for some families, time is incredibly precious. We believe that even in the face of adversity, moments of joy can shine through. Whether it’s organising special experiences, funding vital support, or simply offering comfort during difficult times, Elsie’s Story is dedicated to making a difference.

To make a donation via the Guilds JustGiving page please click here.

Bookings

Ticket and sponsorship bookings are now LIVE for this event. The branch have held ALL 2025 pricing. 

For more information on sponsorship opportunties, contact events@pipeguild.com

Booking is essential. To book a full table, please reserve 10 tickets. 10 tickets is the maximum number of seats available at one table.

Thank you to our event sponsors