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To Be Announced
Details of this year's breakout workshops will be shared soon.
TBA
57th Annual Gathering · 2026
Awakening
in the City.
Wednesday, 14th October 2026 · Goldsmiths' Hall
In the heart of our vibrant Square Mile, we gather to pray for the City of London and all its people. Whether you work here, live here, or simply carry a heart for this place, you are welcome.
Date
Wed 14 Oct 2026
Doors
7:20am
Programme
7:30 – 9:00am
Venue
Goldsmiths' Hall
Book by 7th October. Admission by ticket only, on your mobile or a paper copy.
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A gathered City,
in prayer.
The City Prayer Breakfast has, for over half a century, provided an annual focus for people who work in, or who have a heart for, the City of London to meet together and pray in the name of Jesus.
This is also an opportunity to connect with business leaders, key workers and Civic Officers over an unhurried breakfast in one of the City's most beautiful Livery Halls.
We are delighted that this year's breakfast falls during the National Week of Prayer (10–18 October 2026), a movement of prayer gathering followers of Jesus from every denomination across the British Isles.
Invitations are forwarded in Spring. Places must be booked by 7th October.
Live worship
Sung worship led from the platform sets the tone for the morning.
Meaningful connections
Meet business leaders, Civic Officers and City workers over breakfast.
Historic venue
Held in one of the City's most beautiful Livery Halls, rich in heritage.
Our Aims
Love and
reconciliation.
Serving Christ in the Workplace
As we gather in the spirit of love and reconciliation as Jesus taught us over 2,000 years ago, the aims of the City Prayer Breakfast are:
- to encourage people to pray for the City, for those of all faiths and none who live or work within it, and for the influence that the City has within the UK and beyond
- to celebrate the community that exists amongst Christians in the City
- to encourage people working in the City to be ambassadors for Christ within their workplaces
The Morning
Programme & timings
The main programme runs 7:30 – 9:00am. Optional breakout workshops follow until 10:15am, choose one when you arrive.
- 7:20am
Registration opens
Arrive at Goldsmiths' Hall and check in with our welcome team.
- 7:30am
Breakfast
Coffee, tea and a light breakfast in the historic Livery Hall.
- 7:30am
Main programme begins
Live worship, prayer for the City, and our keynote address.
- 9:00am
Main programme closes
The formal breakfast concludes with a benediction.
- 9:15am
Optional workshops
Choose one of three breakout sessions with our partners.
- 10:15am
Workshops close
Networking, prayer and departure, back to the City.
SP
Simon Pilcher
CEO, USS Investment Management
Past Speaker 2025
Simon Pilcher
Chief Executive Officer, USS Investment Management
"The City is not just a place of commerce, it is a place of people, and it is people that God delights to meet."
Simon leads one of the UK's largest pension investment managers, with over £75bn under management. He speaks from decades of experience in the City, on the quiet, steady work of faith in a demanding profession.
9:15am · Optional Breakouts
Three workshops.
Choose one.
After the main programme, stay on for a deeper conversation on the culture, technology and mission of the workplace.
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To Be Announced
Details of this year's breakout workshops will be shared soon.
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To Be Announced
Details of this year's breakout workshops will be shared soon.
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The Venue
Goldsmiths' Hall
One of the twelve Great Livery Halls of the City, Goldsmiths' Hall has stood on Foster Lane since 1339. Its Grade I-listed rooms provide a magnificent backdrop for an unhurried morning of prayer, breakfast and conversation.
Goldsmiths' Hall
Foster Lane · London EC2V 6BN
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Do I need a ticket to attend?
Yes. Admission is by ticket only, on your mobile or a paper copy. We cannot allow entrance without a copy of your ticket. Please book by 7th October 2026.
Can I buy a ticket on the door?
No — we are not able to sell tickets on the door. All tickets must be purchased in advance.
Is there a dress code?
Business attire is customary. The venue is a working Livery Hall in the heart of the City.
Can I bring guests or a table?
Absolutely. You can purchase multiple tickets in one booking. For tables of 10+, contact the organisers.
Are there tickets for those under 30?
Yes. We offer a discounted Under 30s ticket at £12 to make attending accessible for early-career professionals and students.
Wednesday, 14th October 2026
Take your seat
at this year's breakfast.
Standard tickets £25 · Under 30s £12. Places are limited and go quickly, book yours today.
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