Events

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Events are published in August for the upcoming academic year (mid-Sept to the end of July). [The Inn does not typically run events during August and early September].

Click on an event below for full details and to book tickets.


The Inn organises a variety of events – most are held in person, with a smaller number held online and a number available in both formats. All details are subject to change and additional events may be scheduled throughout the year.

While many events take place at the Inn, some do take place in other locations, e.g. on circuit – please check the location of an event before booking.

Members of the Inn: to ensure that you receive the latest information about upcoming events please complete your Communication Preferences. And follow us on Twitter / LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook

Student members: you can filter the events list by Qualifying Session and by QS theme. Make sure you read through the Qualifying Session Requirements for Call to the Bar. It is your responsibility to plan ahead and make sure you complete them all.

4 Nov17:30
Private Guest Night | Academics
1 QS Point
CPD – Might be suitable for inclusion in an individual practitioner’s CPD plan.
Bench Commons
Advocacy Skills
10 Nov18:00
Parliamentary Papers
1 QS Point
Interactive and requires preparation in advance Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law
12 Nov18:00
US Legal Research [ONLINE]
1 QS Point
Interactive and requires preparation in advance Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
12 Nov18:15
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Workshop
1 QS Point
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Interactive and requires preparation in advance
14 Nov10:00
Northern Circuit Education Day | Advocacy Workshop (and Lunch)
1 QS Point
Advocacy Skills Interactive and requires preparation in advance
Bookings have not yet opened for this event
14 Nov13:15
Northern Circuit Education Day | Ethics Workshop & Lecture
2 QS Points
Ethics, Standards and Values Interactive and requires preparation in advance Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
15 Nov12:00
16 Nov18:00
Sherrard Practitioner Session | Expert Witnesses [ONLINE]
CPD – Might be suitable for inclusion in an individual practitioner’s CPD plan.
16 Nov18:00
Sherrard Practitioner Session | Expert Witnesses
CPD – Might be suitable for inclusion in an individual practitioner’s CPD plan.
19 Nov14:00
Effective Advocacy: Perspectives from the Malaysian Bench and the Bar [ONLINE]
1 QS Point
Advocacy Skills Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
1 Dec18:00
Middle Temple Disability Forum | Career Progression and Disability at the Bar: An Uphill Road?
1 QS Point
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
1 Dec18:00
Pupillage Advice Clinic: Applications [ONLINE]
1 QS Point
Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
2 Dec11:00
Effective Legal Research [ONLINE]
1 QS Point
Ethics, Standards and Values Interactive and requires preparation in advance Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
3 Dec17:45
A fresh look at ADR following Churchill v Merthyr Tydfil and amendments to the CPR
1 QS Point
CPD – Might be suitable for inclusion in an individual practitioner’s CPD plan.
Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law
3 Dec18:00
AI in Legal Research [ONLINE]
1 QS Point
Ethics, Standards and Values Interactive and requires preparation in advance Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law
4 Dec15:15
Cumberland Lodge Advocacy Weekend | 4-6 December 2026
4 QS Points
Advocacy Skills Interactive and requires preparation in advance
Check Event Info for details
8 Dec11:00
European Legal Research [ONLINE]
1 QS Point
Interactive and requires preparation in advance Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
16 Dec16:00
Staff Christmas drinks with Benchers
Check Event Info for details
11 Jan18:00
Introductory Evening for January Bar Course Starters
1 QS Point
Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
11 Jan18:00
Introductory Evening for January Bar Course Starters [ONLINE]
1 QS Point
Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
18 Jan17:45
Mediation Mastery: A Barrister's Secret Weapon
1 QS Point
CPD – Might be suitable for inclusion in an individual practitioner’s CPD plan.
Advocacy Skills Interactive and requires preparation in advance Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
22 Jan18:00
York Advocacy Weekend | 22-24 January 2027
4 QS Points
Advocacy Skills Interactive and requires preparation in advance
Check Event Info for details
26 Jan18:00
Effective Legal Research [ONLINE]
1 QS Point
Ethics, Standards and Values Interactive and requires preparation in advance Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing
26 Jan18:30
All Inn Dining | Preparing for Practice | Family
1 QS Point
CPD – Might be suitable for inclusion in an individual practitioner’s CPD plan.
Bench Commons
Interactive and requires preparation in advance Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing