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The Agricultural Law Association is the UK’s largest inter-professional organisation devoted to the law and business of the countryside. We focus on the law in a non-partisan, apolitical way in order to promote its knowledge, understanding and development among those who advise rural businesses

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ALA 50th Anniversary Debate & Dinner – Blenheim Palace

Thursday 1 May 2025

2025 marks the 50th Anniversary of the ALA.  

There will be a number of events throughout the UK to mark this occasion, including specific events in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Details will be circulated as they become available.  

The first of our events that we have pleasure to announce is a celebratory drinks reception followed by formal dinner for Members at Blenheim Palace on Thursday 1st May 2025.

The drinks reception and dinner will be proceeded by a special Anniversary Debate (in the style of an Oxford Union Debate). 

Please note that the dress code for Dinner will be Black Tie.

We are also delighted to offer the option of an estate visit at Blenheim in the morning to a limited number of Members.

To book your tickets for the estate visit, debate and dinner please click here to be directed to the Eventbrite booking site which includes full details of the timetable of the event and accommodation.

Please note that the event at Blenheim is open to Members only

Time : 10.00am - 11.30pm

Come and Join Us

Membership of the Association is open to any professional of whatever discipline advising in rural business or any other person interested in the subject including those studying a recognised degree or diploma course whose application is approved.

The subscription is £100 per annum for Full Membership, £50 per annum for Retired Members and free of charge if you are a Student in full time education.

Please go to the Join the ALA section of the website or contact Mike Holland at enquiries@ala.org.uk or on 07885 643341 for more information.

Agricultural Law Association, Office 1, The Stackyard, Bulwick, Northamptonshire, NN17 3DY