York Dinner 2026

A Light Dragoons Regimental Dinner

In aid of the Light Dragoons Peer Support Group

Following the success of the inaugural event in 2025, we are delighted to confirm that The York Dinner will now become a regular feature in the Regimental calendar.

The York Dinner 2026 will take place on Saturday 5 September 2026 at The Milner Hotel, York, beginning at 7.00pm.

This event supports and raises awareness of the Light Dragoons Peer Support Group and the valuable work it undertakes.

The dinner is open to all members of the Regiment, including currently serving and ex-serving personnel, as well as veterans of our antecedent regiments. Partners are very welcome to attend.

Venue

The Milner Hotel is located next to York railway station and is directly accessible from the platform, making travel straightforward from both the North and South.

Guests are welcome to arrive earlier, with access to the hotel bars available prior to dinner.

Please note that accommodation at The Milner Hotel is relatively expensive, but there are several more affordable options nearby. Guests are encouraged to book accommodation separately if required.

Cost

£15 per person

Programme

The evening will include:

• A three-course meal
• Guest speaker Capt Harry Amos (Retd), sharing his story of rowing the Pacific Ocean in 39 days and entering the Guinness Book of Records after running all seven Emirates in five days
• A Regimental DJ and dancing
• An auction in support of the Light Dragoons Charitable Trust, which supports the Light Dragoons Peer Support Group and the wider Light Dragoons family, including former members of our antecedent regiments. 

The aim of the evening is to bring Light Dragoons together across generations. Opportunities to gather as a Regiment are rare, and this dinner offers a chance to reconnect, share stories and celebrate our shared heritage.

We look forward to a memorable evening and to strengthening the bonds that endure across the Regimental Family.

Menu

Please select your menu choices when booking.

Starter

• Confit Chicken and Smoked Ham Hock Terrine
  Truffle and herb oil, fig chutney, toasted sourdough
• Leek and Potato Soup
  Chives and leek hay
  Vegetarian

Main Course

• Braised Blade of Beef
  Smoked bacon and leek champ, honey-roasted parsnip and carrot, braising jus
• Char-grilled Vegetable Wellington
  Char-grilled vegetables and rocket pesto layered in crispy pastry, caponata, kale herb oil
  Vegetarian

Dessert

• Profiteroles
  Chocolate-dipped choux buns filled with crème pâtissière

Tea, coffee and petit four will be served after dessert.

Dress Code

Smart attire is requested. Lounge suits and Regimental ties are encouraged.

Booking Information

Please include the full names of all attendees when booking.

Menu choices and any dietary requirements should be provided at the time of booking.

Light Dragoons ties are available to purchase from HHQ.

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