National Gala Dinner

Congratulations again to our Regional Awards winners! We invite you to toast the very best in UK manufacturing at this exclusive black-tie event, taking place at the iconic Madame Tussauds in London on Thursday 29 January 2026.

  

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About this event


About this event

Join us to network with peers, share industry best practice, and create new business opportunities. The magnificent event is the perfect opportunity to reward your teams and celebrate the successes of apprentices and organisations within manufacturing and engineering.

We will look forward to a wonderful evening of fine food and wine as we announce the national winners of the Make UK Manufacturing Awards.

Spaces will be limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Dress code: Black tie
Black tie, formal jackets and gowns are welcome.

Date: Thursday 29 January 2026

Start time: 6.30pm

End time: Midnight

Venue: Madame Tussauds, Marylebone Road, London, NW15LR

Dinner speaker 

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Shortlisted companies

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FAQs

Arrival is 6.30pm and the evening will end at midnight.

Please ensure you have informed us at awards@makeuk.org of any dietary requirements and the venue will cater for your needs.

You will be emailed the menu with the final joining instructions approximately 7 days before the event. It is a set menu and no changes can be made other than for those with special dietary requirements/allergies.

The table plan will be sent with the joining instructions and will be available on the evening. Several staff members will be present to help you find your table.

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There is no parking onsite but there are numerous car parks near to Madame Tussauds.

Please click here to book parking in advance (this car park is a 5-minute walk to the venue).

We don't have preferential rates available for this event. We do recommend that you use a comparison site (such as booking.com) to find accommodation.

Subject to availability, the hub by Premier Inn London Marylebone is located a 12-minute walk from the venue.