We are delighted to invite you to the CLA Women's Network Drinks Reception on Tuesday 2 December, from 6pm to 8pm, at 70 Mark Lane. 

Join us for an inspiring evening with our guest speakers Eliza Ecclestone, Managing Trustee at St Clere Estate and Hattie Bryett, former CLA Charitable Trust Scholar in Agriculture & Animal Science. Eliza and Hattie will offer insights and perspectives from different career stages and life experiences, in the agricultural and rural sectors, both passionate about engaging more women in the fantastic opportunities rural jobs and livelihoods can provide.

Enjoy drinks and canapés courtesy of our generous sponsors, and take the opportunity to connect with fellow women members from across England and Wales in a welcoming and friendly setting.

Eliza (right) has worked as a family solicitor and is an accredited mediator specialising in family and estate succession disputes. St Clere Estate comprises a working farm, with residential/commercial property portfolio and managed woodland. Eliza has led a diversification of the business, including into large scale festivals and events, development as a film location and property renovation and development (where possible in the Green Belt!) Eliza has been awarded a British Empire Medal for services to her community, has been a member of CLA Policy Committee since 2019 and has chaired BREC since 2023.


Hattie (left) is a recent Agriculture and Animal Science graduate from Aberystwyth University. Since graduating, Hattie works as full-time as a receptionist at a veterinary clinic, while actively seeking opportunities to build her career in the agricultural sector. Hattie is committed to supporting and empowering more women and younger generations to engage with agriculture to understand its importance, appreciate its complexity, and recognize the rewarding careers it offers. 

Agenda:
6pm Guest arrival, drinks & canapés
6.30pm Welcome 
6.35pm In conversation with Eliza and Hattie
8pm Depart 

You will also be joined by our Director General, Bella Murfin, and other members of the CLA team, look forward to seeing you and hearing more about the brilliant things being done by women members to support rural England and Wales to thrive.

You can find out more about the CLA Women's Network here, and join our Facebook page or LinkedIn page to ask questions and advice, and to find out the latest news within the network.

To book onto this event, click the Book Now button below. (Please note non-members must be accompanied by a CLA member). We are required to take payment at the time of booking.
If you have any queries, please contact events@cla.org.uk.