Teams to compete for Leadenhall Market’s coveted golden frying pan
Leadenhall Market’s 18th century pub – The Lamb Tavern – has announced its 16th annual pancake race, celebrating Shrove Tuesday in the City of London.
The legendary event will take place on Tuesday 4 March at 12.30pm. The annual tradition sees teams of four don bowler hats and take on a 20m relay of the Victorian cobbled alleyways of Leadenhall Market, to compete for the ultimate prize of the Golden frying pan.
Not only do the winners have their name inscribed on the fabled trophy, they also get treated to a Lamb Tavern Hamper, while those in second place receive a £50 bar tab and third prize picks up a bottle of prosecco. The losing team will be awarded the consolation prize of one of The Lamb Tavern’s scotch eggs, to split between the four of them. And if that’s not enough, all competitors will get a free pancake to fuel their energy.
Spectators can expect to be entertained by market personality Charlie from London City Shoeshine, the event’s resident commentator. And there will be countless pancakes available to enjoy, cooked by The Lamb Tavern’s head chef.
Free to enter, teams of four people can take part and must register beforehand at www.lambtavernleadenhall.com/#book, or by emailing lambtavern@youngs.co.uk.
Leadenhall Market’s boutique retailers, bars, restaurants and cafés will also be open for the event, welcoming participants and spectators alike.
Situated in the centre of the City of London’s financial district, the current Grade II listed Market building, designed by Sir Horace Jones, dates back to 1881. Its wrought iron and glass structure replaced the stone market previously created by Lord Mayor of London, Dick Whittington in the 15th Century. Now, the market is home to 24 restaurants, cafes and bars, which sit alongside 14 retail outlets, creating a hub for shopping and dining in the City.
Leadenhall Market is owned and managed by The City of London Corporation. For more information, visit: leadenhallmarket.co.uk