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The public has been invited to celebrate HM Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th Birthday at a special Garden Party to be held in the magnificent grounds of the Geneva English School on Saturday, 28 May 2016.

With views over Lake Léman and the Haute Savoie, the school is a perfect location for the Garden Party, which is being organized by the Romandie West Region of the British Residents’ Association of Switzerland in collaboration with the Royal British Legion, the Royal Air Forces Association, the Commonwealth Association of Geneva, the Royal Over-Seas League, the British-Swiss Chamber of Commerce Geneva Chapter, the Victoria British Aid Fund and the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts’ Club.

The Guest of Honour will be the British Ambassador to Switzerland, HE David Moran, who will propose the Loyal Toast. The dress code for the occasion will be `smart casual ́ or national dress and decorations may be worn.

The Garden Party is open to all nationals who wish to show their respect for Her Majesty. It will feature finger food, drinks and entertainment, including music highlights from GAOS' recent performance of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and a special display of antique Rolls Royces.

There is parking for cars, otherwise guests are advised to take the “V” line bus from Cornavin Railway Station which stops outside the school. There is also a railway station at Creux de Genthod, some 10 minutes away.

Tickets purchased in advance will cost just Fr. 35.- per person. Alternatively you can pay Fr. 40.- at the entrance on the day. To facilitate catering arrangements, it is essential that intending participants register their contact details, preferably before Monday 23 May at the latest by completing the form, which can be downloaded from our website by clicking here. Further details about payment options can be found on his form.

HM Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th Birthday Celebration
Saturday 28 May 2016 at 17h30
Geneva English School
36 Route de Malagny
Genthod

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