Experience the Trial of the Pyx at Mansion House in 2026
The Trial of The Pyx has taken place at Goldsmiths’ Hall, in the City of London since 1871. However – due to an exciting renovation project taking place at the Hall – for the first time in history we are relocating the Trial and the Verdict to Mansion House in 2026. Security is high, spaces are limited, but we are thrilled to give forty people the chance to experience this ancient judicial ceremony in person!
A hopper filled with 999 gold coins to be sent for scientific testing at the London Assay Office following the opening of the 2025 Trial of the Pyx
The Trial of the Pyx is one of the UKs oldest forms of consumer protection. It is an annual ceremony where for more than 700 years, goldsmiths have been responsible for inspecting and scientifically testing the coins produced by the Royal Mint to ensure they meet the standards of precision, accuracy and exceptional craftsmanship for which it is internationally renowned.
In 2026 we are giving a limited number of people (20 members of The Company and 20 members of the public) the unique opportunity to experience a judicial ceremony which is as important today as it was in 1248, in person!
How to book your tickets
Tickets will be released on Wednesday 7 January 2026 - Please sign up to the Goldsmiths’ Company newsletter to be notified when tickets become available.
Essential information
Bookings open on Wednesday 7 January 2026 through links which will be posted on this page. We are unable to accept bookings over the phone.
The Trial of The Pyx is free to attend, and space is strictly limited to 40 visitors (20 members of The Company and 20 members of the public) – please note that there is a maximum allocation of two tickets per booking without exception.
Members of The Company (Freemen and Liverymen) must book their tickets through the Members’ Portal.
The trial will be held at Mansion House, London EC4N 8BH, on Tuesday 10 February 2026
Visitors will need to arrive no earlier than 9:15am to be seated by 9:30am, presenting their digital ticket and photo identification on arrival, before going through airport style security.
You must have a ticket booked in your name and valid photo identification (drivers license or passport) to be granted admission.
Proceedings will be completed no later than 12:00pm
Please be aware that elements of the Trial will be captured in both video and still imagery. These images and videos will be used for marketing and communication purposes and by booking tickets, and attending the Trial you grant the Goldsmiths’ Company, The Royal Mint, and any media organisations in attendance permission to use photographs and video that you may feature in.