The event at the iconic waterfront venue welcomed more than 100 guests from the Liverpool City Region’s business community, local politicians, civic dignitaries and charity partners.

Upon arrival, HRH was escorted on a tour of the stadium by Chamber chief executive Paul Cherpeau and Colin Chong, Chief Real Estate and Regeneration Officer at Everton FC, taking in the players’ tunnel and going pitchside to experience the scale of the 52,000-seater arena. 

HRH was then introduced to assembled groups at The Yard events space, including patrons and strategic partners of the Chamber and members of the Everton team responsible for developing and operating the Hill Dickinson Stadium, before unveiling a plaque commemorating the Chamber’s anniversary.

Before departing, she was handed a commemorative pin badge by Mona Hassan, chair of the Future Impact Board and a posy of flowers from Fiona Hornsby, a former patient of Liverpool Women’s Hospital, the Chamber’s charity partner of the year.

Paul Cherpeau said:

“This has been an incredibly special day for everyone associated with Liverpool Chamber. We were privileged to welcome HRH The Princess Royal to help commemorate this most special anniversary.

“The Chamber’s role as a cornerstone of our business community has been baked into our city’s fabric. From connecting businesses with contacts and opportunities across global markets to helping connect the world of education and business, we’ve sought to go where business needs us and ensure that we continue to be a trusted, authentic partner for them.

“We have been delighted to welcome all of our guests to the new home of Everton Football Club. The Hill Dickinson Stadium represents one of the most exciting and transformational projects in our city’s recent history. We are all excited about the impact it will have on both the football club itself and the wider area.

“As we celebrate 175 years of impact, we renew our shared commitment to the future. We will build on the legacy of those who came before us, and work together with our businesses and partners to ensure that Liverpool remains a vibrant, dynamic, and thriving place to do business, for many years to come.”