There are four Call ceremonies each year; Hilary (March), Trinity (July), Deferred Trinity (October) and Michaelmas (November).
To be considered eligible to be called to the Bar an individual must have successfully completed the following:
- academic component of training
- vocational component of Bar training (Bar training course)
- obtained the requisite number of Qualifying Sessions
- undergone the necessary fit and proper person checks (including obtaining a ‘Standard’ Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and, if necessary, the international equivalents)
An applicant can submit their Call to the Bar application before meeting all of the requirements above. Please read the guidelines for further information.
Call Dates
The 2026/27 Call ceremony dates are below:
- Trinity Ceremony (Full) – Thursday 23 July 2026
- Deferred Trinity Ceremony – Thursday 8 October 2026
- Michaelmas Ceremony – Thursday 26 November 2026
- Hilary Ceremony – Thursday 18 March 2027
Call certificate replacement
Can I get a replacement Call certificate?
Yes, please contact the Membership Registrar, Jude Hodgson, for a replacement (jhodgson@innertemple.org.uk)
How much is a replacement Call certificate?
Soft copies (digital) are currently £8, Hard copies (physical) are currently £12 each.
Can my certificate be delivered to me or will I have to collect it from the Inn?
We can post hard copies of your certificate to you or you may arrange collection with the Membership Registrar from the Inn.