All pupils are required by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) to satisfactorily complete a minimum of twelve hours of practical advocacy training, usually within their first six months of pupillage.

The Inn runs two advocacy training courses each academic year. Each course consists of  a series of in-person sessions as well as a residential weekend. 

As part of the pupils programme, the Inn also delivers a one day Practice Management Day (PMD). The PMD provides useful, practical information, directly from judges, clerks, solicitors barristers and accountants about all aspects of managing a practice at the Bar. 

The fee for the advocacy training course and PMD is £31. Please note, there are limited spaces on Course A and B. 

Compulsory Pupils' Advocacy Training Course 2025 -  Course A  (Oct/Nov). CLOSED

Compulsory Pupils' Advocacy Training Course 2026 - Course B (Jan/Feb). FULLY BOOKED

The next PMD will take place on Saturday 10 January 2026, Inner Temple, 09.45 - 15.30.