The day was filled with sunshine, laughter, and community spirit. Guests enjoyed garden games and great food, with the standout attraction being CTT’s very own gladiator combat. Armed with foam batons atop a bouncy castle arena, team members faced off in a series of friendly (yet fiercely competitive) duels. One memorable clash saw Technical Director Spencer Tattam go head-to-head with Kishan Bilkhu, battling it out for the title of CTT Gladiator Champion.

The final showdown featured Co-founder and Director Bob Massey and Managing Director Andrew Houston - both former professional rugby players - in a highly competitive bout that ended in a bruising draw.

A charity raffle added to the excitement, with prizes donated by CTT staff and local businesses. The top prize - a spa break in Oxford sponsored by Formation Media - was won by Will Chiles, who also took home victory in the CTT Accountancy “Guess the Sweets” competition. Other winners received prizes including an Apple iPad.

The event was held in honour of Clive Ponder, whose passing at the end of 2024 left a profound impact on both the company and the estate planning industry. Known for his passion and visionary leadership, Clive was instrumental in shaping the values and direction of CTT Group.

The success of the BBQ has inspired CTT Group to plan future events that foster community, honour the memory of loved ones, and continue supporting vital charities such as Prostate Cancer UK.