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Admissions Ceremony 26th June 2019

Wednesday 26th June 2019

It was a busy day at the last Court meeting before the summer break. The Master received 30 new Guild......continue reading

Shrieval elections - Congratulations!

Monday 24th June 2019

Congratulations to Guild Court Assistant Chris Hayward CC on his resounding victory in the Shrieval elections for 2019-20. Chris will......continue reading

Hog Roast at the Master's Home and Concert at Saffron Hall

Sunday 9th June 2019

The Master and his wife Emma generously opened up their home to members by hosting a Hog Roast in their......continue reading

Supper and Beating Retreat

Thursday 6th June 2019

57 members and guests gathered in the historic Red Lion on Whitehall for an early supper before walking round to......continue reading

Masters Lunch and Tour of Guildhall

Tuesday 28th May 2019

The Master invited members to join him at Guildhall, where he gave us a guided tour. The Master, being Sheriff......continue reading

Ceremony of the Keys 2019

Wednesday 22nd May 2019

We were thrilled to attend a tour of the grounds of the Tower of London and the Ceremony of the......continue reading

Visit to Windsor Castle and Evensong at St George's Chapel

Monday 13th May 2019

The Master led two visits to Windsor and St Georges Chapel in order that 65 Guild members could enjoy a wonderful......continue reading

Annual Service and Supper at Wax Chandlers Hall

Thursday 2nd May 2019

The Guild held a lovely Annual Service on 2nd May at St Lawrence Jewry followed by supper at Wax Chandlers......continue reading

Tour of British Library and Supper at Carluccio's

Tuesday 16th April 2019


The Master arranged a private tour of the British Library; 45 Guild members and their guests were fascinated by the......continue reading

Admissions Ceremony April 2019

Wednesday 10th April 2019

It was lovely to welcome 11 new members to the Guild at their joining and welcoming ceremony at Tallow Chandlers'......continue reading

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""The Guild was formed in 1908 for all fellow Freemen of the City of London – today we number almost 1,600 members from all backgrounds, and from a wide range of professions. In addition, our Annual Programme is the City’s most extensive. It features events with privileged access for Members and their guests, ranging from opportunities to dine in London’s finest Livery Halls, to less formal activities. Our Annual Banquet is a highlight of the Guild’s calendar and attracts members from all over the world.

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Guild Newsletter - February 2026

Published - Thursday 5th March 2026

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Guild Newsletter - November 2025

Published - Wednesday 26th November 2025

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Guild Members Alderman Robert Hughes-Penney and Deputy Keith Bottomley become Sheriffs for 2025/6

Published - Tuesday 11th November 2025

Congratulations to Alderman Robert Hughes-Penney and Deputy Keith Bottomley, who become Sheriffs for 2025/6
We wish them every success in their......continue reading

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