The benefits of membership are:

 
  • A full programme of social events, ranging from events of historical interest, dinners and receptions in historic locations, to an Annual Banquet with the Lord Mayor at the Guildhall, and an Annual Service.  The events provide members and their guests the opportunity to meet fellow Freemen, to pursue their common interests in the City of London, and to visit places not normally open to the public.
  • The Guild's Journal, which reports on the previous year's activities and functions, details of the forthcoming year's events and contains articles of general interest.
  • Access to an exclusive members' area of the website.
  • Participation in activities organised by special interest groups within the Guild.
  • Opportunity to join the City Livery Yacht Club, which is exclusive to members of Livery Companies and the Guild of Freemen.
  • Eligibility to apply for membership of the City Livery Club. Amongst its many attractions, the club has popular bar and dining room facilities and a comfortable and well-appointed anteroom where coffee is always available.
  • Through a reciprocal arrangement between the Guild and the Honourable Company of Freemen of the City of London of North America, members can apply to attend selected events of the Honourable Company during visits to North America. Their website is http://freemenlondon.org

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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

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Guild Newsletter - 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
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