The Worshipful Company of Plumbers aims to support and make a difference within the ancient industry of plumbing. We assist and support charities and trainees, partner our industry through affiliations, and work closely with the Lord Mayor and the City of London.

Our news

Featured Event

Ladle Dinner 2024

On 12th November, the Senior Steward, Philippa Stary, and Stewards invite you to join them in entertaining the Master and Wardens in honouring the Immediate Past Master, David Adams, at this year’s Ladle Dinner and thanking him for all he has done for the Company over the last year. And on the occasion of his last day in office, the Clerk will give a short speech and propose the health of the Company.

Company News

Eddie’s Excellence Extolled

At the Court Installation Lunch, held on 16th October 2024, our new Master Charles Brooks presented an Excellence Award to recognise the significant contribution of Amberley Demonstrator Eddie McCourt. #PMWT

Featured Event

The Lord Mayor’s Show 2024

This free annual spectacular pageant attracts thousands of people into the City each year, all revelling in the excitement, splendour and history that this special event evokes and, as always, will include a substantial presence from the Livery. It’s a great day out for the whole family.

Look out for our newly installed Master and Wardens, along with our Clerk, who will be processing in a group of Ancient Livery Companies.

Company News

Election of Lord Mayor & Plumbers’ Lunch at Stationers

On 30th September, a good number of Liverymen from the Company, including the Master, who was processing, and the Wardens attended Common Hall at the Guildhall where we saw Alderman Alistair King DL elected by the Livery to be the 696th Lord Mayor of the City of London.

History

Hon. Archivist and Curator role

The role of the Hon. Archivist and Curator in general terms is to advise the Freedom & Livery Committee, via the Clerk, on how to assemble, catalogue, preserve and manage the Company’s archives and treasures. Court Assistant Michael Cooper took over this post in January 2024, and has been kept very busy.

Industry News

Plumbing Professionals Development Scheme (PPDS) – September 2024 Update

The Plumbing Professionals Development Scheme (PPDS) is a collaboration between the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (CIPHE) and the Worshipful Company of Plumbers for the identification, training, mentoring, and career development of early-career professionals in the plumbing and heating industry.

Company News

Company logo embroidered clothing

The Plumbers’ Company is delighted to offer Liverymen the opportunity to acquire their own lines of Company logo embroidered items through our suppliers, offering polo shirts, fleeces, beanies, towels, and the like, which may be personalised.

Recent events

Plumbers’ Table – September 2024

On Monday, 16th September, 37 Liverymen and guests, including several prospective members of the Company, gathered for a most convivial lunch at Ironmongers’ Hall, meticulously organised by Senior Steward Philippa Stary.

Recent events

Crossness: “The Cathedral on the Marshes”

On 10th September, we experienced the glory and genius of the Victorian Age with a guided tour of Crossness Pumping Station, a former sewage pumping station designed by the Metropolitan Board of Works’s chief engineer Sir Joseph Bazalgette and architect Charles Henry Driver, as 34 Plumbers and their guests stepped back into the Victorian era and were treated to an interesting and informative tour.

Join the company

Through fundraising and by direct activity, we help charities and not-for-profits in the UK and around the world ensure a better future for both individuals and their communities. The City Liveries together raised over £75M in 2021 and have made a significant difference to the lives of millions. Become a part of our charitable history.

Find out more about the rewards of being a Liveryman and how to apply.