News

On Tuesday, 4th February 2025, members of the Worshipful Company of Plumbers (WCoP) and led by Company’s History Group gathered for a fascinating visit to The London Archives (TLA). This event was an opportunity to explore the rich historical collections, view original Company documents, and enjoy a day of fellowship with fellow members.

Master Charles and Mistress Penny welcomed more than 70 Liverymen and guests to our first Livery event of the calendar year, the Court Lunch, celebrating new Liverymen, a new Clerk, and captivating City tales from guest speaker Murray Craig, took place at Saddlers’ Hall on Wednesday, 22 January 2025.

The Master, Charles Brooks and the Mistress, Penny and Wardens are delighted to invite you to join them for our Annual Banquet at the Mansion House, held in the glorious surroundings of the Egyptian Hall by kind permission of the Lord Mayor.

Congratulations to Senior Assistant and Hon. Archivist Michael Cooper who has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List for public service. Michael worked for the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs for 30 years.

The Clerk is very sorry to report the death of Past Master Geoffrey Marsh MBE on 28th December 2024.

Geoff had been a member of the Livery since 1967, and was awarded the St Michael Medallion in 1973 in recognition of his services to the Plumbing Industry, and became Master in 1986, the year in which he was awarded his MBE.

Our thoughts and condolences go to his widow, Ann, and all the family.

Please find the funeral arrangements and a full obituary below.