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.

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Plumbers Table September 2026
Featured Event

Plumbers Table September 2026

The ever-popular biannual Plumbers Table at Ironmongers’ Hall returns on Monday, 14th September. Book now to secure your place.

Come to socialise. Stay for lunch.

Plumbers’ Banner takes Pride of Place – 20 July 2026
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Plumbers’ Banner takes Pride of Place – 20 July 2026

At a ceremony on 20 July, our newly restored and framed Plumbers’ Banner was officially unveiled at Guildhall by The Right Honourable the Lady Mayor, Alderwoman Dame Susan Langley DBE.

The banner, originally commissioned in 1911, is now prominently displayed near the Chamberlain’s Office, where it can be viewed by those attending the Chamberlain’s Court for their Freedom ceremonies

The Blessed Trinity – Good Food, Wine and Conversation.
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The Blessed Trinity – Good Food, Wine and Conversation.

In the sweltering heat of July’s heat wave, 116 of us assembled in the fabulous surroundings of Trinity House for our Annual Summer Festival Dinner.

 

Success at Inter-Livery Golf Event – 13 July 2026.
Golf Society News

Success at Inter-Livery Golf Event – 13 July 2026.

July is proving to be a busy and successful month for the Plumbers’ Golf Society, with teams proudly representing The Worshipful Company of Plumbers at two prestigious Inter-Livery fixtures. The Paviors’ Charity Golf Day at West Kent Golf Club was followed just three days later by the Marketors’ 20th Inter-Livery Fellowship Golf Day at Verulam Golf Club. Both events combined competitive golf, fellowship and charitable support, reflecting the enduring traditions of the Livery movement.

Installer SHOW 2026 – June 23rd 2026
Industry News

Installer SHOW 2026 – June 23rd 2026

 

The Worshipful Company of Plumbers joined CIPHE and more than 900 exhibitors at the largest-ever InstallerSHOW, held at Birmingham’s NEC, held between 23rd and 25th June.

 

Engineers from HMS Sultan visit Plumbing Museum – 29 June 2026
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Engineers from HMS Sultan visit Plumbing Museum – 29 June 2026

A team of Royal Navy engineers from HMS Sultan visited the Worshipful Company of Plumbers Plumbing Museum & Workshop Trust at Amberley for a day of practical leadworking training. The visit celebrated the long-standing relationship between the organisations while helping preserve and pass on valuable traditional plumbing skills.

World Plumbing Conference 2026 – 25th June 2026
Industry News

World Plumbing Conference 2026 – 25th June 2026

 

For the first time ever, the 14th World Plumbing Conference was hosted at InstallerSHOW at the NEC, Birmingham 23-25 June 2026 in conjunction with the World Plumbing Council, and Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (CIPHE). A UK based event attracting an influential and global audience, all coming together to work towards improving the future of plumbing through 4 key pillars: Skills Development, Supply & Conservation, Sustainability and Safeguarding the Public.

Annual lecture 2026 – The Future of Water Security – 24 June 2026
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Annual lecture 2026 – The Future of Water Security – 24 June 2026

The 41st Annual Lecture at the World Plumbing Conference was presented at the NEC by renowned futurist Matthew Griffin.

 

St Magnus the Martyr Church Clock Restoration – June 2026
Charity News

St Magnus the Martyr Church Clock Restoration – June 2026

The historic bracket clock at St Magnus the Martyr Church, gifted by Alderman Sir Charles Duncombe in 1709, has been carefully restored following significant decay. The Rector and PCC thank the Plumbers Charity, Clockmakers’ Company, Georgian Group Cleary Fund, and Friends of the City Churches for supporting this important conservation work.

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.