At a recent Installation Ceremony, the Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants (the Company) welcomed six new Liverymen. The Ceremony took place in London on 17th October at Vintners’ Hall, the Livery Hall where the Vintners’ Company – one of the ‘Great Twelve’ Livery Companies – is based. Paul Hetherington, Managing Director of Alumasc; John Sinfield,...Read More
It took four years to prepare for, apply and get the Privy Council to approve the grant of Royal Charter for the Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants. And on the 12th September, it was presented. The glittering event, which took place at Skinners’ Hall, one of the older Livery Halls in the capital was a...Read More
HERBERT TERRY was born and grew up in South London attending the Brixton School of Building where he specialised in Plumbing. He then joined a Westminster firm of surveyors where he trained in property management. He entered the Builders’ Merchants industry when he bought National Wallpaper and Building Supply Ltd in Camberwell, a lightside merchant,...Read More
Most of us have heard of Greenwich, or seen it featured in TV programmes on the history of the Navy, watch making or astronomy. Henry VIII and Elizabeth I were born there. It’s a World Heritage site. And it’s huge with many grand buildings over a large area. Maritime Greenwich includes the historic town centre...Read More
Blue skies, gentle breezes, warm sun and a great venue helped make this year’s Worshipful Company of Builders Merchants’ (WCoBM) Master’s Weekend – the annual gathering of the merchant industry’s great and the good – a lively and memorable event. The Master, Graham Ballinger and his wife, Liveryman Averil Ballinger hosted the event which was...Read More
During his year as Master, Graham has attended many memorable events. Here, the Master reminisces his visit to Ironbridge and attendance at the Founders Day Parade.Read More
On 5th June many Livery companies enjoyed Lunch with Her Majesty the Queen, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry at Westminster Hall. The lunch was hosted by Livery companies who were encouraged to invite guests from a cross section of the public from around the country. Over 70 Livery companies attended. Averil and...Read More
The Company held its annual golf day at Tandridge Golf Club in Surrey on Wednesday 18th April. The day was organised by Liveryman Edwin Ray, with Master Graham Ballinger, presenting prizes.Read More
It’s been a busy first six months for new Master Graham Ballinger. We feature the Company’s first City & Awards Luncheon, a new networking event that recognises the achievements of individuals the WCoBM supports in the industry and the City. We also welcome new members, and as we look forward to the recognition of a...Read More
The Company recently hosted its first City & Awards Luncheon. The event took place in the historic Tallow Chandlers’ Hall in London on the 7th March. The Hall was rebuilt in 1666 after the great Fire of London on the site of the original Hall which dated back to the 14th Century. The Awards luncheon...Read More
