The Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants (WCoBM) hosted its 5th City & Awards luncheon in March at the City’s historic Saddlers’ Hall. The popular luncheon has become an important event in the Company’s calendar, recognising achievements of individuals in the industry and within organisations the Company supports. It’s also a key networking opportunity for Liverymen,...Read More
The latest briefing for topics discussed at the Livery Committee meeting, plus an update on annual events of interest to Liverymen. Download: Livery Briefing – February 2016Read More
Our Livery is engaged, through our charity work, with educational awards and supporting the training of individuals in and outside the industry. Our recent participation at the Livery Schools Link (LSL) Showcase in Guildhall is a good example. We exhibited for the first time last year, and following a successful event, we committed to it...Read More
The popular Inter-Livery Pancake Race took place in February at Guildhall Yard. Our Master achieved a creditable joint third place running in stylish brogues! Organised by the Poulters’ Company, it’s a fun and colourful event. Entrants can enter in their regalia or fancy dress and need to run about 60 yards each way, tossing the...Read More
The Master has organised a number of exciting social events for Liverymen, Freemen and Guests to enjoy in 2016. The events cover a broad range of interests so there is something for everyone! Our new Events Calendar has detailed information on each event. A printed copy has been sent to members but you can also...Read More
The WCoBM recently invited Liveryman Andy Williamson to join the Court at a prestigious ceremony last October. Andy is Group MD of IKO plc and has been a Liveryman of the Company since 2008. His advancement to Court Assistant sets him on the path to becoming Master, subject to election. It’s a process that takes...Read More
The Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants (WCoBM) continues to grow adding nine new Liverymen and ten new Freemen to its membership this year. In April, the Company welcomed Liverymen Andrew Weiss, President of The Rainy Day Trust; Martyn Smith of MPS Builders’ Merchants; Dennis Smith of Builders Merchants Sector Consultancy; David Dickens of Martin &...Read More
In October last year Leo Martin BBS, MA, FCA was installed as our new Master. The Installation Ceremony took place at the stunning Goldsmiths’ Hall, which is home to the Goldsmiths’ Company, one of the Great Twelve Livery Companies in the City of London. A superb candlelit dinner followed with 245 Liverymen, Freemen and guests...Read More
In this issue, we launch our new interactive website! A significant development that makes it easier for new and existing members, and other visitors to learn about our Livery and benefit from the new features on the site. The newsletter also covers new events this year such as York Races and the Brigantes Breakfast up...Read More
Darren received his Freedom at a special ceremony at the Guildhall, which enables him to be installed as a Liveryman of our Company. Receiving your Freedom of the City is a truly memorable and special occasion. Many Freemen bring family and friends to be part of the unique experience. If you’re a Freeman and would...Read More
