Wednesday 10th April 2024 (booking Thursday 15th February 2024)
11.00am - 12.30pm: The Worshipful Company of Haberdashers, 18 West Smithfield, London EC1A 9HQ
(opposite King Henry Gate of St Bartholomew's Hospital)
2.00pm - 3.30pm: The Worshipful Company of Tallow Chandlers
Own transport required as there will not be a coach for this visit. Recommended train times and nearest underground stations will be advised on the day of booking
11.00am - 12.30pm: The Worshipful Company of Haberdashers:
The Livery Hall, The Worshipful Company of Haberdashers
The Worshipful Company of Haberdashers has its origins in medieval times. Throughout six and a half centuries it has moved away from its historical involvement in the trade of haberdashery and developed into a significant supporter of schools and education in England and Wales. The first surviving ordinances were recorded by the Mayor's Court in 1371. The current Haberdashers' Hall was opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2002.
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2.00pm - 3.330pm: The Worshipful Company of Tallow Chandlers:
The Tallow Chandlers Hall, The Worshipful Company of Tallow Chandlers
The Worshipful Company of Tallow Chandlers has its origins around 700 years ago with a group of craftsmen working together to support the important tallow candle trade. The first written mention of the craft guild was in 1376, eventually being granted full Livery status in 1462. The Company has been resident in Dowgate Hill Hall since 1672.
Please note that your own transport required as there will not be a coach for this visit. Recommended train times and nearest underground stations will be advised on the day of booking.
