Worshipful Company of Woolmen – The Oldest Livery Company Devoted to the Wool Industry

Welcome to
the Woolmen

The Woolmen Today

The Worshipful Company of Woolmen is one of the oldest of the Livery Companies of the City of London tracing its roots to 1180.

History

Our Company grew out of the ancient guild which regulated the wool trade.

The Woolmen Charity

We promote the wool industry, and support research into appropriate veterinary practices and education relevant to the wool industry.

Upcoming Events

See our forthcoming events.

01

Apr, 22

United Guild Service at St Pauls Cathedral

11:00am
Guildhall, London

01

June

The 2022 London Bridge Sheep Drive on Sunday 25th September 2022

Latest News

All the latest from the Livery.

16 November, 2021

The Lord Mayor’s Show 2021

Alderman Vincent Keaveny was elected the 693rd Lord Mayor of the City of London

3 October, 2021

SHEEP DRIVE 2021

Now in its 9th year, the annual Sheep Drive took place on Sunday 26th September 2021 on Southwark Bridge

22 April, 2021

CHARITY LAUNCH

On 21st April 2021 the Woolmen launched their new charity organisation at the Re-installation Dinner - The Woolmens Company Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Read more to see videos of some of our wonderful award winners....