Honorary Presidents

The position of Honorary President is one of the Guild’s highest honours, bestowed by the Court upon an Alderman whose service, leadership, and dedication to the City of London and the Guild’s values have been exemplary.

Serving for a term of three to four years, the Honorary President acts as an ambassador for the Guild, supporting its charitable endeavours, fostering links within the Civic and Livery community, and offering counsel to the Master and Court.

Below is a list of past Honorary Presidents of the Guild:

• Sir Lindsay Ring, GBE
• Sir Robin Gillett, BT, GBE, RD
• Sir Ronald Gardner-Thorpe, GBE
• Sir Hugh Bidwell, GBE
• Sir Brian Jenkins, GBE
• Sir Roger Cork
• Sir Clive Martin, OBE, TD
• Sir Michael Oliver
• Sir David Brewer, CMG
• Sir David Wootton
• Sir Andrew Charles Parmley
• Timothy Hailes, JP KCF
• Alastair King, DL