Eligibility

In order to be eligible for membership of the Guild, an individual is expected, though not obliged, to meet the following criteria:

Be a Freeman of the City of London or an Apprentice to a Freeman of the City of London*

Be 18 years of age or above at the time of application

Be under 40 years of age at end of the current calendar year

Be proposed and seconded by two Members of the Guild**

Membership Benefits

Fellowship

Members of the Guild have access to a diverse and dynamic network of young professionals who share a passion for the City of London. They also have the opportunity to meet and network with various Livery Companies and the leadership of the City, fostering valuable connections and professional growth.

Charity

Supporting the Lord Mayor's Appeal, various other charities, and the annual "Master's Charity," members are offered a wide range of opportunities to dedicate their time and energy to good causes, making a meaningful impact in the community.

Civic

Membership provides unique opportunities for direct participation in civic life, from charity pancake races to the world’s oldest and longest civic procession, which is nationally televised by the BBC. Members also have the chance to engage with political stakeholders within the City of London Corporation, further immersing themselves in the City’s rich traditions and governance.

Education

An unparalleled opportunity to learn City history by living it, membership opens the door to a rich and diverse world of ancient Guilds and modern mythology, stretching back long before the Magna Carta. These traditions have a deep affinity with apprenticeship, embodying the skills and knowledge passed down through generations. Membership also offers the chance to interact with more senior professionals and captains of industry, connections that the City fosters and values.

Application Process

Individuals seeking membership of the Guild should first express their interest to the Clerk or the Chair of the Membership Committee through the Membership Inquiry page. The Clerk or the Chair will then request that the prospective candidate completes an application form.

Following preliminary consideration of their application, candidates will be invited for an interview with the Membership Committee, which will make its recommendations to the Court.

Candidates will be informed of the outcome of their application after the next regular Court Meeting. If successful, they will be invited to attend the subsequent Admission Court for a brief joining ceremony.

Membership Inquiry

(*) Individuals who are not Freemen of the City of London or Apprentices of the City of London but meet all other criteria listed above may be granted membership by consent of the Membership Committee and the Court. Such individuals are expected to obtain the Freedom of the City of London within 12 months of their successful application.

(**) Candidates who have no Proposer or Seconder may be asked to attend some Guild events before their membership application is considered by the Membership Committee at its discretion.