How to become a member of the Worshipful Company of Ironmongers

Routes to Membership

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Redemption

New members are often introduced to the Company by a friend or family member. We also welcome approaches from candidates who are motivated to belong, and to give, in the historic context of a livery company. Where candidates do not have an existing link to the Company, you will be introduced to members and invited to a range of events, in order to best understand what membership entails, and whether or not the 'fit' is right for you, and for us. 

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Patrimony

Introduced by paternal or maternal link.

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Scholarship

You will already be attending an Ironmongers’ linked school, or be recipient of an Ironmongers’ Award. Aged between 17-26, you are invited to discuss becoming a Scholar for 4 years with a view to joining as a full member thereafter.

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Admission fines and subscriptions

There is an Admission fee (‘fine’) to pay before the day you join the Company, and thereafter a small monthly subscription. Full details will be shared when you contact the Company.

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The application process

• Contact the Membership Manager to discuss visiting the Hall and to find out more about membership– membership@ironmongers.org

• You will be encouraged to visit the Hall and invited to an informal social event to meet some friendly Ironmongers

• We will help find you a formal sponsor and seconder who will need to be in place to sponsor your application

• A meeting will also be set with the Clerk (Chief Executive) of the Company to meet and discuss next steps

• You will be invited to an interview with a small group of current members.

• Following this, and if all parties are happy, you will be welcomed as a member of the Company.

 

Please contact the Membership Manager who will be delighted to hear from you.