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The Livery Crafts Fair

SHOWCASING SKILLS ANCIENT AND MODERN

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Worshipful Company
of Basketmakers*

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Worshipful Company
of Fanmakers *

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Worshipful Company
of Glovers

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Worshipful Company
of Pewterers*

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Worshipful Company
of Salters*

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Worshipful Company
of Weavers*

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Worshipful Company
of Broderers*

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Worshipful Company
of Framework Knitters

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Worshipful Company
of Goldsmiths*

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Worshipful Company
of Plumbers

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Worshipful Company
of Turners*

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Worshipful Company
of Wheelwrights*

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Worshipful Company
of Cutlers*

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Worshipful Company
of Glass Sellers

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Worshipful Company
of Masons*

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Worshipful Company
of Saddlers*

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Worshipful Company
of Upholders*

Inspired by the guildsmen who staged the original pageant of 1519, and Becket’s origins as the son of a City merchant, Guildhall Yard was styled as an immersive 16th century experience with period entertainers and a vibrant Livery Crafts Fair. Visitors were invited to imagine themselves as Tudor Londoners, learn about a pivotal period in British history, sample a specially brewed Becket Beer! - and watch skilled livery craft displays.

Entrance was free to the public​.

Seventeen Livery Companies showcased the important contribution of the guilds past and present to the success of the City, whilst providing practical demonstrations of their individual trades, including the evolution from old technologies to new.

There were also opportunities to purchase hand crafted merchandise direct from the stall-holders. 

The fair  also highlighted the on-going educational aspects of Livery Companies’ work, particularly their support of modern apprenticeships and alternative career pathways.

 

The following Livery Companies took stalls at the Fair:

(*With thanks for donation or special support.)



 

The Becket Pageant for London also wishes to express its gratitude to the many other Worshipful Companies who supported the Pageant.

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The Weavers' Charter of 1155

The first recorded charter of a livery company, certified by Thomas Becket (ATT T CANC is an abbreviation of 'Attested by Thomas the Chancellor'). It is believed that this may be the oldest surviving document from Becket’s time as Royal Chancellor.

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