Private company

Worshipful Company of Clothworkers

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Livery company of the City of London

The Worshipful Company of Clothworkers is one of the Livery Companies of the City of London. It was incorporated by Royal Charter in 1528, following the merger of two older guilds: the Fullers (incorporated in 1480) and the Shearmen (incorporated in 1508).2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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The Worshipful Company of Clothworkers is one of the Livery Companies of the City of London. It was incorporated by Royal Charter in 1528, following the merger of two older guilds: the Fullers (incorporated in 1480) and the Shearmen (incorporated in 1508).2

Timeline

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