Book Description

The City of London Freeman's Guide is the definitive concise guide to the Freedom of the City of London as it now is. Each year circa 1,900 people are admitted into the Freedom of the City of London, with more than half being presented by one of the City’s Livery Companies. Contrary to widely held belief, the Freedom of the City of London and the Livery Companies remain vital, relevant and active aspects of the City, upholding its traditions and reputation as a global centre of excellence and innovation for so many aspects of commercial and civic life. Whether you are a prospective Freeman, a long-standing member of a Livery Company or simply interested in the living history of the City, this guide will be your constant companion in a life-long journey of exploration and discovery in the great and famous City of London.