Awards from the Certification Panel, 1st Oct 25

What’s in a name? That which we call a rose By any other word would smell as sweet. Our identity as the Worshipful Company of Gunmakers certainly transcends the words themselves. In fact, our particular style of Livery is a unique combination of our heritage, the work of the Proof House and the Clerk’s office, and the day-to-day contributions […] The post The Achievement of Arms appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.

Richard Hefford-Hobbs Awarded Fellowship of the Royal Academy of Engineering  Richard Hefford-Hobbs FREng has been awarded the esteemed Fellowship of the Royal Academy of Engineering, a prestigious honour recognising his exceptional contributions to the field of engineering.   The announcement was made on the 24th of September 2025, highlighting Richard as one of a select few […] The post Gunmakers Master Made Fellow appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.

153 years of military service paraded at The Proof House when eight In-Pensioners from The Royal Hospital Chelsea visited on Tuesday 12 August 2025. Despite the 31°C they looked magnificent in their ‘Scarlets’ (never ‘Reds’) and their gleaming medals, so much so that the Master matched them in fighting off a chill by donning his […] The post Chelsea Pensioners’ Visit 2025 appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.

As our Clerk announces every year at the Nomination Dinner for the new Master, the organisation and operation of our Company is governed by two documents: our Charter, granted by King Charles I in 1637; and the Ordinances granted by his son, King Charles II, in 1670. Both are illuminated documents, inscribed on vellum, which […] The post Restoration of the Gunmakers’ Charter appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.

On 22 May, we were delighted to formalise our affiliation with the West Ham Sea Cadet Unit in a ceremony at their Canning Town HQ. The Master presented an affiliation certificate, a naval cannon trophy for future competitions, and a £500 donation on behalf of our Charity, the Gunmakers Trust. A follow-up visit to the Proof […] The post Strengthening Ties with West Ham Sea Cadets appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.

The historic Guildhall in London played host to the annual Common Hall, a vibrant gathering that showcased the rich tapestry of London’s livery companies. This celebrated event brought together masters and representatives from various guilds, each adorned in their distinctive gowns, creating a stunning visual spectacle of colours and intricate designs. The Master, Upper Warden, […] The post Common Hall at Guildhall appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.

This year’s Summer Banquet was held at Trinity House on Tower Hill on Wednesday 25 June. This was the Gunmakers’ first visit in many years to this splendid and treasure-filled establishment that is home to the Corporation of Trinity House which, although not a Livery Company, shares with us a regulatory function similarly granted by […] The post Summer Banquet 2025 appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.

The historic Guildhall in London played host to the annual Common Hall, a vibrant gathering that showcased the rich tapestry of London’s livery companies. This celebrated event brought together masters and representatives from various guilds, each adorned in their distinctive gowns, creating a stunning visual spectacle of colours and intricate designs. The Master, Upper Warden, […] The post Common Hall at Guildhall: A Celebration of Tradition, 24 June 2025 appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.

The Gunmakers Team competed in the fourth annual Coopers’ Company ‘Cask Race’ at The Guildhall last Saturday. This is a thrilling and unique competition where teams of four roll oak barrels ( casks ) cross the Guildhall Yard, in a relay style race, embracing the fun, tradition and fellowship of the Livery Companies. Many different […] The post The Inter Livery Cask Race 2025, 21 June 2025 appeared first on Worshipful Company of Gunmakers.