What does it mean to be a Haberdasher?
What does it mean to be a Haberdasher and what is it like being an Apprentice Haberdasher? We asked some of our members the answers to these two questions. Watch their responses below. .st0 { fill: #fff; } Play Video .st0 { fill: #fff; } Play Video
Aske Accounts 2025
Find here the Aske Charity accounts for 2025. The object of The Haberdashers’ Aske’s Charity (“the Charity”) is ‘to promote in Greater London and the neighbourhood thereof the education, including social and physical training, of boys and girls and in particular but without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing to conduct and maintain schools […]
A very special contribution
The Company celebrates our students in a variety of ways, but last week we recognised the contribution of some very special young people: the Queen Elizabeth II Citizenship Awardees. Established in 2024, this award seeks to recognise the contribution of students who give back to their schools and wider community through the characteristics of the […]
The civic roles of schools and trusts
On 4 June 2026, school leaders, governors, trustees and practitioners from across the Haberdashers’ family gathered at Haberdashers’ Hall in West Smithfield for the annual Education Symposium. This year’s theme — The Civic Role of Schools and Trusts — posed a question that ran through the whole day: what do schools owe their communities, and what does it […]
Introducing 25 Hosier Lane
Farebrother are delighted to list 25 Hosier Lane – a new commercially rentable office space in the City of London. 25 Hosier Lane is a commercial property owned by the Haberdashers’ Company, currently undergoing a comprehensive refurbishment to deliver high-quality office accommodation in London’s Smithfield area. The building offers approximately 18,000 sq ft of space, […]
Kemi becomes a Lady Mayor’s Apprentice
Kemi Ajose, a Cockpit scholar, has been selected as one of the Lady Mayoress’s Apprentices, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the textiles and fashion sector. The appointment follows a competitive nomination process and reflects both her individual achievement and her growing reputation as an emerging maker. The Lady Mayoress’s Apprenticeship scheme highlights exceptional […]
Jackpot: Meaningful milestones
Jackpot! That feeling when you hit a milestone and achieve something impactful? The Haberdashers’ Company had that experience this week, when it hit a very significant ‘jackpot’. The 265th member of the Company to set up a regular gift to the Haberdashers’ Foundation tipped us over into raising an impressive £100,000 each year. This is […]
Free will month: March 2026
The Haberdashers’ Company had teamed up with Octopus Legacy to offer members a free will We all know we need to get round to writing our will. But life is busy and it slips down our to-do list. So, we’ve come up with a novel way to help you give that won’t cost you anything today. […]
The Haberdasher – Issue 56
We are pleased to share the 56th edition of The Haberdasher magazine with you. It’s been a busy time, and we hope you enjoy reading about some of the activities that have been taking place across the Company and beyond. From the refurbishment of Haberdashers’ Hall, to an update on how the inaugural Master’s Challenge […]
Taking a leap
Since the 14th century, the Haberdashers’ Company has endured as a symbol of craftsmanship, education, philanthropy and charity, an embodiment of the idea that success gains its true meaning when it serves others. To serve is in our motto for a reason, look no further than the grants, bursaries, scholarships, mentoring, fundraising and other excellent […]