Schools in a changing world
The world our pupils will enter has moved on and schools everywhere are working out what that means. This article looks at the pressures reshaping education, what the government is asking schools to do about it, and how Haberdashers’ schools are responding. THE EMPLOYMENT SHIFT “There’s a huge disconnect between what students think is good […]
The Haberdasher – Issue 57
We are pleased to share the 57th 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 launch of 25 Hosier Lane, to welcoming two new members of staff to […]
The Haberdashers’ Company and the Haberdasher family of schools
Did you know a 700-year-old City of London guild educates 12,000 young people today? The Worshipful Company of Haberdashers’ began in the 1300s as a trade association for merchants dealing in silk, velvet, and hats. Today, it’s the driving force behind a family of schools spanning independent and state sectors across England and Wales — […]
A gift that costs less than you’d think
For 700 years, Haberdashers have found ways to give something back — through their schools, their trades, their time, and, for many, through what they chose to leave behind. It’s a tradition built quietly, gift by gift, into the fabric of the Company. What’s less well known is that leaving a gift to a cause […]
Octopus Legacies: FAQ’s — Your free will, sorted
Your free will, sorted We’ve partnered with Octopus Legacy for the next three years so that every member can write — or update — their will completely free of charge. It’s a genuine member benefit, paid for by the Company, with absolutely no obligation attached. Below are the questions we get asked most. Is this […]
Generous legacy gift to support future generations
The Haberdashers’ Foundation has received an extremely generous unrestricted legacy gift from the late Michael and Rosemary Gregory, recognising their longstanding affection for the Haberdashers’ Company and its charitable work. Michael Gregory was himself a proud member of the Company during his lifetime, and together with his wife Rosemary was a familiar and much-valued presence […]
Meet the team behind Seasoned
At Seasoned, we believe unforgettable events are built around exceptional food, seamless delivery and the people behind the experience. As a proudly B Corp-certified catering and events company, sustainability, collaboration, and creativity are at the heart of everything we do. From large-scale corporate events and conferences to weddings, receptions and private celebrations, our team works […]
Why I give
Andrew Tarpey, member of the Livery shares his reasons for giving to support the Haberdashers’ Foundation. We all dream of winning the lottery. Boringly, the overwhelming reality is that instead of hoping for a windfall out of the blue, we should just make sensible, undramatic decisions and hold on for the long run. The same […]
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 […]