Affordable artists’ studios in London
SET Hosier Lane covers 3,000 square ft of workspace provided in the Haberdashers’ offices, one of the City’s livery companies. It opened in December 2024 and is currently priced as some of most affordable artists’ studios in London. The Haberdashers’ Company will be converting the old office site at 25 Hosier Lane. In the meantime, […]
The inaugural Master’s Challenge
COMPANY NEWS 12 daring Haberdashers take on Tough Mudder 2025! I am hugely excited to be launching the very first Master’s Challenge – an annual event to raise much needed funds for the important work of the Haberdashers’ Foundation. Many of you already give regularly, through Habs 1448, to the Haberdashers’ Foundation. Our Foundation helps […]
An evening of ‘Connection’
COMPANY NEWS Last month we held our annual Young Haberdashers’ and Scholars’ Networking Reception at Haberdashers’ Hall. This year’s theme was ‘connection’ with two young members, Joe Sullivan (Haberdashers’ Adams Alumnus) and Temi Erinle (Haberdashers’ Elstree Girls Alumna) sharing their thoughts on this with our guests. The event is an example of the breadth and […]
The inaugural Haberdashers’ Debating Competition
EDUCATION NEWS With a rich tradition in public speaking, Haberdashers’ Adams was honoured to host the inaugural secondary school Habs Debating Competition, part of the Haberdashers Advantage Character programme. Debating is embedded in the school’s culture with pupils sharpening their oratory skills in the Adams’ Debating Society – the oldest society at the school, so […]
Style and substance at the Habs Fashion Round Table
Twenty young people from the fashion sector came together yesterday for the second Haberdashers’ Fashion and Textiles Round Table. The aim of the event is to provide networking opportunities for scholars with members who work in the sector, and to provide inspiring and thought-provoking content on how to progress in the industry. We are extremely […]
Queen Elizabeth II Citizenship Awards 2025
An impressive group of Year 13 students came to Haberdashers’ Hall last week, each a recipient of the recently established Queen Elizabeth II Citizenship Awards. Chosen by their school staff they were celebrated for exemplifying the Queen’s selfless and loyal service, her tolerance and kindness, whether within their family or community, to their school or to […]
One single gift: multiple and lasting impact
PHILANTRHOPY NEWS A gift left by Thomas Arno to the Company in 1937 continues to create impact 88 years after his death. 88 years ago, the ‘gentleman’ and landowner, Thomas Arno, died. Thus far, his could have simply been the story of many. But a few years before Arno’s death, a chance conversation with the […]
Changemakers: Small but mighty
Habs Changemakers is an initiative within the Haberdashers’ Advantage character curriculum at Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South. On Friday 20 June, Year 5 pupils from all five Haberdashers’ primary schools came together at Haberdashers’ Hatcham College for the grand final of the Habs Changemakers Dragon’s Den Competition — a powerful showcase of pupil-led social action. Part […]
My journey from student to teacher
MEMBER NEWS My journey with Haberdashers has been one of growth, inspiration and opportunity. As a student I was able to be part of a school community that was incredibly supportive and motivating. I received countless opportunities and the support I received from my teachers inspired me to become one myself. My teachers went above […]
Robert Hughes-Penney and Keith Bottomley elected Sheriffs
CITY NEWS Robert Hughes-Penney (Haberdasher), and Keith Bottomley CC have been elected at Guildhall’s Common Hall to serve as the next Sheriffs of the City of London. They will take office on 26 September and hold the position for one year. The Sheriffs’ duties include supporting the Lord Mayor in their civic duties and serving […]