Welcome to The Woolmen
Tracing our roots to 1180, The Worshipful Company of Woolmen is one of the oldest of the Livery Companies of the City of London.
It now combines its ancient history and traditions with an active role with the $80Bn Global Wool Pipeline Industries through its City Wool Project linking the City of London Financial and Professional sectors with the Global Industry.
The Woolmen Sheep Drive
Upholding the tradition of Freemen’s rights, the company hosts the world famous sheep drive every year.
History of the Woolmen
Our Company grew out of the ancient guild which regulated the wool trade.
The WOolmen Charity
Promoting the wool industry, and support research into veterinary practices and education relevant to the wool industry.
Latest News
SHEEP DRIVE and livery fair 2025
The 2025 Sheep Drive across Southwark Bridge took place on 28th September 2025 ……
LIVERY IMPACT REPORT 2025
The Livery Impact Report 2025 has been published….
The Lord Mayor’s Show 2024
The Lord Mayor’s Show, one of the world’s oldest ceremonial spectacles, took place on 9th November 2024.
The Woolmen Sheep Drive & Livery Fair 2025
We hope all of our friends and supporters are keeping safe and well and look forward to welcoming Freemen and their guests as well as our many other visitors to our event this year on Sunday 28th September 2025
We are now hugely excited to announce that bookings for The Woolmen Sheep Drive 2025 are now open! Follow the link below to book tickets and find out more.
Membership of the Company
If you would like details of how to join us, please contact the Clerk.