The Water Conservators
A modern Livery Company committed to water and the environment
We are a modern livery company of the City of London: a charitable organisation with close links to industry. We come together to share knowledge and experience, influence opinion, support good causes and enjoy good fellowship.
We promote the science, art and practice of water conservation and environmental management, especially the treatment of water and waste water, the management of water courses, the prevention of pollution and high standards in waste management. We run debates, discussions and webinars and produce policy responses and briefings.
We work with schools and students to enhance water-related science, environmental learning and biodiversity, and to educate the next generation about the importance of rivers and responsible waste and water management.
Fellowship is an important part of company life, and members have the chance to meet like-minded professionals both formally and informally, at convivial events in historic settings, including some of the City’s grandest livery halls. Membership offers excellent opportunities for networking and for entertaining customers and clients, colleagues, friends and family.
Upcoming events
For more events click the Events section at the top of the page
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29
Oct
2025
Key challenges within the water, sustainability and humanitarian sectors
Allan Barton and Will Knapman will discuss how young professionals can contribute and enhance their careers Wednesday, October 29 at… -
06
Nov
2025
Annual Banquet
Our Annual Banquet is at Apothecaries’ Hall Black Friars Lane, London, EC4V 6ER The guest speaker will be Roger Harrabin,… -
11
Dec
2025
Court Christmas Lunch
Followed by Carol Service at All Hallows by the Tower
News from the Company
For more news click the News section at the top of the page
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Words and Music for the Sheriffs’ and Recorder’s Fund
The Old Bailey Choir put on two concerts a year in aid of the Sheriffs’ and Recorder’s Fund. This was…
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Water Conservation Trust sponsored walk
To raise funds for the Water Conservation Trust school’s programme, members of the Trust and Water Conservators Company took part…
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Celebrating 1350 years
All Hallows by the Tower serves those who live and work in the City of London and nearby Tower Hamlets,…
The Company structure
In 2000, the Company of Water Conservators was granted Livery and became the Worshipful Company of Water Conservators. It was incorporated by Royal Charter in 2005.
Types of membership
You can apply to join the Company as a Freeman or, if you have Freedom of the City of London, or already a Liveryman, you can apply to join us as a Liveryman.
Our webinar series
We run a popular series of monthly webinars. Most of these are recorded and are available to view. Forthcoming webinars are advertised under our events page.