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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20
Feb
2026
RISK
Following on from two very popular symposia on the Skyline of the City of London, the Construction Liveries Group (of… -
18
Mar
2026
City Water Debate – Water in the United Kingdom, too much demand, too little supply
Last few places left. Reserve a spot now or miss a facinating evening. THE CITY WATER DEBATE – 2026 Wednesday… -
20
Mar
2026
United Guilds Service, St Paul’s Cathedral
Members of the Company are invited to the annual United Guilds Service at St Paul’s Cathedral attended by the Lady…
News from the Company
For more news click the News section at the top of the page
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What would it take to fix the water industry?
The Master thought that members may be interested in this view of the current situation What would it take…
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Are We Prepared? Livery Climate Action Group Annual Conference
“Are We Prepared” was the theme of this year’s Livery Climate Action Group (LCAG) Annual Conference held at Merchant Taylors’…
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Dissertation Prize Winners
The Company was very pleased to welcome many of our Dissertation Prize Winners to the Myddelton Lunch to receive their…
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.



