The Water Conservators
A modern Livery Company committed to water and the environment
Clean water and a sustainable environment are essentials of life.
We are committed to safeguarding water supplies and to the wise stewardship of the wider environment.
We promote good practice in water treatment, the prevention of pollution, the improvement of water courses, and high standards in waste management and reuse.
Through our charity, we work with young minds in schools and universities to enhance environmental science and to promote innovative approaches to management of the natural world.
We question opinion through debates, webinars and influential policy briefings. Today we are a recognised information resource for government bodies, the City of London and the general public.
Our members come together not only to share knowledge and experience, but also to enjoy good fellowship and to meet like-minded professionals at convivial events in historic settings, including some of the City’s grandest livery halls.
Upcoming events
For more events click the Events section at the top of the page
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12
Sep
2026
Great River Race
Watch our Cutter Water Forget-Me-Not and about 300 other river craft of all shapes and sizes compete in the Great… - 23 Sep 2026
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06
Oct
2026
City Environment Debate ‘Living in harmony with nature’
The City Environment Debate this year is on Tuesday 6 October 2026 and the topic is ‘Living in harmony with…
News from the Company
For more news click the News section at the top of the page
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Building on the lessons from the Thames Tideway Tunnel construction
“The lessons learnt from the construction of the Thames Tideway Tunnel can usefully be applied to other construction projects in…
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Accelerating major wastewater infrastructure projects
Major wastewater infrastructure projects should be brought within the scope of the present system for accelerating the development of clean…
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Water companies must manage their physical assets more cleverly
The Water Conservators have responded to the Ofwat June 2026 Consultation under sections 13 and 12A of the Water Industry…
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.



