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Presentation of Thames Water
The Master, Tom Flood, and Walbrook Warden, Neil Reynolds, accompanied by Past Master, Martin Bigg, and Court Assistant, Trevor Harrington, supported by our Clerk, Chris Millett, meet the Lady Mayor,…
Stopping the accelerating decline of our rivers
Population growth, lack of investment, focus on reducing costs – the decline of our rivers has accelerated. In response – proposals to rearrange the regulatory deck chairs. Baroness Barbara Young…
Welcome to 14 new Freemen, 2 new Liverymen and a new Court Assistant
At the Installation Court in the Ironmongers’ Hall the Company welcomed a record number of Freemen. Congratulations to everyone. The Court welcomed new Court Assistant: Rodney Amster The Master admitted…
Our New Master and Wardens
The Worshipful Company of Water Conservators are pleased to welcome: our new Master, Tom Flood CBE; Thames Warden, Alex Money; Fleet Warden, David Lloyd Owen; and Walbrook Warden, Neil Reynolds. …
Cranfield Graduation
It was an honour and pleasure to attend the graduation and prize giving ceremonies at Cranfield University where the Water Conservation Trust provides a bursary for students on the Water…
A Bridge to the Past
The Water Conservation Trust has supported the creation of, and following its opening on 5 June, the operation of the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration in Clerkenwell. It is in…
Supporting Schools, Inspiring Futures: Water Conservation Trust Impact Report – May 2026
The Water Conservation Trust’s Schools Programme aims to enhance learning in water related science and the environment in schools, particularly those with high levels of disadvantaged children. The attached report…
Day out at Chelsea Show
The Master Carolyn Roberts met the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Director General Clare Matterson CBE to celebrate the achievement of Freeman Chris Baines who has recently been awarded the prestigious…
We need to do more, faster – A Conversation about Sustainability
Our grateful thanks to Dame Polly Courtice, founder of the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, and Peter Simpson, former Chief Executive of Anglian Water, for sharing a fascinating conversation on…



