The Fellowship of Clerks was first formed in 1926 as an association for those Clerks without company halls. The Association of Clerks formed for the hall owning company Clerks already existed and did not want to expand their representation. The Fellowship was founded by H H Bobart (Basketmakers) and W S Pennefather (Clockmakers); it began with seven members and rapidly grew to 24 members.
A handy document – Fellowship of Clerks a Short History – is available to download.
The Fellowship is open to all Clerks and Assistant Clerks (and equivalents) of Livery Companies and Guilds. There are also a few additional members such as the City Livery Club and regional Livery Companies and Guilds. Currently the Fellowship enjoys a membership of 285, including around 81 retired members who are invited to our suppers and dinner.
The Fellowship organises a business meeting and supper twice a year, the AGM and dinner is held each March when a new Chairman is installed. The Fellowship is governed by the Executive Committee of 10 Clerks.
The Fellowship maintains a free recruitment clerkship candidate list, offers guidance and best practice and provides mentoring on request from fellowshipclerks@outlook.com
Regular News Bulletins are issued and a quarterly Masters & Clerks Pocket Guide.
