The Worshipful Company of Tobacco Pipe Makers & Tobacco Blenders is one of the City of London’s renowned Livery Companies. We promote fellowship and philanthropy, and play an integral role in the governance of the City of London.
We are different from many modern Companies in that membership is not restricted to our own trade. We welcome men and women, smokers and non-smokers, who have a particular interest in the tobacco industry or the Livery movement as a whole.
Our engaged, forward-thinking community enjoys a range of charitable and social activities where friendships and connections are forged. These include: banquets and lunches in beautiful City Livery Halls, theatre nights, informal get-togethers in London venues, golf days, clay pigeon shoots, cigar-tasting events and our wonderful Christmas Carol Service.
The City of London’s Livery Companies collectively donate over £70 million a year to charities. We are proud to be part of this. Supporting people in need is a centuries-old tradition of the Livery movement, inspired by concern for others.
Today, our members support a broad range of UK registered charities, with a particular focus on the advancement of education, the arts, culture and heritage, and relief of those who are disadvantaged. Many of these organisations are rooted in our members’ communities, allowing us to witness the direct difference our contribution makes to people’s lives.
Our members’ charitable giving is facilitated through The Tobacco Pipe Makers and Tobacco Trade Benevolent Fund (Charity no. 1135646).