London Sheep Drive 2025: Your Final Chance – Booking now open!

We are delighted to announce that we received an allocation of highly sought-after tickets for a late morning slot at the charity sheep drive. Having offered first refusal to Members  who pre-registered as requested (and if you didn’t pre-register, why on earth not?), we now have just 3 places left!

Tickets are £70 per person* and NON REFUNDABLE, with proceeds going towards the Worshipful Company of Woolmen’s charity, and the Lord Mayor’s Appeal.

Remember, this event is open to Guild Members who are Freemen of the City ONLY, and each Freeman may bring one guest to participate. Family and friends are most welcome to come along and witness you enacting this famous Freeman’s right!

Lunch Afterwards

Following the Sheep Drive, we have a table reserved for Sunday lunch at the Barrowboy and Banker. This will be a wonderful opportunity to relax, share experiences, and enjoy our fellowship.

When booking your place(s), you will be required to state if you intend to join us for lunch and how many people will be in your party. You will be forwarded a link to pre-order your meals once you have booked, along with details of where to meet beforehand.

If you are not yet a Freeman of the City but are interested in joining the Guild or becoming a Freeman, please get in touch with us to discuss the process.

Background

Did you know that once a year, Freemen and Liverymen drive herds of sheep across Southwark Bridge into the City? It is a unique event that celebrates the rich heritage of our city, and we want you to join us to take part in 2025!

Dating back to mediaeval times, shepherds would bring their sheep into the City of London to sell them at market. Freemen of the City were excused from the bridge toll that applied to other people crossing the bridge in recognition of their status as local traders. In 2013 the Worshipful Company of Woolmen resurrected this ancient right for charitable purposes, and the event was so successful that it has continued ever since. This year, the Master invites you to join her in taking part in this fabulous tradition on Sunday 28th September 2025.

*Please note that by purchasing a ticket, you consent to being photographed during the event. These images may be used by the Guild for marketing and promotional purposes.