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Coachlines - February 2026

27.02.26 Assistant Sir Kevin Leeson KCB CBE

A tremendous opportunity for all Freemen

This month I make a special appeal to our cadre of Freemen, writes Membership Committee Chair Assistant Sir Kevin Leeson KCB CBE. Amongst our 436 fee-paying Coachmakers, we have 98 Freemen, who are not part of our under-35 cadre, but […]

Coachlines - February 2026

27.02.26 Liveryman Andrew Blatherwick

Coachmakers present Arkwright Awards

Two Arkwright Awards sponsored by The Coachmakers were presented to the winners at events in Reading and Leeds attended by members of the Charity Committee. The Arkwright Awards are prestigious and highly sought-after awards to young people. Managed by The […]

Coachlines - February 2026

27.02.26 Liveryman Nick Williams-Howes

Could you be a prize winner?

The John Pearl 100 Club is named after the late Liveryman John Pearl, who set up and administered the scheme from its inception until his untimely passing in 2022. He received the Master’s Award in 2015 for his dedication. An […]

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27.02.26 Junior Warden Eric Wallbank

Coachmakers join Kingston University to Explore Engineering

Kingston University’s Explore Engineering open day brought together alumni, their families and supporters with a shared interest in engineering to discover the cutting-edge facilities at its Roehampton Vale campus. Junior Warden Eric Wallbank, Chair of the Charity Committee Assistant Roger […]

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27.02.26 Assistant Roger Woodbridge

The Master and new Charity Chairman honour Committee heroes

At a recent Charity Committee meeting, the Master and the new Chairman, Assistant Roger Woodbridge, saluted those who are changing roles. Junior Warden Eric Wallbank previously chaired the meeting for five years and has done a sterling job developing the […]

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27.02.26 Assistant Graeme Hunt

Golf fixtures announced

Dear golfing Coachmakers We are very excited about this years events with now five matches established in our calendar. Our first is the annual spring meeting at the New Zealand GC in Woking on Tuesday 7th April. Last year we […]

Coachlines - February 2026

27.02.26 Past Master Sarah Jane Adams-Diffey

Join us for Classics in the Walled Garden

Supporting the NSPCC and The Luton Hoo Walled Garden Project Wednesday 1st July 2026, 4pm – 9pm www.classicsitwg.com Past Master Sarah Jane Adams-Diffey has been working alongside fellow Coachmaker, Liveryman John Worth, Chairman of this wonderful annual event, five minutes […]

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27.02.26 Honorary Assistant David Barrett

Jewel of the Thames – Watermen’s Hall

The Company held its Winter Court and Dinner at Watermen’s Hall in January. The Master is pictured proudly seated in the Master Watermen’s chair, an ornately gilded piece with the magnificent royal coat of arms and that of the company […]

Coachlines - January 2026

30.01.26 The Master Richard Charlesworth MVO

Master’s message – January 2026

Fellow Liverymen, I hope you can look back on 2025 with a sense of achievement, and that 2026 has started well for you. This month began with a series of committee meetings during the first full week of the year, […]

Coachlines - January 2026

30.01.26 Assistant Lyn Litchfield

A letter from the Editor – January 2026

Dear readers, Welcome to the January edition of Coachlines. As ever, the start of the year brings a sense of fresh energy, and this issue reflects both the strong foundations of the Company and the many activities ahead. In his […]

Coachlines - January 2026

30.01.26 The Clerk Lt Col Craig Hallatt

Clerk’s Notes – January 2026

A slightly delayed wish to all Coachmakers, far and wide for a bright and prosperous new year, filled with good health, renewed purpose, and the continued pride that comes from belonging to such a remarkable Company. I hope each of […]

Coachlines - January 2026

30.01.26 Honorary Assistant David Barrett

What you may not know…

At a recent Committee meeting, a discussion occurred about how well our members understand the governance and finance structure of the Coachmakers’ Company and our separate charitable activities. We concluded that a short description was in order. All Livery Companies, […]