Journeyman
Journeyman
Ideal for those at the beginning of their career in optics and vision care looking for extra support.
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Image shows 2 ophthalmic nurses, new members of the Company, with the Clerk and then Master outside the entrance to Moorfields Eye Hospital.
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LEARN MOREThe Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers
Supporting better vision for all, since 1629
We are the only City of London Livery company dedicated to eye health.
We are the oldest existing optical body in the world.
Founded in 1629, our purpose is the same now as it was then. We support better vision for all.
In the 21st Century we believe that nobody should be held back because of their vision.
Today, you do not have to be involved in making spectacles to join our Company. Our members represent over 35 different professions in eye health, sight loss and many other fields. Through them, our reach spreads out from the City of London, right across the world.
We seek to inspire future generations committed to visionary eye care, building on our rich heritage of almost 400 years.
We’re interested in everything that can be done to prevent unnecessary sight loss and increase access to work, sport and culture for people with partial or full sight loss.
Rooted in tradition, we bring the best of our experience to bear on the continuing need for eye health provision, helping education, employment, life and leisure.
To find out more, click below – or, even better, come and join us!
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Upcoming Events
12 December 2023
December Court Luncheon
Booking for the popular festive lunch will open to Liverymen in early September/late October.
30 January 2024
Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap
The Society have organised a trip to the West End's longest running production! Tickets need to be booked via Amanda Lees (contact details in the members' directory) by Monday 25 September.
12 March 2024
Spring Court Lunch - March
Court Luncheon - for Liverymen and their guests. Booking will open in January 2024
23 March 2024
[Sold Out!] Purcell Club Tour
The Society have secured a limited number of tickets for the renowned historical music tour of Westminster Abbey.
16 April 2024
The 2024 Livery Dinner
This year's Livery Dinner will take place at Stationers' Hall. Booking will open in January 2024, for Liverymen and corporate supporters and their guests.
Membership
The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers is an open company, which means we welcome members with professional backgrounds beyond the vision care and sight loss sectors.
Freeman
Freeman
Applying for Freedom of the Company is the first step to joining a community committed to better vision for all.
Liveryman
Liveryman
An invitation to the Livery, the highest level of membership, is a life long commitment.
Corporate Supporters
