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Fan Makers sign the Armed Forces Covenant

The Fan Makers signed the Armed Forces Covenant at the April Court meeting in the presence of our affiliates from HMS Glasgow, 217 Field Squadron and 33F ATC Air Cadets with Lance Bombardier Florence King, also known as The Lady Mayoress and Lt Commander Liz Church who helped us organise the event.

Outstanding achievement in Aerodynamics and Fluid Engineering

The Worshipful Company of Fan Makers is very proud of its association with Cranfield University and the development of modern fan technology.

Fans Seen at Dinner

"Fans Seen At The Dinner"! On April 24th, The Worshipful Company of Fan Makers enjoyed dinner at Cutlers' Hall where many of the Liverymen and guests brought fans.

Attending the naming and Royal blessing for HMS Glasgow

Rum Tasting in the City

Rum Tasting in the City

A gentle walk through our 2000 year old City

A happy band of Liverymen and guests were entertained by City of London guide Lance Whitehouse on a gentle walk through the 2000 year old City to highlight how the original Roman city has developed into the financial centre of the world.

A Memorable Summer Evening with the Fanmakers

On a warm June evening, members of the Worshipful Company of Fanmakers gathered at the historic Barber-Surgeons Hall for the annual Summer Dinner.

Fan Makers visit to the Whitchurch Silk Mill

Fan Makers visit the Whitchurch Silk Mill

Visit to 846 Naval Air Squadron, Yeovilton

On Monday 18th November 2024 The Master and Wardens, together with some members of the Court and the Clerk visited RNAS 846 at their base at Yeovilton.

Pan Livery Inter-Livery Shoot

Pan Livery Events and Activities

Reviving the Endangered Craft of Fan Making

The Language of Fans

Over the years much has been made of the ‘use’ or ‘language’ of the fan, take a look at the fascinating "language" fans also hold.

The Admiralty Telegraph Fan

In 1796 an interesting fan was made with the title ‘View of the Telegraph erect on the Admiralty Office’.