The late Past Master John Brewster OBE represented the best in our industry and our Livery. He was greatly admired due to his approachability, his forthright views and philanthropic outlook. He was a remarkable man renowned for his hard work, sage advice and counsel for the Livery, the Smithfield Market Tenants’ Association and the City of London’s Court of Common Council.
Shortly before he died, John approached the Court and said that he would like to make a donation of £10,000 towards the recent refurbishment of the Hall, for the future benefit of the Livery and its members.
To recognise this extremely generous gift, the Court commissioned the John Brewster Board and immediately a number of Liverymen and their families contributed alongside John and made identical donations.
The Company is thankful to our latest contributor, Liveryman Gerald Wensley. His name has been added to The Brewster Board, proudly displayed on the ground floor of the Butchers’ Hall.