What the salters' company does

The Salters' Company is a non-profit City of London Livery Company, first licensed in 1394 under King Richard II and reincorporated by Royal Charter of King James I in 1607 under the legal name 'The Master, Wardens and Commonality of the Art or Mistery of the Salters of London.' It is ranked #9 in the order of precedence among the Great 12 Livery Companies and operates from Salters' Hall at 4 London Wall Place, London, EC2Y 5DE — a 1976 Brutalist building designed by Sir Basil Spence and David Hicks. The Company is governed by the Master, Wardens, Renter, and Court of Assistants, with approximately 375 members divided between the Livery (capped at 225) and Freedom, and approximately 15 full and part-time staff under the Clerk.

Its activities span four domains: (1) chemistry education through the wholly-owned Salters' Institute (founded 1918), which runs the Festival of Chemistry — reaching 60,000+ students at 900+ events since 1991 — and co-developed A-Level and GCSE curricula (Salters Advanced Chemistry, Salters Horners Advanced Physics, Salters-Nuffield Advanced Biology, Twenty First Century Science) with the University of York Science Education Group; (2) charitable giving via the Salters' Charitable Foundation, awarding grants across London citizenship, science education, elderly support, and vulnerable communities; (3) heritage housing through almshouses (James Smith's in Maidenhead, 8 residents; Nicholas and Beamond in Watford, 47 residences); and (4) membership fellowship and commercial hall hire — with Salters' Hall rentable for private events (managed by Seasoned Events as onsite caterer), public hall tours at £9/person (May-October 2026), and branded merchandise sold to members and visitors.

The Company generates revenue through four streams: hall hire and event spaces, merchandise sales (umbrellas, ties, bracelets, pens priced £2-£165), recurring membership fees (undisclosed), and charitable donations/grants. Its go-to-market is community-led: membership is acquired through patrimony, redemption, or apprenticeship programmes; hall hire is booked direct via the Seasoned Events team; educational programmes are delivered through university partnerships; and grants are distributed through charitable partnerships. The Company does not publish financial statements. It is not a technology company, has no AI/software product, and has no funding rounds, parent company, or external equity ownership.

Name

the salters' company

Legal name

The Master, Wardens and Commonality of the Art or Mistery of the Salters of London

Website

https://salters.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Salters' Company is a 630-year-old City of London Livery Company (one of the Great 12) that supports chemistry education through the Salters' Institute, distributes charitable grants via the Salters' Charitable Foundation, maintains almshouses, and operates Salters' Hall for events and member fellowship among approximately 375 members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hall Hire and Event Spaces: Salters' Hall generates revenue through renting out its facilities including the Main Hall, Dining Room, Court Room, Foyer, Ante Room, and Garden for private events, weddings, conferences, and corporate functions.
2. Merchandise Sales: Sale of branded merchandise including golf umbrellas, executive umbrellas, ties, silver charm bracelets, pens, and other Salters' branded items to members and visitors.
3. Membership Fees: Revenue derived from membership contributions and participation fees from members of the Freedom and Livery of the Company.
4. Charitable Grants and Donations: The Salters' Charitable Foundation receives donations and distributes grants to support charitable causes in London citizenship, education, elderly support, and underserved communities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Salters' Company is a City of London Livery Company that provides membership fellowship, chemistry education, charitable grants, event-venue services, public hall tours, and almshouse accommodation. It also sells branded merchandise and operates programs through the Salters' Institute and Salters' Charitable Foundation.

Product overview

The Salters' Company is a historic Livery Company offering a portfolio of charitable, educational, hospitality, and membership services. The core offerings include: The Salters' Institute (chemistry education charity with Festival of Chemistry programs), Salters' Charitable Foundation (grant-making), Salters' Hall venue hire (hospitality), almshouses (elderly housing), and membership programs (Freedom and Livery). The Company also maintains The Salt Collection of historic saltcellars and offers hall tours. This is not a technology company and no AI, API, or software products are offered.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Salters' Institute: The flagship charity of the Company, founded in 1918, promoting the teaching and learning of chemistry and supporting young people in chemistry-related sciences and careers.
• The Salters' Charitable Foundation

Products and services

• The Salters' Institute An educational charity founded in 1918 that promotes chemistry teaching and learning, supports young people in chemistry-related sciences, and encourages careers in the chemical industry through programs including the Festival of Chemistry.
• Salters' Hall Venue Hire Event-venue rental offering the Main Hall, Dining Room, Court Room, Foyer, Ante Room, and Garden for private events, weddings, conferences, and corporate functions, with catering provided by Seasoned Events.
• Salters' Charitable Foundation A charitable foundation that distributes grants and donations for London citizenship, community development, science education, elderly support, and underserved or vulnerable communities.
• Almshouses Affordable housing accommodation for people in need, provided through James Smith's Almshouses in Maidenhead and Nicholas and Beamond Almshouses in Watford.
• Hall Tours Guided public and private tours of Salters' Hall, available on selected dates for groups of up to 20 people and priced at £9 per person for public tours.
• Freedom and Livery Membership Professional membership in the Freedom and Livery of The Salters' Company, providing fellowship, civic participation, governance involvement, events, and charitable involvement through patrimony, redemption, or apprenticeship routes.
• Salters' Merchandise Branded Salters' merchandise sold to members and visitors, including golfing umbrellas, executive umbrellas, ties, a silver charm bracelet, and ballpoint pens.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 60,000 students at more than 900 Festivals of Chemistry since 1991
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Royal Air Force Air Cadets, London WingminorOthers · 1 January 2019The Salters' Company has been affiliated to the RAF Air Cadets, London Wing since 2019. They provide personal development through activities including cyber and space, sports, flying and adventure training.
• HMS VengeanceminorOthers · 1 January 2006HMS Vengeance is a Vanguard class submarine carrying the Trident Ballistic Missile, the UK's nuclear deterrent. The Salters' Company has been affiliated since 2006 and supports the Submarine Fund of the Royal Naval Benevolent Trust.
• The King's Royal HussarsminorOthers · 1 January 1992The Salters' Company has been affiliated to the King's Royal Hussars since 1992. The KRH is a regular British Armoured Regiment based in Tidworth equipped with Challenger tanks. The Company supports their Regimental Welfare Fund to assist soldiers and their families.
• London Northern District Sea CadetsminorOthers · 1 January 1992Affiliated since 1992. The Sea Cadets provide personal development opportunities for young people in a maritime context.
• South West London Army Cadet ForceminorOthers · 1 January 1987The Salters' Company has been affiliated to the SW London Army Cadet Force since 1987. ACF aims to provide opportunities for young people to build personal skills and self-confidence to become responsible citizens.
• Seasoned EventscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSeasoned Events is the onsite caterer at Salters' Hall. They have mastered their craft for over four decades with fresh, locally sourced, seasonal ingredients delivering exceptional food across innovative Michelin-inspired menus. Contact: Nicky Pratt at [email protected] or 020 7334 3900.
• University of York Science Education GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThrough the University of York Science Education Group (UYSEG), the Salters' Institute developed innovative teaching materials including Salters Advanced Chemistry, Salters Horners Advanced Physics, Salters-Nuffield Advanced Biology, and Twenty First Century Science GCSE course.
• Harris Westminster Sixth Form CollegeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOne of the schools eligible for Salters' Charitable Foundation bursaries and scholarships. Part of the apprenticeship programme eligibility criteria.
• City of London School for GirlsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOne of the schools eligible for Salters' Charitable Foundation bursaries and scholarships. Part of the apprenticeship programme eligibility criteria.
• Arkwright Scholarship TrustminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRecipients of Arkwright Scholarships are eligible for Salters' Apprenticeship Programme. Part of the apprenticeship programme eligibility criteria.
• Guildhall School of Music & DramaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOne of the institutions eligible for Salters' Charitable Foundation bursaries and scholarships. Part of the apprenticeship programme eligibility criteria.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Direct peers

• Worshipful Company of Haberdashers: Another Great 12 Livery Company with a comparable mix of membership, education-linked schools (Haberdashers' Aske's), charitable giving, and almshouses — a directly analogous institutional peer.
• Worshipful Company of Drapers: One of the most prestigious Great 12 Livery Companies with multi-century heritage, a charitable foundation, almshouses, and education programmes — a closely parallel institutional model to the Salters'.
• Worshipful Company of Fishmongers: Great 12 Livery Company with shared trade-origin history, charitable foundation, almshouses, and City of London hall — directly comparable structure and mission mix to the Salters'.
• Worshipful Company of Mercers: Top-ranked Great 12 Livery Company operating charitable giving, almshouse-style philanthropy, and membership fellowship from a Hall in the City of London. Closely comparable operating model and asset base.
• Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths: Another Great 12 City of London Livery Company with comparable charitable, membership, and ceremonial functions. Strong direct comparison as one of the most active Livery Companies with significant charitable endowment and educational programmes.

Broad incumbents

• Royal Society of Chemistry: The UK's principal professional body for chemical scientists; a broader incumbent in the same chemistry-education mission space as the Salters' Institute, with overlapping audiences (chemistry teachers and students aged 14–18).
• City of London Corporation: Governing body of the Square Mile in which Livery Companies operate; relevant as the broader institutional ecosystem in which the Salters' functions and is regulated.

Others

• Livery Climate Action Group: Cross-Livery initiative in which the Salters' participates; thematically relevant as an adjacent ecosystem body, though focused on sustainability rather than charitable giving.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

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