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The Merchant Taylor’s in the City of
Guilds (or "Mysteries") were probably in existence before the Norman Conquest and were to be found, not only in
Most guilds are the direct descendants of the medieval trade guilds which exercised considerable influence from the 13th Century, defining and controlling both trade and a City's resultant wealth and power.
Some maintain very close links with their trades, and continue to be influential bodies which, in addition to being the custodians of their fine Livery Halls and historical contents, also play a substantial role in the fields of education and charity.
