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Grand Order of Water Rats
AbbreviationGOWR
Formation1889
TypeShow business charity
PurposeTo assist members of the theatrical profession, or their dependents, who are in need
Location
  • The Water Rats public house in Gray's Inn Road, London
Membership
200
King Rat
Richard Gauntlett
Websitehttp://www.gowr.net

The Grand Order of Water Rats is a British entertainment industry fraternity and charitable organisation based in London. Founded in 1889 by the music hall comedians Joe Elvin and Jack Lotto, the order is known for its high-profile membership and benevolent works (primarily within the performing industries).[1]

  1. ^ "Elvin and the Grand Order of Water Rats". Gowr.net. Retrieved 7 October 2019.

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