Like most communities of any size, Westerham has had its fair share of clubs, societies, institutions and associations over the years. One of the earliest appears to be Westerham Literary Institution started in 1853. The Horticultural Society was formed in 1871, the Westerham Industrial Association in 1880, the Westerham Gardeners’ & Amateurs Mutual Improvement Society in 1889, the Mens Club in 1894 and the Fanciers’ Association in 1912.