This article is a short presentation of the connections between the Western esoteric tradition and Druidry, as demonstrated by the British Druidic traditions. The Druids, described in the classical sources as mages, philosophers and sages, have become an icon for the para-masonic organisations of 19th century Great Britain. The image of the Druids as those initiated and learned in secret, arcane knowledge is alive in the 21th century as well, especially among the sympathisers of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids, the largest organisation of those interested in Druidry.