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The Court Dinner 2024

On Friday 18th October, the Royal Company of Merchants hosted one of the grandest events of the Company year – the Court Dinner at the Merchants' Hall. Our Old Masters and Court Assistants rolled out a warm welcome for some of Scotland’s dignitaries and special…

Meet the New Executive Team

We are delighted to officially introduce the new Executive team, who have joined Lisa Bee and Graham McDonald at Merchants' Hall. Together, they bring a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to our operations as the new CEO & Secretary and leaders in our Finance…

The Riding of the Marches 2024

Earlier this month, the Royal Company of Merchants participated in one of the most impressive events in Edinburgh’s annual calendar, the Riding of the Marches. The tradition of inspecting the common land of Edinburgh dates back as far as 1494, making it one of the…

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Ideal for conferences, receptions, seminars and networking events, The Merchants’ Hall team will work with you whatever the brief to create the perfect event. 

A fantastic venue for private dinners and receptions of all shapes and sizes. This rich and opulent building with its fascinating history is the perfect backdrop for your party and is sure to wow your guests.