News articles and press releases
Last night we were delighted to host a reception at the Merchants’ Hall attended by HRH The Princess Royal to launch the new Merchant Company Endowments Trust Community Grants Scheme. The purpose of the Community Grant Scheme is to increase the charitable offering provided by the Merchant Company Endowments Trust. This has been achieved by […]
On the 25th January the Company had the pleasure of welcoming Nicholas Lyons, the current Lord Mayor of London and a members of his team to Merchants’ Hall as part of their tour of Scotland. During this business breakfast we were joined by a variety of company members and associates as well as invited guests […]
The Melville College Trust (MCT) is an independent charity SC002074 which was constituted in 1976, a few years after the merger of Daniel Stewart’s and Melville College (formerly known as Edinburgh Institution). Trust Purpose The main purpose of the Trust is to promote the advancement of education through the provision of bursaries and grants, in […]
The Master and Mrs Susan Robertson were delighted to attend the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo as guests of Lieutenant General Nick Borton DSO MBE, Colonel, The Royal Regiment of Scotland. The Company has an affiliation with 2 Scots, the second battalion of the Royal Regiment. The Master was particularly proud to see a junior choir […]
On Sunday 19th June the Master was pleased to attend a Service of Celebration at Greyfriars Kirk to mark 150 years since the founding of George Watson’s Ladies’ College. The Master is pictured here with, among others, Melvyn Roffe, the school Principal, Old Master Pat Denzler, a GWLC FP, and Cara Buttery, the school Captain. Pictured are (from left):Melvyn […]
6.30pm for 7.00pm, The Merchant’s Hall Join Quizmaster Scott Wilson, one of the best-known voices in the country, for the return of the Merchant Company Quiz. Teams of up to six players, and prizes and kudos for the winners. Buy one ticket and join a team, bring some friends and join with others, or bring […]
We are delighted that after the unfortunate need to cancel the Ball planned for May 2020 and the need to schedule twice we are able to announce that tickets for the Merchant Company Inaugural Ball at Prestonfield House Hotel go on sale today. With something for everyone, this is an event which will enable our […]
Our Members’ Dinner will take place in the Hall on Friday 9 December 2022. Members are encouraged to book early to avoid disappointment. The ticket price for the dinner is £130 per person and the dress code is black tie. A pre-dinner drinks reception will be held from 6.45pm to 7.15pm, when dinner will be […]
On 18th June, the Master was honoured to be a guest of our affiliate Regiment, The Royal Highland Fusiliers, 2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (2 Scots), at a ceremony held at Glencorse Barracks for the presentation of the 7th Assaye colour. During a superb display of marching and military music, he was delighted to […]
You spoke – we listened – and we have arranged an informal supper for our members and their friends. This will take place on Friday 24 June 2022 in the Hall. Members are encouraged to book early to avoid disappointment. The ticket price for this informal three course dinner with pre-dinner prosecco and a half […]
