15 November The Kirking of the Master and His Court: St Giles’ Cathedral
The Kirking of the new Master, Grant Macrae, is a ceremonial service held at St Giles’ Cathedral, with participation from representatives of the Company and its institutions.
Attendees are kindly requested to be seated by 11:50am. Music and stewarding will be provided by pupils from the Merchant Company Schools, with senior students also taking part in the service, which will be led by the Company Chaplain.
22 November The Greetin’ Dinner: The Court Room
The Greetin’ Dinner is a black-tie dinner designed to welcome the new Master and newly appointed Court Assistants to their roles in the Company. All members of the Court attend to celebrate and support the incoming leadership at this event, each delivering a brief, entertaining speech as part of the occasion.
29 November Shooting Club Dinner: The Court Room
More details to follow shortly.