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. […]
The Court Dinner 2024
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. […]
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. […]
2nd Annual Portraiture Competition
On Tuesday 17th September, the Royal Company of Merchants proudly hosted the prize-giving event for its second annual portraiture competition. […]
Welcoming Lisa Kerr to George Watson’s College
The 2024/25 academic session began under the leadership of our new principal, Lisa Kerr – the fifth principal of George Watson’s College. […]
Fresh Start
At the beginning of August, the Almoner visited an applicant that had applied to become a Beneficiary. In addition to having severe ill health, it quickly became apparent that the person was eligible to become a Beneficiary and receive additional assistance through the Welfare and Maintenance fund. […]
Community and Educational Partnerships
At Watson’s we are keen to co-create mutually beneficial community and educational partnerships. But what does this mean? Why are we doing this, who does it really benefit and what challenges does this present? […]
Presentation to Old Master Peter Hillier
Following the Company meeting on 15th June, the Master hosted a reception for Old Master and Lord Dean of Guild, Peter Hillier. […]
Stewart’s Melville College Achieves Mental Health Award
Stewart’s Melville College is delighted to have achieved its Silver School Mental Health Award from the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools. […]
Enterprise Fund Continues to Support Young Entrepreneurs
To date, the Enterprise Fund has provided £30,960 to 19 young business entrepreneurs in Edinburgh. […]