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The Merchants House of Glasgow

Name: The Merchants House of Glasgow
Address: 7 West George Street, Glasgow, G21BA, GB
Telephone: +441412218272
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

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A stunning central Glasgow venue, and charity supporting local causes in Glasgow and the West.

21/11/2025

We’re so touched by these lovely words from one of our newlywed couples ❤️

It was an absolute joy to host their special day at the Merchants House, and we couldn’t be happier to hear how much they and their guests enjoyed it.

If you’d like our team to look after your special day, enquire today: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/wedding-packages/

📸 Thanks to Gary at Good Luck Wolf Photography for the fabulous image!

17/11/2025

Everyone deserves the chance to dance 💛

Our £2,000 grant to YDance (Scottish Youth Dance) has helped young people with disabilities take part in classes, performances, and events across Scotland through their Horizons Glasgow inclusive dance group.

Horizons brings together young people of all abilities to build confidence, creativity, and connection, proving that dance truly knows no boundaries.

🔗 Read their inspiring story: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/supporting-horizons-glasgow-where-dance-knows-no-boundaries-and-everyone-is-welcome/

14/11/2025

Founded on International Women’s Day 2020 by advocate Claire Mitchell KC and writer Zoe Venditozzi, the Witches of Scotland campaign is dedicated to seeking justice for the nearly 4,000 individuals, predominantly women, accused of witchcraft in Scotland between 1563 and 1736.

This Halloween, we were delighted to welcome Claire and Zoe to the Merchants House to discuss their book and the wider campaign, in what proved to be an engaging, thought-provoking evening.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on the night. We are thrilled to announce that the event raised £4,000 for Glasgow Women's Aid.

A representative shared:�“Thank you so much for your incredible generosity. We are so grateful that The Merchants House chose to support Glasgow Women’s Aid through your recent event. A donation of £4,000 will make a significant difference to the women, children, and young people we support, helping us to continue providing vital services to those experiencing domestic abuse.”

We are also very grateful to Aamer Anwar & Co., The Faculty of Advocates, Levy & McRae, and Livingstone Brown for their generous sponsorship of the event.

11/11/2025

Today, we will pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of all who have served in conflicts past and present.

At the Merchants House of Glasgow, an organisation with deep ties to the armed forces, we reflect today on the lives lost, the families affected, and our shared hope for lasting peace.

At the 11th hour, we invite you to join us in a moment of silence, to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice and to support those who continue to serve today.

10/11/2025

Lord Dean Tony McElroy and Vice Dean Frances McMenamin recently attended the launch of a public consultation to choose the design of a new statue of Nelson Mandela in Glasgow.

Glasgow was the first city in the world to award the Freedom of the City to Mandela in 1981, whilst he was still imprisoned in South Africa.

The competition, organised by the Nelson Mandela Scottish Memorial Foundation, will see a new statue installed at Nelson Mandela Place in the city centre. Five artists- Paul Ferriter, Alan Herriot, Kenny Hunter, Hector Guest, and David Mitchell- have been shortlisted and have each produced a model of their proposed design. These models are on display in Glasgow City Chambers until 14 November, where members of the public can view them and share their feedback.

Mandela was released from prison in 1990 and visited Glasgow in 1993 to formally receive the Freedom of the City, addressing a crowd of more than 10,000 people in George Square.

07/11/2025

✨ A touch of timeless elegance in the heart of Glasgow...

Our Grand Hall provides the perfect backdrop for unforgettable lunches, receptions, and celebrations. With white linen tables, soft candlelight, and historic charm, it’s a space that makes every occasion special ❤️

📸 Our magnificent Grand Hall set up for a lunch function
🔗 Explore our options and make an enquiry here: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/our-meeting-rooms/

03/11/2025

Grants Stories: We’re proud to have supported Family Mediation West of Scotland with a £3,000 grant to help make their Glasgow Child Contact Centre more welcoming and comforting for families.

The funding has helped upgrade toys, sensory resources, and furnishings, creating brighter, more engaging spaces where children can reconnect with parents in a safe, supportive environment.

Read more about the impact of this grant and the difference it’s making to families across the West of Scotland: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/bringing-comfort-and-connection-how-a-3000-grant-helped-create-more-engaging-spaces-for-families/

31/10/2025

👻 A Spooktacular Thank You!

As October draws to a close, we’d like to send a fang-tastic thank you to everyone who’s supported The Merchants House of Glasgow this month- whether you’ve booked our venue, joined as a member, or attended one of our events.

🕯️ Happy Halloween from all of us at The Merchants House!

29/10/2025

💀 Halloween crept up on you? Don’t miss your chance- last tickets remaining for a special evening at The Merchants House this Friday, 31st October!

Join authors Claire Mitchell and Zoe Venditozzi, founders of the Witches of Scotland campaign, as they discuss their powerful new book, How to Kill a Witch: A Guide for the Patriarchy.

Discover the dark and fascinating history of Scotland’s witch trials- when thousands of women were accused and many met tragic fates. With sharp wit and compelling insight, Claire and Zoe uncover the forces behind these historic injustices and reveal why their lessons still resonate today.

🏛️ The Merchants House
🗓️ 31st October
⏰ 6.30pm
💷 £25, all proceeds go to
🍷 Glass of wine included
🎟️ Tickets: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/event/how-to-kill-a-witch-a-guide-for-the-patriarchy/

27/10/2025

Merchants Moments: The recently unveiled portrait of May Storrie, our first female Lord Dean of Guild, now hangs proudly in the Lord Dean's Room as a permanent tribute to a wonderful lady.

Read more about May, her leadership and her impact on our website: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/a-lasting-tribute-to-may-storrie-cbe/

23/10/2025

This Halloween, Claire Mitchell and Zoe Venditozzi bring the Witches of Scotland to The Merchants House, telling the powerful stories of women accused, persecuted, and forgotten.

Join us to uncover one of the darkest chapters in Scottish history- and to understand why it still matters today.

Get your tickets here: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/event/how-to-kill-a-witch-a-guide-for-the-patriarchy/

17/10/2025

⚓ Ahoy there!

Our CEO, Craig Vickery, and Lord Dean of Guild, Tony McElroy, recently enjoyed a visit to The Tall Ship Glenlee. It was a fantastic opportunity to tour the ship, learn more about her incredible history, and explore ways we might work together in the future.

A majestic piece of Clydeside’s shipbuilding heritage, the Glenlee serves as a free floating museum, attracting over 230,000 visitors each year. She’s also a vital educational resource for schoolchildren and supports the community through volunteer boat-building programmes that teach practical skills while preserving our maritime heritage.

Thank you to the team at Glenlee for having us!

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7 West George Street
Glasgow
G21BA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441412218272

Website

http://www.merchantshouse.org.uk/

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The Merchants House

The Merchants House building was complete in 1877, the design completed by John Burnet also included offices for the chamber of commerce in the city. Substantial alterations were made however in 1908, which included two storeys which still exists to this day.

The house is a registered charity which provides funding to voluntary organisations and groups across Glasgow and the West of Scotland, it also makes grants from it’s funds to various educational institutions whom provide bursaries to students and schoolchildren through the George Craig Trust. The house has been the recipient of bequests and donations ever since it was first established.

The house is one of the most important and historical parts of the city of Glasgow, first receiving a written constitution way back in 1605. This was to be known as the letter of Guildry which still forms as part of the basic constitution of the House.

Merchants House is situated between the corner of George Square and West George Street in the heart of Glasgow directly adjacent from the city chambers and has became an integral part of the wider community and beyond.