The Merchants House of Glasgow

23/06/2025

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The next issue is coming soon, featuring an introduction to our new Lord Dean of Guild, Tony McElroy.

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20/06/2025

Vice Dean Frances McMenamin and Director Lady Valerie Stacey were delighted to attend a recent 'Behind the Scenes' tour at the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences.

The tour offered fascinating insights into the groundbreaking research and remarkable talent shaping the future of healthcare and science.

We’re pleased to continue strengthening our relationship with the University of Strathclyde and to support innovation that has such a positive impact on lives both locally and globally.

19/06/2025

On Sunday, 1st June 2025, we were warmly welcomed at Glasgow Cathedral for the Kirking of the new Lord Dean of Guild, Tony McElroy. The well-attended service was a wonderful occasion, reflecting the enduring ties between the Merchants House and the Cathedral.

Read more on our website: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/kirking-of-the-lord-dean-of-guild-2/

12/06/2025

Stunning photos here from Euan and Gemma's wedding, which took place at the Merchants house recently.

With its breathtaking architectural details and timeless elegance, our venue provides the perfect backdrop for your wedding, ensuring your day is nothing short of magical.

Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, we can accommodate a range of wedding sizes. From a cozy elopement in the charming Lord Dean’s Room, to a larger celebration with up to 120 guests in our majestic Grand Hall, we cater to every style and vision: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/wedding-packages/

📸 Graeme Hewitson, Monument Photos

10/06/2025

Grant Stories: The STAR Project, an award-winning community organisation based in Renfrewshire, has been awarded a £5,000 grant in support of its Pantry Plus programme. This resilience-based food initiative aims to tackle food insecurity whilst also reducing dependence on free food provision.

Read more about this innovative project here: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/star-project-awarded-5000-grant-to-tackle-food-insecurity-with-dignity/

07/06/2025

07/06/2025

Still thinking about applying for a grant from us? There's still time, but the deadline is coming up on Monday, 9th June.

Our current focus areas are:
🥗 Food and fuel poverty
🏃‍♀️ Healthy living
🤗 Encouraging social inclusion

If you think your organisation could benefit from a grant you'll find the full eligibility criteria and application form here: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/apply-for-a-grant/

05/06/2025

On Thursday 15th May, the Merchants House hosted a Valedictory Dinner in honour of our outgoing Lord Dean of Guild, Andrew McFarlane. The evening was a warm and heartfelt celebration of his tenure, and an opportunity to reflect on the many achievements of the House under his leadership.

Read more about it on our website: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/a-valedictory-celebration-for-lord-dean-of-guild-andrew-mcfarlane/

04/06/2025

🛠️ Honouring the past whilst investing in our future

There was a lovely article in the Glasgow Times yesterday about our Port Stones project. As part of celebrations marking the city’s 850th anniversary, the project saw stone markers being laid at the original sites of Glasgow’s city gates. Stonemasons of the future took their first steps into the industry as part of the project, with construction apprentices at City of Glasgow College having a hand in designing and laying out the markers.

Callan McBroom, first year stonemasonry apprentice, said: “Being involved in the cutting of these stones for the city’s 850th was a proud moment. It’s not every day you work on something that’s going to stand in Glasgow for generations.”

As one of Glasgow’s oldest civic institutions, we’re proud to have supported this project that both preserves our city’s rich heritage and helps young tradespeople build a future rooted in craftsmanship and care.

Read the full article here: https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/25208085.glasgow-streets-unusual-new-paving-stones--/

UNDER the feet of modern-day Glaswegians going about their business, four new paving stones tell a story of the city’s past.

02/06/2025

📍 Looking for the perfect city centre conference venue?
Welcome to The Merchants House of Glasgow- a stunning historic venue located right on the corner of George Square, just steps from Queen Street Station.

Whether you're planning a small meeting or a large corporate event, we offer a range of flexible spaces and tailored packages to suit your needs.

Discover more and enquire about your event: https://merchantshouse.org.uk/conferences/

01/06/2025