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WHO WE ARE

The Royal Scots Club is managed overall by a group of Trustees who are responsible for keeping the Club going for time immemorial.

Trustees of The Royal Scots Club

Chairman of Trustees is Brigadier George Lowder. Other trustees include Stuart Montgomery, Maj Tony Jones, Kelly Rhodes, Norman Soutar, Maj Gen Robert Bruce and Rob Dickson.

Chairman of the Trustees: Brigadier George Lowder
Rob Dickson
Maj Tony Jones
Stuart Montgomery
Kelly Rhodes
Maj Gen Robert Bruce
Norman Soutar

Board of Directors

Reporting to the Trustees, and responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the Club is a Board of Directors. They are chaired by Norman Soutar. The directors are Alasdair Soutar, Jonny Bristow, Lyndsay Snoddon, Guy Richardson, Christian Jetuah, Molly Betram, Neil Ellis, David Goodacre, and Heather Blair..

Chairman of the Board of Directors: Norman Soutar
Alasdair Soutar
Jonny Bristow
Lyndsay Snoddon
A headshot of Chairman of the Members Committee Guy Richardson, smiling and slightly leaning against a wall.
Guy Richardson
Christian Jetuah
Molly Bertram standing in front of the library books in the Members' Library
Molly Betram
Neil Ellis standing in front of the library books in the Members' Library
Neil Ellis
David Goodacre standing in front of the library books in the Members' Library
David Goodacre
Heather Blair standing in front of the library books in the Members' Library
Heather Blair

Membership Committee

Also reporting to the Trustees, and responsible for membership events and member experience, is the Club Committee. The Committee is drawn from members of the Club. Chaired by Guy Richardson, the current Committee is made up of the following: Frances Beretta, Bernie Hewitt, Jan McClean, and Wg Cdr Alison M Moodie (retd), Christian Stelfox, Dave Hill, and Jess Davidson.

A headshot of Chairman of the Members Committee Guy Richardson, smiling and slightly leaning against a wall.
Chairman of the Membership Committee: Guy Richardson
Frances Beretta
Bernie Hewitt
Dr Allin Groom
Jan McClean
Wg Cdr Alison M Moodie (retd)
Anne Fergusson
Christian Stelfox standing in front of the library books in the Members' Library
Christian Stelfox
Dave Hill standing in front of the library books in the Members' Library
Dave Hill

Regimental Secretary

Secretary to the Trustees, Board of Directors, and Membership Committee

Lt Col David Jack
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OUR EVENTS

30
Jan

Burns Lunch

The Royal Scots Club’s annual Burns Lunch is a traditional and lively event with magnetic performances and delicious Scottish Cuisine. A most memorable afternoon and a highlight of The Club’s event calendar. The ticket includes a traditional three-course

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02
Feb

Evening Lecture – Beyond Impressionism: The Radical Art of the Scottish Colourists

A captivating overview of the key figures who defined a pivotal moment in Scottish art history. Join Art Historian Samuel Vince in a tantalising lecture on these instrumental Scottish Artists. In collaboration with the Edinburgh Drawing School.


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06
Feb

The Captain’s Table

The Captain’s Table is a regular Royal Scots Club lunch where members and their guests can get together and enjoy good food, good conversation and meet new people.

Member only event

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07
Feb

Six Nations Scotland Screenings at The Royal Scots Club

The Guinness Six Nations Championship is here! Join fellow members and guests to watch every game on our big screens. Book a ticket to secure your seat, and have a burger and pint waiting for you.


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11
Feb

Coffee Morning and Exhibition: Secret Ink

As we approach the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, The Royal Scots Club invites members and guests to a profound and deeply personal morning presentation that honours the resilience of those held captive in the Far East.


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14
Feb

Valentine’s Day Dinner

Join us for a specially curated evening of wine, food and music. Whether you are bringing your dearest loved one, gathering your closest friends, or treating yourself, all are most welcome!


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19
Feb

Members Drinks

A rallying call! Gather with your friends and fellow social members in the cocktail bar for an evening drink and a chinwag on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Guests welcome. Food available for purchase. Attendance is free – all food and drinks can be

Member only event

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20
Feb

G.L.O.W. Gal’s Lunch

Gathering Ladies of Wit. A Royal Scots Club monthly lunch for our ladies and their guests in the Abercromby Dining room.

Member only event

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02
Mar

Evening Lecture: The Secret Lives of Women on the Home Front

Many aspects of women’s wartime activities were excluded from the official records due to illegality, perceived immorality and entrenched sexism. This talk will investigate three main areas of women’s unofficial involvement in aspects of the Second Wo


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15
Mar

Mothers Day Lunch

Treat your mum to a delicious three-course lunch with tea/coffee in our beautiful Abercromby Dining Room for just £28 per person. Book a table of four and mum eats free.* Tables will be available between 12:00 and 14:00 on Sunday 15th March 2026.  *On

Member only event

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18
Mar

Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club returns in March and is hosted by a RSC Member. Engage with fellow Club members and chat about a new topic of interest over a breakfast roll or pastry.

Member only event

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27
Mar

Evening Concert: Plaidsong

Join us on 27th of March for an evening presentation and musical performance of ‘Songs of the Scottish Soldier Across 7 Centuries’ by PlaidSong


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06
Apr

Evening Lecture: Scotland’s Choice

Scotland’s Choice: An Evening of Discussion with Times Columnist Magnus Linklater. What does the upcoming Election have in store for you?


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18
May

Author Coffee Morning: Trading Fate

Club Member Graeme Menzies provides a uniquely west coast perspective on the Canadian origin story – explore the event that prevented British Columbia from becoming an American State.


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