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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

22
Jun

Evening Lecture: The House of War

The House of War is a sweeping narrative of over 1000 years of confrontation and conflict between the armies of Christendom and those of the Caliphate.


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26
Jun

Pop-Up Scottish Opera

Experience opera on a miniature scale, with 30-minute performances brought to life with specially commissioned illustrations. Session 1: Rigoletto, Session 2: The Elixir of Love.


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27
Jun

Coffee Morning & Exhibition: HMS Unicorn

Explore the history and heritage of HMS Unicorn from the comfort of the Royal Scots Club with Club Member Lachlan Gunn from the HMS Unicorn heritage team.


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03
Jul

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.

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18
Jul

Summer Garden Party

Join fellow members and guests for our beloved annual Summer Garden Party in the stunning Queen Street Gardens East. An elegant evening of live music, food, and great company.

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23
Jul

A Taste of Italy

Buon appetito! Join us in the Abercromby Dining Room for an indulgent evening of Italian music with a beautifully curated menu!

Member only event

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05
Aug

Solo From The Pitt: Exclusive Fringe Preview

Acclaimed Metropolitan Opera trombonist and comedian Elias Faingersh brings his one-man show to the Club before it hits the Fringe mainstage.


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06
Aug

Edinburgh Military Tattoo & Dinner

Join fellow members for drinks and dinner at the Club before heading to Edinburgh Castle for the iconic Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo — an unforgettable evening of tradition and spectacle.

Member only event

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07
Sep

Evening Lecture: Living a Polite Life

Dr Jenny Mayhew unravels the codes of conduct that shaped polite British society. Explore the complex and comical historical rulebook that guided British lives from cradle to grave.


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21
Sep

Minds & Machines: AI & Cyber Security Seminar




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24
Sep

Grapes & Gruyère: Guided Tasting Experience

Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or simply someone who enjoys a good drop and a cheeseboard, this is an evening made for you.

Member only event

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03
Oct

Legacy In Motion: Guided Club History Club

Discover the untold stories and history of the Royal Scots Club. A private bespoke Club tour with local historian Dr. Kate Stephenson.

Member only event

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05
Oct

Evening Lecture: Dressing up, Decorum and Debauchery in Eighteenth-Century Pleasure Gardens

Society, Sin and Scandal. Dr Kate Stephenson uncovers the world of eighteenth-century pleasure gardens. Hot beds of sin? Or simply a reflection of society’s deepest fears?


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23
Oct

Trafalgar Night Dinner

Join us at the Royal Scots Club on Friday 23rd October for our Trafalgar Night Dinner held in support of The Royal Marines Charity.


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29
Oct

Folklore Evening: Dark & Haunting Tales

Pull up a chair and dare to listen? Professional Storyteller Beverly Bryant brings dark and haunting tales to life in our Underground Bar.


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02
Nov

Evening Lecture: This is Murrayfield

Join Rob Robertson & Peter Burns as we celebrate 100 remarkable years of Murrayfield Stadium. A century of iconic matches, memories and Scottish rugby history.


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08
Nov

Remembrance Sunday Lunch

Wreath laying ceremony at 12:00 noon, followed by a delicious two-course lunch.


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09
Nov

Artist Exhibition – Alicia Coombes



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26
Nov

Thanksgiving Dinner

A delicious three-course dinner in our Hepburn Suite to celebrate Thanksgiving with live music.


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27
Nov

St Andrew’s Day Dinner at The Royal Scots Club

Celebrate Scotland’s patron saint with a delicious three-course dinner, traditional musical entertainment, and an exciting guest speaker.

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07
Dec

Evening Lecture: The Glen Affric Tartan – Decoding a Unique Survivor

Discover Scotland’s oldest tartan: The Glen Affric. A 500-year-old fragment unearthed from a Highland peat bog, explored by leading expert Peter Eslea MacDonald.


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10
Dec

Christmas Special: Festive Wine Tasting

Join us for a bespoke festive tasting experience in the Underground Bar with Richard from Great Grog. Expertly paired wines and canapés to celebrate the silly season.

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12
Dec

The Royal Scots Club Murder Mystery

Join us for a festive murder mystery evening at the Club. Work with fellow guests to unravel the clues, identify the suspects and solve the case before the evening is out.

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17
Dec

Chairman’s Christmas Cocktails

Join our Chairman and other Members on Thursday, 17th December for a festive drinks reception. This is a complimentary event available for Members only.

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