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The Burgesses of Guild of the City and Royal Burgh of Aberdeen ranks as one of the oldest civic institutions in Scotland. We are first mentioned in historical documents in the year 1124 when Aberdeen was a centre of trade and commerce. Much of the city's history stems from the actions of its early Burgesses who were charged with guarding the Burgh with its laws and customs. More than 800 years after formation the Burgesses of Aberdeen now number some 1,100 men and women who have been admitted on the strength of their character, professional reputation and involvement in the civic life of Aberdeen.
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Burgess Golf Competition
We still have places available for our Annual Golf competition. This years Burgess of Guild golf competition will be held at the Kings Links Golf Course on the afternoon of Wednesday 25th July with first tee off at 1.31pm The cost will be £25 per adult / £15 per ad
Welcome to New Burgesses admitted on Monday 2 July 2018
From top: Jonathan Anderson, Accountant. Harry Diack, Quantity Surveyor (Retired). Michael Dreelan, Engineering Director (Retired). Ian Haw, Banker (Retired). Allan Henderson, Managing Director. Neil McLennan, Snr Lecturer in Educa
Sue Ryder Care Visit
Thank you for all taking the time to visit us and finding out more about our appeal. I was really overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the Burgess members following the presentation and tour. So many people came up to talk about how they can help, from taking collec