The Society of High Constables of Edinburgh

The Society is the Guard of Honour to the Lord Provost and Council of the City of Edinburgh.

We continue a tradition of service to our City that traces back over 400 years, processing and parading for various civic duties throughout the year.

About Us

We are the Guard of Honour to the Lord Provost and Council of the City of Edinburgh.  We trace our history back to the first constables appointed in 1611 to keep order in the City.  We have up to 276 members, divided into 23 wards that are named for parts of the City.  We have six office bearers who manage our activities, supported by other members of the Society.

Activity

We perform formal activities including attending civic duties and Drill and Inspections. We also do charitable work and have an active social calendar. There are also sports clubs open to members.

Membership

We are interested in potential members who contribute or have contributed to the business and professional life of Edinburgh, will commit to performing their duties, will play an active part in the life of the Society and their Ward, and will respect our long-standing traditions.

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Events in the next three months

november

sun08nov9:15 amRemembrance Sunday9:15 am Edinburgh(GMT+00:00) City ChambersEvent Type:Civic DutiesDress Code:Ceremonial Dress, Long Baton Attendees:2 Members from Selected Wards,Office Bearers,Ward IX,Ward VII,Ward VIII

thu12nov7:00 pmCommittee of the Society (November)7:00 pm(GMT+00:00) City ChambersEvent Type:MeetingsDress Code:Business Suits Attendees:Office Bearers,Ward Captains

sun15nov10:00 amAnnual British & International Sailors' Service for Seafarers10:00 am Edinburgh(GMT+00:00) North and South Leith Parish ChurchEvent Type:Civic DutiesDress Code:Ceremonial Dress, Long Baton Attendees:2 Members from Selected Wards,Office Bearers,Ward XIX,Ward XVIII,Ward XX

december

wed02dec6:00 pmAnnual Society Dinner6:00 pm Edinburgh(GMT+00:00) Prestonfield House HotelEvent Type:SocialDress Code:Black Tie Attendees:Any Members and Guests (with tickets)

sun06dec10:30 amSt Andrewstide Service10:30 am Edinburgh(GMT+00:00) City ChambersEvent Type:Civic DutiesDress Code:Ceremonial Dress, Long Baton Attendees:2 Members from Selected Wards,Office Bearers,Ward XI,Ward XIII,Ward XVII

The Society has historic and strong working relationships with various organisations including our three kindred societies.

City of Edinburgh Council
City of Edinburgh Council
High Constables and Guard of Honour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse
High Constables and Guard of Honour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse
The Society of High Constables of Perth
The Society of High Constables of Perth
High Constabulary of the Port of Leith
High Constabulary of the Port of Leith
The Royal Company of Archers
The Royal Company of Archers
Police Scotland
Police Scotland
The Royal Company of Merchantsof The City of Edinburgh
The Royal Company of Merchants
of The City of Edinburgh

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