Trinity Hall

05/12/2023

🎄CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL🎄

Have you seen our Christmas tree yet?! ✨

We are delighted to once again be taking part in the OpenSpace Trust Christmas Tree Festival in the Drum Aisle of the Kirk of St Nicholas.

Various charities, schools and organisations have taken part, each being allocated a Christmas carol to base the decorations on 🎅 Ours being "I Saw Three Ships" ⚓️🎶

Pop down and see how fabulously creative the trees are! ❤

Forthcoming opening times:

Saturday 9 December 2023, 11.00am - Saturday 9 December 2023, 2.00pm
Saturday 16 December 2023, 11.00am - Saturday 16 December 2023, 2.00pm

For more info:

https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/events/openspace-trusts-third-christmas-tree-festival

05/12/2023

⭐️TAILORS DINNER DANCE⭐️

On the 1st of December, the Aberdeen Tailor Incorporation celebrated in style with their annual dinner dance.

A delicious meal as always from our resident chef Richie Gavryluk, great tunes from Last Resort Band and lovely company 🥳

The room looked stunning with decorations created by Hazlehead Primary School in partnership with their Parent council who have been working with pupils to develop their creativity through art.
Their inspiration came from the outdoors with the baubles reflecting the individual creativity of each pupil. Designs ranged from The Grinch to a Christmas pudding and the lights gave an added sparkle highlighting the electricity they can feel when learning to be creative ✨

Also, how great do the suit napkins look with the roses in the lapel? 🌹 Prepared by Monika at Trinity Hall! 😀

29/11/2023

⭐️FLESHERS DINNER DANCE⭐️

Kicking off the Dinner Dance season in style 💃

The Aberdeen Fleshers Incorporation held their dinner dance on the 18th of November - an evening filled with amazing food provided by our resident chef Richie Gavryluk (meat from H&S Milne and Sons), fantastic entertainment by Heartland Band and comradery between all 🥂

Group photo credit: Carol Leith Photography
Flame throwers by Event FX Scotland

22/11/2023

⭐️NEW MEMBER⭐️

Welcome to Mark Lindley-Highfield of Ballumbie Castle who has recently joined the Aberdeen Shoemakers Incorporation.

Mr Lindley-Highfield completed his essay piece which was overseen by essay masters Ex Deacons Hunter and Scott and Mr Harwood. Thereafter the piece was inspected by the table and Mr Lindley-Highfield was asked to join the Incorporation 👏

21/11/2023

Some Trades Widows' Fund Charity news ✨

20/11/2023

🔱THE CONVENER COURT KIRKING🔱

The Convener Court consists of the four high office bearers from each Trade of The Seven Incorporated Trades of Aberdeen, the Deacon Convener, the Late Deacon Convener, the Master of Trades Hospital and the Patron. The members of the court are elected into office each year.

At a kirking service held at the Kirk of St Nicholas, the court were blessed in the presence of the Lord Provost of Aberdeen, Aberdeen Burgesses, members of the trades and other dignitaries - a tradition stemming back to when the Hall was on Union Street (Trinity Centre) A celebratory lunch was held thereafter at Trinity Hall.

Congratulations to all new and continuing office bearers 🎉

Photo credit to Ken Taylor Photography
Pictured:

Patron Iain Thomson
Deacon Convener Andy Leiper
Late Deacon Convener Bruce Campbell
Master of Trades Hospital Ian MacIntosh

Hammermen:
Deacon Ken Scott
Late Deacon Alan Law
Boxmaster Grant Simpson
First Master Greig Morrison

Bakers:
Deacon James Strathdee
Late Deacon David Ross
Boxmaster Kevin Leiper
First Master Tristan Ross

Wrights & Coopers:
Deacon George McLeod
Late Deacon Graeme Thomson
Boxmaster Mike Rennie
First Master Bill Beattie

Tailors:
Deacon Philip Sainsbury
Late Deacon Richard Sainsbury
Boxmaster David N Parkinson
First Master Ed Shaw

Shoemakers:
Deacon Chris Watson
Late Deacon Brian Donald
Boxmaster Barney Crockett
First Master Graham Findlay

Weavers:
Deacon Martin Wiseman
Late Deacon Adam Byrne
Boxmaster Neil Armour
First Master Peter Murray

Fleshers:
Deacon Kenny Milne
Late Deacon Richard Leith
Boxmaster Neil Montgomery
First Master Philip Whyte

Conveners Officer: Ex Deacon John Russell

Clerk & Assessor: Mr Craig Pike

13/11/2023

The Convener Court of The Seven Incorporated Trades of Aberdeen, processing for Rememberance Sunday.

13/11/2023

Lest we forget.

13/11/2023

Lest we forget.

08/11/2023

⭐️WEAVERS CAREER ENHANCEMENT AWARDS⭐️

Well done to both the winner Ruadhan Curran and runner up Eilidh Naysmith on their fantastic work!

Photo credit - Martin Parker, Gatehouse Design Agency

03/11/2023

🎶An Evening with Professor Paul Mealor and Robert Lovie 🎶

Last night, the Aberdeen Burgesses and Burgesses of Trade were treated to a wonderful evening with Professor Paul Mealor and Robert Lovie, together, they explored Professor Mealor's fascinating career.

Prof Paul Mealor, a Burgess of Guild, is well known and has had a distinguished career as an academic at the University of Aberdeen where he is a Professor of Composition with visiting professorships in the USA and Scandinavia, as well as being a renowned composer.

Professor Mealor was invited to compose a piece for the Royal Wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales, wrote the song which was No. 1 for the Military Wives “Wherever You Are” and has remained a firm favourite of the Royal Family when he composed pieces for the Coronation of King Charles III and the Honours of Scotland Ceremony.

Robert Lovie of the Prince’s Foundation was heavily involved in and performed at the Honours of Scotland Ceremony.

Pictured:

Lord Dean of Guild Dr Sylvia Halkerston
Mr Robert Lovie
Professor Paul Mealor
Deacon Convener Andy Leiper

30/10/2023

☕LADIES COFFEE MORNING☕

On a driech morning last week we had our ladies coffee morning.

Late Deacon Richard Leith of the Fleshers Incorporation gave a very interesting talk on the theme of "Memories" - stirring up a lot of memories for the audience too!

We had a selection of treats, including delicious rowies by Ross of Chapel Street 😍

27/10/2023

💙OLD TRINITY HALL 💙

We love this artwork by Small Stories by Gabrielle Reith which is currently displayed on an empty shop unit window at Union Square Aberdeen😍

The piece depicts iconic Aberdeen buildings & monuments on "The Granite Mile" including the Music Hall Aberdeen, the Mercat Cross and of course Trinity Hall!

What is now the Trinity Centre was once the second home of Trinity Hall, which was purpose built for The Seven Incorporated Trades of Aberdeen in 1846 by Architect Tudor Johnnie (John Smith). Prince Albert was inspired by the beauty of Trinity Hall and hired Tudor Johnnie to design the new Balmoral Castle & Estate.

Gabrielles book is coming out over the next few weeks, so keep your eyes peeled 👀

Our Union Street

25/10/2023

Congratulations again to the Hospitality Foundation Apprentices! 👏

As always, we are delighted to celebrate students learning, their progression and career enhancement ✨

Hospitality Training Aberdeen

25/10/2023

⭐️TAILORS ELECTION⭐️

Congratulations to all the office bearers of the Aberdeen Tailors Incorporation! 👏

Deacon Philip Sainsbury
Boxmaster David N Parkinson
First Master Ed Shaw
Late Deacon Richard Sainsbury

We wish you all the best for your terms in office! 😃

11/10/2023

⭐️HAMMERMEN INCORPORATION ELECTION & DINNER⭐️

Congratulations to the new office bearers of the Aberdeen Hammermen Incorporation! 👏

Deacon Ken Scott
Boxmaster Grant Simpson
First Master Greig Morrison
Late Deacon Alan Law

We wish them all the best in their terms in office ✨

Yet again another wonderful dinner was had, with lots of laughs and great company.

10/10/2023

⭐️ABERDEEN BAKER INCORPORATION ELECTION & DINNER⭐️

Congratulations to all the newly elected office bearers of the Aberdeen Baker Incorporation! 👏

Deacon James Strathdee
Boxmaster Kevin Leiper
First Master Tristan Ross
Late Deacon David Ross
Feu Duty Factor Dennis Low

We wish you all the best in your terms in office ✨

Great company and a beautiful dinner was prepared by our resident chef Richie Gavryluk 😃

09/10/2023

⭐️WEAVERS ELECTION & DINNER⭐️

Congratulations to all the re-elected office bearers of the Aberdeen Weaver Incorporation! 👏

Deacon Martin Wiseman
Boxmaster Neil Armour
First Master Peter Murray
Late Deacon Adam Byrne

There were a lot of laughs, good company and beautiful 5 course meal provided by our resident chef Richie Gavryluk 😃

We wish all office bearers the best of luck in their terms in office ✨

06/10/2023

⭐️WRIGHTS & COOPERS ELECTION⭐️

Congratulations to all the office bearers of the Aberdeen Wrights & Coopers Incorporation! 👏

Deacon George McLeod
Boxmaster Mike Rennie
First Master Bill Beattie
Late Deacon Graeme Thomson

We wish you the best of luck in your terms of office! 😃

06/10/2023

⭐️SHOEMAKERS ELECTION & DINNER⭐️

Congratulations to all new office bearers of the Aberdeen Shoemakers Incorporation! 👞

Deacon Chris Watson
Boxmaster Barney Crockett
First Master Graham Findlay
Late Deacon Brian Donald

A great night of food, drink and company was had at the election dinner 💫

05/10/2023

⭐️FLESHERS ELECTION⭐️

Congratulations to the new office bearers of the Aberdeen Flesher Incorporation 👏

Deacon Kenny Milne
Boxmaster Neil Montgomery
First Master Phil Whyte
Late Deacon Richard Leith

We wish you all the best in your terms in office! 😀

27/09/2023

Know of a charity or small group who you think could benefit from a Christmas boost? Share the below with them from our Trades Widows' Fund Charity 😊

❤️The Trades Widows' Fund Charity funding applications are now OPEN!❤️

This round will help small groups and charities just in time for the Christmas period.

Please share with anyone who may be interested ☺️

Download the form at www.twfcharity.org

21/09/2023

Honorary Deacon of the Bakers, Ben Moir 😃 👍

21/09/2023

✨ABERDEEN BAKER INCORPORATION WEEKEND AWAY & NEW MEMBER OUTING✨

A rowie, a buttery or a roll? Its still up for debate!

A fantastic weekend was had by the Aberdeen Baker Incorporation for their annual break but also to welcome their newest member, Mr David Ross to the group 👏

The weekend was spent at the Fairmont St Andrews with two lovely dinners on the Friday and the Saturday night within the hotel. Saturday daytime members and guests enjoyed a visit to The R&A World Golf Museum, where golf skills were practised and a great lunch was had at the Niblick restaurant. On Sunday morning, some of the members played golf to finish up the weekend 🏌️

A wonderful weekend was had by all and well done to Boxmaster Strathdee for this organisation of it! 👏

14/09/2023

🍰ABERDEEN TAILORS INCORPORATION AFTERNOON TEA🍰

On the afternoon of Sunday the 10th of September, members of the Aberdeen Tailor Incorporation met for afternoon tea at the Falls of Feugh Restaurant, just outside Banchory.

A great time was had by all with some delicious cakes and lovely company 😊

07/09/2023

We were delighted to host a reception for some of the other venues who participated in Aberdeen Doors Open Day this year! ✨

It was great to network and find out more about their organisations, whilst giving them the chance to see around our stunning and history filled building!

Many thanks to the members and staff who volunteered their time both on Doors Open Day and for the reception 👏

04/09/2023

👏LITTLEJOHN TROPHY👏

Congratulations to Ex Deacon Alastair Hunter of the Shoemakers for winning the Littlejohn Trophy 🏆🏌️‍♀️

Team Winners were the Aberdeen Shoemakers Incorporation: Ex Deacon Alastair Hunter, Deacon Chris Watson, Mr Iain Hunter and Mrs Katie Elder

Guest Winner: Mr Dave Fleming

2nd Place, Nearest the Pin and Winner of the Assessors Cup: Boxmaster James Strathdee of the Aberdeen Baker Incorporation

3rd Place: Mr Nick Sangster of the Wrights & Coopers Incorporation

02/09/2023

WE ARE OPEN! 🎉🎊

Come and visit us today! Walk around our beautiful building at your leisure with guides on hand to answer any questions!

We are open until 4pm.

31/08/2023

🌟DOORS OPEN DAY - THIS SATURDAY🌟

Pop along and see us between 10am and 4pm!

You will be able to walk around our beautiful building at your leisure, see our outstanding stained glass windows, hear of the rich connections between The Seven Incorporated Trades & Aberdeen City and discover our new display cabinets full of fascinating history 🧐

Entry is FREE and no booking is required!

Aberdeen Doors Open Day

28/08/2023

🍓AFTERNOON TEA🍓

What a lovely time we had at our ladies afternoon tea on Thursday. A fascinating talk by Mr Albert Thomson of the Aberdeen Shoemakers Incorporation and some delicious treats from The Ythan Bakery 🥪🍰

24/08/2023

🏆GORROD TROPHY 2023🏆

Congratulations to the Convener Court team who won the Gorrod Trophy last night at Aberdeen Indoor Bowling Club!

The Team consisted of the Deacon Convener Bruce Campbell, Patron Iain U Thomson, Master of Trades Hospital Elect Ian MacIntosh and Late Deacon Adam Byrne.

Well done to all the Trades who participated!

23/08/2023

A photo opportunity beneath Trinity Hall after a mornings volunteering with the wonderful Aberdeen street friends ✨

21/08/2023

⭐️Presentation of the Sword of Faith⭐️

We were delighted to welcome His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, Olu of Warri Kingdom for a dinner ceremony and presentation of the Sword of Faith. His Majesty and Her Majesty were visiting Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire to mark the special relationship and connections which exist between the North East of Scotland and Nigeria. This included commemorating the work of the celebrated North East missionary, Mary Slessor, who spent much of her remarkable life in Nigeria.