The Guildry today, has 65 members across the world. Though not as significant as it once was historically, the Guildry remains active, with the hope of preserving its history and looking after its members.

 

Established in 1433, the Guildry is nearing it’s 600th birthday

Meet the Team

  • David Walker

    Clerk & Treasurer

  • John McHardie

    Dean of the Guild (2021-2023)

  • Alan Anderson

    Vice Dean (2021-2023)

Historical Honorary Burgess Of Dunfermline

Here is a list of some honorary members of the Guildry throughout history:

Andrew Carnegie (Scottish-American Industrialist  and Philanthropist)

Sir Walter Scott of Abbostford, Baronet (Scottish novelist, poet and historian)

Field Marshall Earl Haig (Senior Officer British Army World Ware One)

Prince Albert Fredrick Arthur George (George VI , King of United Kingdom and Commonwealth)

HRH Princess Elisabeth Duchess of York (Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother)

Rt, Hon James Earl of Elgin (British Nobleman Politician and Diplomat 1811-1863)

Rt. Hon Edward James Earl of Elgin (British Nobleman and Soldier 1881-1968)