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Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club Official Brochure 2016-2017
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Welcome
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Membership Packages
35 Weddings & Private Functions
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History
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How to Join
37 The Social Side
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About the Course
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Meet our PGA Pro Team
41 Open Competitions
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Hole by Hole
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Societies & Corporate Groups
43 Visitors
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Becoming a Member
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Clubhouse
45 Directions
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Benefits of Membership
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Business Meetings
46 Contact Us
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Welcome In the 19th Century, Edinburgh gave itself the title of “Athens of the North� to express its growing importance and architecture. However as the City grew, so too did the number of its Golf Courses, which at that time were all situated some distance from the City Centre. Today these courses are surrounded by developments and lie within the City boundaries, only a short drive from the City Centre. The Merchants of Edinburgh is one such course situated in the Morningside area of the city. May we extend to all members
and visitors a very warm welcome and we hope you enjoy your experience at the Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club. The course which opened in 1907 was originally designed by Ben Sayers and remodelled in 1936 by the renowned James Braid. Although not long by modern day standards, it is, nevertheless, a true test of golfing ability requiring great precision with greens that are the envy of many other clubs. Our Clubhouse of which we are very proud, was rebuilt in 2001 and retains
much of its original character and ambience. It provides first class facilities and a warm welcome to members and visitors alike. Its unique setting allows members and guests to enjoy refreshments whilst soaking up the stunning views towards The Pentland Hills.
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History On the 6th of November 1907, in a “smoke hazed room” in Morningside, a meeting of local worthies took place. The group included Accountants, Lawyers, Journalists, a Photographer, a Drapery Store Manager, a Master Butcher and Baker. The meeting was presided over by Mr William Lindsay FRSGS who declared “Gentlemen at last The Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club exists!” Within a year, under the determined Captaincy of
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the aforementioned Mr Lindsay, the Club membership had totalled 335 who at the first Annual General Meeting eagerly paid the princely sum of 3 Guineas (about £300 in today’s money). The original course lay out required rather an ingenious use of 68 acres to accommodate 18 holes. In 1934 a further 5 acres of ground were leased to the south of the 4th hole. James Braid was engaged to redesign 4 holes for the sum of £5 –
money well spent as the new design meant it was no longer necessary for members to climb Wester Craiglockhart Hill twice. The Club is unique and extremely proud of having 2 holders of The Victoria Cross among its past and present membership. During the First World War in October 1918 Lieutenant David S. McGregor, 6th Battalion Royal Scots was posthumously awarded his V.C.
In the Second World War Flight Lieutenant John A. Cruikshank, 210 Squadron Royal Air Force, whilst piloting a badly damaged Catalina Flying Boat sank a German U Boat despite suffering appalling wounds and was honoured with a V.C. He remains the last surviving holder of a Victoria Cross from World War II. Walking from the 7th Green you pass what was Craiglockhart Hospital during
the First World War. It was here in 1917 whilst recovering from shell shock that Siegfried Sassoon, the famous writer and poet, met fellow poet Wilfred Owen and they spent time walking the course which assisted their recuperation. Over time they would become firm friends and on their recovery both returned to France where sadly Owen was killed in 1918. Sassoon despite being badly wounded, survived the war and died in 1967.
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About the Course With our unique course layout, it’s possible to play just 3, 6, 9,or a full 18 holes. The only deciding factor is how much time you have. Whether you want to play for 30 minutes, an hour or a little longer Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club
can accommodate you. As well as being an interesting course, as you walk round on a clear day from Easter Craiglockhart Hill it is possible to see eastwards to The City of Edinburgh, further to the Bass Rock and west to Ben Lomond, a distance
of almost 100 miles. Here is an insight into how the course can be played and enjoyed whilst taking in the stunning views afforded by our elevated position.
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Hole by Hole Hole 1
Hole 2
Hole 3
A good test to start your round. The small green is reachable with a good straight drive but a more common option is to play short and right. A chip and a putt is then required. Pars on this hole are to be celebrated.
A short par 4 across the valley to a double green shared with the 8th. Some might find this green easier to hit than the 1st but shorter hitters may have difficult 2nd shots from awkward stances if short left or right. Take a lofted club and be bold.
The tee shot is uphill to a green set between trees on the left and bushes to the right. Take enough club as this hole generally plays into the prevailing wind and is uphill. A near miss right can find its way to the green.
Beeches-Par 3 – 238 yards
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Doon n’ up- Par 4-248 yards
Steils Quarry-Par 3-182 yards
Hole 4
Hole 5
Hole 6
An awkward driving hole. The ideal line is down to the right, but the safer option is to stay left and accept a more difficult angle to the green. An approach played slightly left will bounce onto the green but to miss right will lead to a difficult up and down. Walk off with a par here and you’ve done well.
A short downhill par 4 which plays shorter than you think. An opportunity for a birdie if you can find the putting surface with a well struck drive.
A medium length uphill par 4 which plays longer due to elevation and the usual prevailing wind. A good tee shot is required but take enough club for a deceptively long second shot. Ground conditions will dictate the amount of run needed to reach the green, which is fully 50 yards from the marker.
Westercraig- Par 4-390 yards
Braids- Par 4- 270 yards
Firhill- Par-4-393 yards
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Hole by Hole continued Hole 7
Hole 8
Hole 9
This hole is a gentle but potentially hazardous challenge. The green sits at the base of Wester Craiglockhart Hill and is guarded to the front and left with steep slopes which punish poorly struck tee shots. A slightly aggressive approach will grab and spin back down the green, but too much club can get you tangled in the gorse behind the green. A favourite hole for a birdie.
The 8th is a slight dogleg right. The generous fairway requires a good drive to leave a tricky uphill approach to the double green. Avoid the road on the right and the ball should run down onto the green or a high lofted shot landing softly – what a choice?
A medium length dogleg with a narrow fairway and the left side guarded by mature trees. The slope on the right allows the ball to run onto the fairway. Avoid being left of the fairway at all costs and if you can’t see round the corner lay up to the right. Two bunkers guard the entrance to the green.
Napier- Par 3- 116 yards
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Hawthorn-Par 4-401 yards
Pumphouse- Par4- 412yards
Hole 10
Hewitt’s Hike- Par 4- 281 yards
The longest Par 4 in the world! Even with the help of an occasional easterly wind, the hole plays nearer 340 yards. Avoid the fairway bunker at 185 yards and do not be short with approach but as the green slopes severely from back to front don’t leave a long downhill putt either.
Hole 11
Pan-Par 3-172 yards The green is set in a bowl with a severe run off left and generally plays into the prevailing wind. Favour the right side of the marker from the tee and give yourself plenty of room as even a poorly struck shot can find the green if it reaches the top of the hill.
Hole 12
Easter Craig-Par 3-159 yards
An uphill Par 3 which requires a tee shot slightly left of the marker with enough club to pitch on the green. Shorter hitters may err short and right as the ball will run forward. An exposed green can be lightning quick in dry conditions.
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Hole by Hole Hole 13
Hole 14
Hole 15
The signature hole and a dramatic Par 3 with a huge change in elevation. Wind generally blows right to left exaggerating any slightly mishit shots as the ball is in the air for such a long time. Commit fully to the shot and hope your club choice is correct.
A short dogleg Par 4 which is best played right from the tee, short of the bushes and rough leaving an uphill pitch to a semi blind green. Don’t let the bunker short and right come into play, either fly it or play left where a chip and putt will see you home.
A shortish downhill Par 4 with the most heavily bunkered green on the course. A drive middle or left a shade and avoiding the trees on the right will set up a birdie chance. Low handicappers treat this as a tough Par 3 and are disappointed with a 4.
Tap o’the World-Par 3-210 yards
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Beer Knowe- Par 4-315 yards
Kestrel View-Par 4-315 yards
Hole 16
Hole 17
Hole 18
The shared fairway is a wide target but favour the right side away from the trouble on the left. The approach from the right needs to be long enough or the steep slope will throw shots away from the green into the rough.
A blind Par 3 which if you’re going for it, requires a tee shot aimed at the bushy tree behind the green, so take enough club. To play short and left can see the ball filter onto the green but too much pace will see it fall off the right side. Decide on your strategy and don’t waiver.
The final hole is a short Par 4 with a wickedly sloping fairway. To hold the fairway or make the green, a tee shot must be aimed perilously close to the clubhouse and out of bounds on the left. Anything short kicks away right into the rough. A good chance to end the round with a birdie but beware a usually very quick green.
Sunnyside-Par 4-369yards
Deil’s Run-Par 3-157 yards
Millennium House-Par4-274 yards
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Becoming a Member Many Golf clubs these days try to attract new members with enticing membership offers but at Merchants of Edinburgh we like to offer a much more inclusive membership experience in which members are encouraged to play a full and active part in the Club not just as golfers on the course.
As a result our subscriptions are competitively priced and there are no expensive joining fees. Whether you are an experienced golfer, Junior, Youth or just taking up the game, there is a membership to suit you. The course is open all year round, being unplayable only in heavy snow and rarely
has the need for the dreaded “temporary greens� or mats for winter tees. We want our members to enjoy both their golf, the club and be greeted by a friendly smile from our helpful team. We offer a warm welcome and excellent value for money.
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Benefits of Membership As a member of Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club you can enjoy playing competitive and social golf on a challenging course in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. New members are always very welcome. Your golfing prowess can be regularly tested by entering into club competitions throughout the year. However if you’re not a golfer you will also find a warm welcome at the Merchants as a Social member, make new friends and participate in the regular social events held by the Club. Benefits of membership are extensive and include the following...
Entry to Club competitions and other courses Open competitions
P.G.A Professional offering expert tuition
Membership of The Edinburgh Golf group which allows access to 13 other Clubs in Edinburgh at concessionary green fees
Use of our putting green to help improve your game
As members of The Association of James Braid Courses, our members enjoy concessionary green fees at over 400 James Braid designed courses worldwide.
Regular Competitions: As well as being able to play social golf we have plenty of competitions to enter. Both weekends and midweek competitions are available to play in so you can test yourself and hopefully win prizes.
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Benefits of Membership Preferential Green Fee rate for your guests. So as a member you can be a hero amongst your friends as you save them money on golf fees Value for money. For the privilege of playing our challenging course we charge an annual subscription with No joining fee. Excellent value at less than ÂŁ2 per day! 10% discounts on drinks from the bar Social functions throughout the year
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Networking. An area of golf membership often underestimated. Would you like to get access to a whole new customer base? As a member you would be able to speak and engage with hundreds of potential new customers Health. During an 18 hole round of golf you will walk up to 5 miles and burn around 2,000 calories. Our two hills provide an aerobic workout for the heart and provide a great way to keep fit and healthy
Friendship. Golf is a very sociable game and provides many opportunities to foster lifelong friendships. We have Senior sections, Scratch League, Ladies, Juniors, early morning groups, Wednesday groups and countless others that new members can join. Golf is a great way of helping people meet new people and enjoy their leisure together
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Membership Packages
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Ordinary Membership
Country Membership
This category is open to ladies and gentlemen aged over 30 and gives full access to Merchants of Edinburgh golfing and clubhouse facilities.
Former ordinary or new members who have their main residence outside a radius of 50 miles from the clubhouse. This membership category offers full access to all golfing and clubhouse facilities
Youth Membership
Junior Membership
Open to all young persons between the ages of 18 and 30 as at the 1st March. This membership category offers full access to all golfing and clubhouse facilities. The annual subscription is on a sliding scale according to age.
Open to all young persons between the ages of 11 and 18 as at the 1st March. This category has a much reduced subscription structure based on age. There are some minor restrictions to golfing access.
Social Membership
Open to all, this membership category offers full access to the Clubhouse facilities and functions. Social members may also play golf on payment of the visitor green fee, up to a maximum of 6 occasions per year.
How to Join For many people joining a golf club can be a major decision and it is often difficult to know whether you are making the right choice. In particular, for those who are currently members at another club, there is the problem of leaving old friends, familiar surroundings and getting used to new ones when you arrive. Don’t worry at the Merchants you will quickly form new friendships and our members will assist in your integration and make you feel at home in the Club. We realise that club membership is based on enjoyment, a sense of belonging and being welcomed by our helpful team with a smile. We appreciate in today’s financial
climate it is also about receiving value for money from your membership. The process of becoming a member of Merchants is simple and straightforward and applicants can become members within a short period. An application form needs to be completed which is proposed and seconded by two members. If you do not know any members a meeting can be arranged with the Club Administrator and the Captain to introduce you to the Club. If you are interested in exploring the possibilities of joining please contact us and we can arrange a tour of our facilities and offer a complimentary round of golf.
The Club also has a Loyalty Card Scheme which has an annual payment of £20 paid at the same time as the Subscriptions. This entitles members to a discount of 10 % on Bar purchases. The Loyalty card can be topped up at any time. Please contact either our PGA Professional, Neil Colquhoun on 0131 447 8709 or Club Administrator, Jim Harwood on 0131 447 1219 option 1 Email: admin@merchantsgolf.com
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Meet our PGA Professional Team Neil Colquhoun has been attached to Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club for a number of years and his aim is to always provide an unparalleled experience. With his wealth of knowledge in all aspects of the game he provides a warm, informative welcome to members, guests and visitors alike.
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The Golf Shop
Coaching
His shop is fully stocked with top brands including Adidas, Ashworth, Glenmuir, Ping, Taylor Made, Titleist, Powakaddy and Motocaddy.
Over the years Neil has coached players of all abilities; European Tour players, Ladies European Tour players, Scottish Amateur Champions and Junior Medal winners. He has researched and travelled widely to learn how to refine his coaching methods from some of the best coaches in the world. A rounded approach and vast knowledge of new technologies means
that no stone is left unturned in the quest to improve your skills and give you more enjoyment from your game. A wide selection of packages are available to suit everyone’s goals, whether it be simply an on course strategy review, a longer ball or a blueprint for future development.
Custom Fitting
Club Repairs
Corporate Gifts
When considering the purchase of new equipment, it is essential to know that it will improve your game. Utilising years of experience and the latest FlightScope radar technology, Neil can give a very accurate assessment of how your existing clubs perform and whether a new set will improve your game. Shaft length, balance, material, weight, head style, grip size and style are all aspects of the purchase that have a huge impact on ultimate performance.
The workshop is fully fitted and is capable of dealing with virtually any repair necessary. Whether it’s a new grip, reshaft, loft and lie change, shaft extraction or head clean- up we have the experience to complete all jobs swiftly and efficiently. If you are unsure of the ability of a club to be repaired, please consult Neil who will be very happy to give an honest appraisal of your options.
We are happy to cater for visiting parties with goody bags which can include markers, pitch forks, shoe bags, gloves etc., coaching clinics, nearest the pin markers and we will even organise the prize giving ceremony at the end of the day. Anything that can be done will be done.
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Societies & Corporate Groups Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club can offer Society and Corporate Packages that can be individually tailored to meet your specific business and social needs. We would like to invite you to have a look at our options to see whether one or more of these might benefit your company. We have a fun, challenging parkland course which gets plaudits from visitors for its layout and condition and which meets the needs of golfers at all levels. Add advice and assistance from Neil Colquhoun, our PGA Golf Professional, to help plan and run your day. He is always keen to set up the FlightScope system to accurately record either a Longest or
Straightest Drive competition. With our first class catering facilities and panoramic views from the Clubhouse you can be assured that your guests will be guaranteed a day to enjoy and remember. If you feel that a Corporate Day is not the best way of meeting your needs and would like a package that your Company can use in a more ad hoc manner then please contact us. Our range of packages can award full annual playing rights to one member of your company as well as a varying number of Corporate Guest Tickets that you can use throughout the year to reward or entertain colleagues, customers and friends. Corporate Guest
Tickets can also be purchased on an annual basis. Advertising is always key to keeping your business upfront in the minds of existing and potential clients. The Merchants has in excess of 700 members most of whom live within a 10 mile radius of the Club. Are they potential clients for you? We offer a Hole Sponsorship Package which enables you to have your company logo and details displayed on welldesigned Tee Signage. This package also gives you an entry on our Sponsors page on our website and the benefit of a number of Corporate Guest Tickets.
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Clubhouse Our Clubhouse was rebuilt in 2001 and has a warm and welcoming atmosphere that offers members and their guest’s excellent facilities in which to enjoy fine food and drinks from a well-stocked bar in a tranquil setting with panoramic views to the Pentland Hills. It’s hard to believe you are only 15 mins from the City centre.
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Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club prides itself on fully catering for the needs of all our guests. Our fully trained team led by Julie Terry, our Club Steward, will give you the warmest of welcomes and fine hospitality, whether you are enjoying a golf break with friends or visiting with a golf society or corporate golf day.
Our Clubhouse is perfectly suited as a venue for any event, be it birthday, anniversary parties, christening or wake. We are able to configure into either an intimate dining area or an extensive lounge facility with comfortable soft furnishings and a dance floor.
Craig’s @ The Merchants Our in house restaurant offers the freshest food, locally sourced and beautifully presented. With Craig’s expert advice we are able to offer a wide range of menus for any event with prices to suit every pocket. Any special dietary requirements are catered for with ease. Throughout the year we offer many
pleasurable dining experiences, our Thursday Traditional Tea Times and Sunday Carvery are weekly events and during the golf season we have our very popular Nine, Wine & Dine Evenings which is 9 holes followed by a fine dining menus complimented by our extensive well priced Wine List.
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Weddings & Private Functions Our elegant Clubhouse with its stunning location and fantastic view southwards towards the Pentland Hills makes the Merchants a truly beautiful setting for a function or wedding. The clubhouse provides an impressive backdrop for your celebration with versatile facilities that will make your special day memorable for you and every one of your guests.
The perfect wedding reception is a careful selection of dishes that complement your vision of the big day. Dining at Craig’s @ The Merchants can be as relaxed or formal as you wish and we will be delighted to advise you and help create just the right atmosphere and menu for you wedding celebration.
Whatever you require for your function, our team will work with you to provide an appropriate menu and ambience which will be fully in keeping with your budget. For booking information please contact Club Steward, Julie Terry on 0131 447 1219 Option 2
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“Treating you better”
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The Social Side Unlike a lot of Clubs we have a vibrant Social programme which runs throughout the year. The year kicks off in late January with a Traditional Burns Supper which is a delight for both Burns’ enthusiasts and the uninitiated. There are monthly Quiz Nights during the darker winter evenings and as we move into Spring we have a Cabaret Night which has featured accomplished vocalists and folk groups. Throughout the Summer months we have a monthly “Nine Wine and Dine “. This involves nine holes of golf followed by a
fabulous fine dining menu provided by our resident catering team. Diners are always most welcome and many join us just for the Wine & Dine part of the evening. Autumn brings another Cabaret night which is always very popular and well attended. The monthly Quiz Nights return and December sees a full month of events. The Children’s Christmas Party is always a big hit with parents and grandparents. The arrival of Father Christmas is eagerly anticipated by the children.
The Social year draws to a close with the Christmas Draw Night where there are some spectacular prizes up for grabs in the Prize Draw and a Brass Band provides entertainment along with the accompaniment for carol singing The Hogmanay Dinner Dance brings down the curtain on the year when we see in the New Year in traditional style. All our Social events are designed to be fun for our members and guests and are well attended.
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Open Competitions Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club hosts a number of Open events during the golfing season. The Gents Open is held in August and attracts a strong field who compete for some stellar prizes including ÂŁ5,000 for a Hole in One on our signature 13th hole. The Gents Senior Open is similarly well
supported. These events can be booked up to a year in advance to ensure a preferable tee time. The Junior Open is held in early August where competition is fierce for the Castle Trophy. Entry forms are available for these competitions via our web site or from the Club Administrator.
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Coffee and bacon roll on arrival 9 holes of golf in the morning Soup and sandwiches 18 holes of golf in the afternoon 2 course meal Weekdays £50 per person Weekends £60 per person
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Directions By Car From the Edinburgh City Bypass (A702) take the Swanston junction and follow the A702 signposted City Centre. After approx. 2.5 miles at the traffic lights turn left into Greenbank Drive continue to mini roundabout and carry on for 100 yards - our Car Park is on the right
By Bus No 23 and 36 stop right outside our car park and are approximately 20 mins from the City Centre Parking. There is ample parking in our Car Park in Glenlockhart Road.
By Rail Nearest Station Edinburgh Haymarket is just 2.7 miles away 12 minutes by taxi.
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Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club 10 Craighill Gardens Edinburgh EH10 5PY
Jim Harwood Club Administrator Tel: 0131 447 1219 Option 1 Email: admin@merchantsgolf.com
Telephone 0131 447 1219 Email: admin@merchantsgolf.com Web www.merchantsgolf.com
Julie Terry Club Steward Tel 0131 447 1219 Option 2
Neil Colquhoun PGA Professional Tel: 0131 447 8709 Email : colquhounproshop@aol.com
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Helen Lowe ltd Chartered Accountants
Accountancy services for private individuals, small businesses sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
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Call us today on 0131 668 4111 or email info@helenlowe.co.uk
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17 - 21 East Mayfield, Edinburgh, EH9 1SE
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