Cultural meeting and event venues in Edinburgh

​Located 30 minutes from Edinburgh Airport, our castle is an incomparable 15th Century Scottish keep - the only one of its ilk in private hands across all of Europe. It is now the most stunning of venues, complete with 12 bed chambers and room for 70 guests, available for exclusive private hire. more details…

Opening its doors this spring for the first time in almost a century, this grand, exclusive use venue has everything from a high turret, many grand reception rooms to a waterside terrace with sweeping coastal views. Combining centuries of history with WiFi and other modern essentials, Barnbougle Castle is perfect for gala dinners, meetings and corporate away-days for up to 200 people. more details…

Ghillie Dhu is a stunning Grade B listed former church sitting in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. This award winning venue built in 1842 has been lovingly restored to its former glory and our stunning Auditorium is the perfect setting to host a memorable event. more details…

Restoration Yard is set in a wonderfully re-imagined 18th century stables and Tuscan-inspired courtyard at the heart of Dalkeith Country Park. Located just 20 minutes from the city and 25 minutes from the airport, it’s the perfect country escape for your business meeting, incentive, team building or celebration dinner. more details…

With breathtaking views of the city, the Castle and beyond, the multi award-winning Cannonball Restaurant serves traditional Scottish food, all made with the finest ingredients from Scotland’s bountiful larder. The seasonal menu and tasting menus change monthly to showcase the very best of what is on offer. Available for private hire for groups of 30-70 guests. more details…

The Brunton provides fantastic state of the art conference facilities in a purpose-built venue. We are a leading choice for business users. Whether you are looking for a boardroom meeting or a grand gala dinner, we have a choice of rooms to suit your needs. Our professional, experienced and specialised events team are on hand to help support your event from conception to completion.  more details…

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Her Majesty's official residence in Scotland, offers a splendid setting for a special visit. Enjoy a private tour of the State Apartments in the company of an expert guide - either before the Palace opens, or once it has closed to visitors for the day. Tours offer a unique opportunity to go 'behind the ropes' in selected rooms. more details…

Situated in a stunning location on the Castle Rock with unrivalled views over the city of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle is Scotland's most famous national monument and is available for hire by corporate, conference and incentive groups for exclusive events. more details…

Hopetoun House 'Scotland's finest stately home' is an incomparable setting for exclusive functions, events and conferences. Classical, elegant and prestigious; Hopetoun House never fails to impress. From the first breathtaking glimpse of the grand façade to the final fond farewell, Hopetoun will capture the imagination of your guests and leave a lasting impression. more details…

The Georgian House, located in the New Town’s Charlotte Square, provides an elegant space for drinks receptions or boardroom meetings. more details…