Edinburgh Castle as Conference & Reception Venue
Dominating one of the most famous skylines in Europe, Edinburgh Castle is a magnificent place, rich in history and home to some of Scotland's most important national treasures, including the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny. Here at the heart of the city are a range of Venues which can host small gatherings in the Gatehouse Suite or dinners for up to 100 in the Jacobite Room. Special evening receptions can be arranged for up to 1000 guests, which throws the castle open in its entirety. From April 2004, the facilities for corporate events at Edinburgh Castle will be greatly enhanced with the completion of the refurbishment programme in the Queen Anne Building.
Private Tours
Historic Scotland offer private preopening tours of Edinburgh
Castle which allows groups to enjoy an exclusive viewing of all the
Castle's highlights including the Scottish Crown Jewels, the Great Hall
and the Royal Apartments. The visit can be combined with breakfast in
the Castle. During the day, a tour of Edinburgh Castle can be enhanced
with a private lunch or afternoon tea in the Gatehouse Suite or Queen
Anne Building.
Evening Openings
For larger groups fro 250 to 1000 people, the whole castle can be hired
for a drinks reception. Guests have exclusive access to the Castle's
highlights including the Great Hall, the Royal Apartments, The Castle
Vaults and the Scottish Crown Jewels. Drinks and canapes will be served
throughout the Castle. Crown square provides a perfect amphitheater
for speeches.
Meetings
In partnership with our in-house caterer, Historic Scotland offer
a flexible day delegate package which includes a range of AV equipment
and Edinburgh Castle stationery.
The Jacobite Room
The Jacobite Room offers a contemporary setting within an 18th
Century building. Guests attending a dinner in this Venue will have
magnificent views over Princess Street. Pre-dinner drinks can be held
on the Castle battlements or in the Redcoat Room which adjoins the Jacobite
Room. Drinks receptions for up to 250 can be held using both rooms.
An exclusive tour of the Honours of Scotland exhibition, which houses
the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny, is included in the
evening hire of Edinburgh Castle.
The Queen Anne Building
The Queen Anne Building is situated at the heart of the Castle in Crown
Square. Reopened in April 2004 after a refurbishment programme and offers
a dedicated facility for daytime and evening events. Pre-dinner drinks
can be held in the Castle Vaults, creating a very atmospheric event.
For meetings and presentations, the main room can be divided to give
an additional small breakout area and includes ISDN lines and blackout
facilities.
The Gatehouse Suite
The 19th century Gatehouse Suite situated at the entrance to the
Castle offers an ideal Venue for receptions or buffets for small groups.
There are 2 adjoining rooms and a private terrace area overlooking the
Royal Mile.
Christmas Packagesl
Superb festive packages are available at both Edinburgh and Stirling
Castles during December. If you are looking for an unusual Venue to
entertain clients or enjoy a company celebration in December both Castles
provide an exclusive setting for a very memorable event.
Room Details
| Room Name | Theatre | Classroom | Boardroom | U shape | Reception | Banquet | Dinner | Dimensions | Height | Area |
| Queen Anne Building (Venue) | 120 | 70 | 20 | - | 185 | 120 | - | 28x6 | 6 | 153 |
| Gatehouse Suite (Venue) | 28 | - | 20 | 25 | 40 | - | - | 7x5 | 3 | 33 |
| Jacobite Room (Venue) | 150 | - | - | - | 250 | - | 100 | 19x6 | 4 | 1193 |
| Redcoat Room (Venue) | - | - | - | - | 100 | - | - | 13x12 | 3 | 159 |
| Whole Castle (Venue) | - | - | - | - | 1000 | - | - | 0x0 | 0 | 0 |
Operating Infomation
| Airport Direction: | WEST Follow A8 signs for Edinburgh Airport |
| Airport Distance: | 8 MILES Edinburgh Airport |
| Cancellation Policy: | APPLIES a)The total charge if notice received less than 14 days prior to the date of the event. b) If notice is received more than 14 days in advance, the
deposit paid is non-refundable and will act as the cancellation
fee. |
| Coaches Welcome: | BY APPOINTMENT |
| Distance From Rail Station: | 500 YARDS |
| Guarantee Payment: | REQUIRED A 50% non-refundable deposit is required upon confirmation of the booking. If the booking is made over 1 year before the event a non-refundable 25% will be required with further 25% required 6 months in advance. The booking will not be considered to be fully confirmed until the deposit has been received. The remainder of the fee will be invoiced after the event. Historic Scotland reserves the right to request full payment in advance of an event. |
| Travel Directions: | At the top of the Royal Mile over looking Princes Street. |
| Price Range: | P.O.A. From 450 up to 6,600 GBP |
| City Centre, time To: | CITY CENTRE Located in the city centre. |
| Smoking: | No smoking area Smoking is not allowed in any of the historical apartments available for hire from Historic Scotland |
| Nearest Rail Station: | WAVERLEY Waverley Station |
| Restrictions: | APPLY Technical Equipment All used of technical equipment, electrical installations and staging of any type must be approved by Historic Scotland in advance and should be covered by appropriate risk assessment. Political Events No events of a party political nature or events designed to influence public support for a political cause or party can be held at Historic Scotland sites. |
Contacts
| Name | Historic Scotland |
| Address | Longmore House |
| hs.functions@scotland.gov.uk | |
| Phone | 44 131 668 8686 |
| Fax | 44 131 668 8888 |