Top Venues for Charity Events in Edinburgh
The setting shapes the tone of an event long before the programme begins. Charity event venues in Edinburgh feature grand halls, hotel function rooms, and distinctive spaces near the Royal Mile suited to gala dinners, auctions, and formal gatherings. Interiors support both seated dining and standing receptions, allowing events to shift naturally as the evening progresses. With an atmosphere built into the surroundings, your event gains depth without extra effort. Take a look and secure a venue that fits the occasion.
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from £750
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityIMAGINEX
200 guestsYOTEL EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghDDebbie P.
“The venue was great and super flexible with what we wanted to do. Highly recommend!” -
from £300
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBroughton
150 guestsThe Place HotelBroughton, EdinburghAAllana T.
“From start to finish the whole thing was easy. Just great service and a stunning location.” -
from £49
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBrasserie
80 guestsMalmaison Edinburgh CityNew Town, Edinburgh#Supervenue
SSofia A.
“Great venue, Great service!” -
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCombined Fettercairn & Jura
230 guestsThe Scotsman HotelOld Town, EdinburghSSam W.
“Fantastic space, terrific staff that were on hand to support with anything we needed.” -
from £49
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
50 guestsMalmaison Edinburgh CityNew Town, Edinburgh#Supervenue
Chic and lively, the bar at Malmaison Edinburgh City is the place to be for stylish drinks receptions, private parties or networking events. With seating for up to 50 guests, it offers a mix of relaxed seating, signature
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from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Space
50 guestsBrewDog Edinburgh Lothian RoadOld Town, EdinburghThe upstairs area is a cosy spot, ideal for smaller gatherings and catch-ups. With space for around 50 people, it’s got a more laid-back feel, perfect for casual drinks, team nights, or smaller celebrations.
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from £72
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Baking Room
120 guestsThe Bakery Community SpaceLeith, Edinburgh#Supervenue
This Baking Room is a multi-purpose space, ideal for all types of events - conferences, workshops, drama groups, dinners and canape receptions. It benefits from a balcony and direct access from the reception area.
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from £320
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityNewmarket Suite
120 guestsEdinburgh Corn ExchangeEdinburghThe Newmarket is most popular for small conferences, private parties or as an ideal syndicate space for larger events held in other parts of the venue.
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from £173
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityG.07/A
252 guestsInformatics ForumEdinburgh City CentreG.07/A offers a spacious and versatile area suitable for a variety of events. Optional partitions provide the flexibility to divide the room into two separate spaces.
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from £50
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Get Together
200 guestsThe Hoxton EdinburghHaymarket, EdinburghThe Get Together our bigger event space on the Ground floor, is great for a bigger bash. It can be split into The Get Down with full bar and The Get Up, the main event space with stage, space and light filled skylight.
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from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityGrand Cafe Edinburgh
250 guestsThe Scotsman HotelOld Town, EdinburghGrand Cafe Edinburgh, Dining Room in The Scotsman Hotel, is a brasserie-style private dining room centred on a long upholstered banquette that structures the space.
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from £50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOzone
120 guestsDynamic EarthPleasance, EdinburghOzone is an Event Space in Dynamic Earth. The room contains sculptural white interiors made up of curved, pod-like forms that provide an architectural backdrop.
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FAQs about Top Venues for Charity Events in Edinburgh
Prices of charity event venues average around £40 per person. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £30 | and £49 | per person |
| Typically between £450 | and £1400 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £70 | and £173 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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IMAGINEX at YOTEL Edinburgh in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was great and super flexible with what we wanted to do.’ -
Broughton at The Place Hotel in Broughton - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Just great service and a stunning location. We will be back next year!’ -
Brasserie at Malmaison Edinburgh City in New Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, Great service!’
You'll find charity event venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 145 guests | prices average £825 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 170 guests | prices average £1400 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Kelvin Room at The Royal Society of Edinburgh
on 22-26 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: A regal room with a warm palette and velvet wallpaper, the Kelvin Room is an impressive setting for meetings, board gatherings, or intimate sit-down dinners — especially during the colder months. -
Dirty Martini at Le Monde Hotel
on 16 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: This luxurious & decadent space can hold parties of up to 300 guests, including use of a private bar and dance floor. Whatever your style, we can tailor an event package to suit your requirements. -
Wee Tap at Hanover Tap, Edinburgh
on 112 Hanover Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: This space is perfect for meetings as there is AV equipment to use including Wifi and a 65 Inch TV for presentations. It is a fabulous area for office parties, celebrations, birthdays and gatherings.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for charity event venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 230 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1320 hire fee per event | typically between 120 and 300 guests |
| Auditorium / Conference Room | prices average £220 hire fee per hour | typically between 200 and 300 guests |
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Rising Tide Cafe at Rising Tide Cafe - cafe for 42 guests
Venue said: A bright, recently renovated cafe space in the heart of Portobello, Edinburgh, Rising Tide offers a relaxed setting for private events. The ground floor is bright and welcoming, ideal for informal gatherings. -
Semi-private Events Space at The Parliament Arms - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: What sets it apart: The space has a step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets that support easier access for attendees with mobility needs. -
The Commons at The Melting Pot, rated 4.7/5 - event space for 50 guests
Venue said: The Melting Pot is a coworking space that serves as Scotland’s Centre for Social Innovation. Venue highlights: Meeting rooms and an executive boardroom are available across the venue.
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The Ballroom at The Voodoo Rooms, from £250 hire fee per event (up to 170 guests standing)
Venue said: The Ballroom, the largest space within The Voodoo Rooms, is ideal for various events with a capacity for up to 170 guests. It includes an adjoining bar, private restrooms, a stage, and a projector, making it a convenient... -
Pub & Kitchen at Inn on the Mile, from £20 per person (up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: The Pub & Kitchen at The Inn on the Mile mixes old Edinburgh vibe with a bold, modern style. Blue booths fill the room. The bar glows with copper tiles and soft light. -
Full Cafe at W Squared Coffee, from £35 hire fee per hour (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: W Squared Coffee is located in very central of Edinburgh, 39 Home Street ,EH3 9JP. We would like to host event from 4pm-9pm. We can provide drink and food during your event or just provide venue.
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