A lecture theatre with panelists seated at a table, microphones, and water pitchers at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.
A university lecture theatre with a panel table, microphones, water glasses, and a presentation screen at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.
A lecture theatre with tiered seating, red carpeting, and a projection screen at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.
A university lecture theatre with tiered seating and attendees during a Q&A session at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.

Wolfson Lecture Theatre at The Royal Society of Edinburgh

Auditorium / Conference Room in an Event Venue
·
Private space
22-26 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PQ –
New Town, Edinburgh
Up to 144
seats
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

A tiered lecture theatre fitted with fixed upholstered seats and a raised speaker platform framed by full-height curtains. The room features carpeted aisles and a neutral palette that combines daylight and warm artificial lighting.

Room features: A full AV presentation setup provides a projector and house PA speakers for amplified talks. Conference-call facilities enable remote participation and air conditioning maintains a controlled temperature for longer events.

Best for: Public lectures, guest talks and panel discussions.

What sets it apart: On-site professional AV support that has provided live streaming and event recording for hosted sessions.

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 18:00
from £1230–£1810 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 13:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 18:00
from £1230–£1810 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 13:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 18:00
from £1230–£1810 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 13:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 18:00
from £1230–£1810 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 13:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 18:00
from £1230–£1810 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 13:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £1230 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £1810 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago

Capacity

Theatre
up to 144

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Video equipment
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

Please contact the venue team for any rules and regulations at the RSE.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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About The Royal Society of Edinburgh

The Royal Society of Edinburgh is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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