A hall with rows of red chairs, skylight ceiling, white walls, and wood flooring at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.

Upper Gallery at The Royal Society of Edinburgh

Hall in a University / Academic Building

Private space

About this space

Upper Gallery

The Upper Gallery is a bright, contemporary hall featuring a glass apex ceiling and wooden floorboards - an energising contrast to the RSE’s more traditional architecture.

Leading directly into the Wolfson Lecture Theatre and connecting to the Lower Gallery, this versatile space works beautifully on its own for workshops, talks, and exhibitions, or alongside adjoining spaces for arrival coffees, breakout sessions, and receptions.

Its natural light and modern design make it a welcoming, uplifting setting for any event.

Prices

Monday

9:00 – 17:00

from £516 hire fee per day

Per day

9:00 – 17:00

from £516

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Please contact our Venue Team for full room hire rates.

Tuesday

9:00 – 17:00

from £516 hire fee per day

Per day

9:00 – 17:00

from £516

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Please contact our Venue Team for full room hire rates.

Wednesday

9:00 – 17:00

from £516 hire fee per day

Per day

9:00 – 17:00

from £516

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Please contact our Venue Team for full room hire rates.

Thursday

9:00 – 17:00

from £516 hire fee per day

Per day

9:00 – 17:00

from £516

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Please contact our Venue Team for full room hire rates.

Friday

9:00 – 17:00

from £516 hire fee per day

Per day

9:00 – 17:00

from £516

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Please contact our Venue Team for full room hire rates.

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Please contact our Venue Team for full room hire rates.

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Please contact our Venue Team for full room hire rates.

Capacity

Standing

up to 80

Dining

up to 30

Theatre

up to 60

Boardroom

up to 24

Cabaret

up to 30

Classroom

up to 30

Catering and drinks

Halal menu

Kosher menu

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Alcohol licence until 0:00 (extension available)

Facilities

Air conditioner

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Host rules

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

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

About The Royal Society of Edinburgh

RSE Venue – Edinburgh’s Historic Event Space

Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s City Centre, within the home of the prestigious Royal Society of Edinburgh, our venue offers convenience, flexibility, and a truly memorable setting.

With 13 versatile spaces - from rooms for 10 delegates to our Wolfson Lecture Theatre for up to 144 guests - we host everything from international conferences and training sessions to business meetings, dinners, weddings, and celebrations.

Our comprehensive service includes:

-Hybrid-ready audio-visual facilities

-Dedicated technical and event support

-Professional catering options

RSE Venue provides everything you need to make your event seamless and successful.