A meeting room with red carpet, rows of chairs, a chandelier, and a portrait above a fireplace at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.
A meeting room with red upholstered chairs, a fireplace, and a portrait above the mantel at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.
A conference centre with a panel discussion table, microphones, and water glasses at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.
A conference centre with high ceilings, large windows, chandeliers, and classic paintings at The Royal Society of Edinburgh.

James Clerk Maxwell at The Royal Society of Edinburgh

Meeting Room in an Event Venue
·
Private space
22-26 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PQ –
New Town, Edinburgh
Up to 20
seats
Up to 20
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

James Clerk Maxwell Room

Named after James Clerk Maxwell - one of Scotland’s greatest scientific minds - this room celebrates the legacy of the man who revolutionised physics with his work on electromagnetism and colour theory. Maxwell’s contributions laid the groundwork for technologies we rely on today, from radio waves to modern telecommunications.

Situated on the ground floor just off the grand entrance hall, the James Clerk Maxwell Room is a calm and versatile space ideal for meetings, interviews, and seminars. Its direct access to the Upper Gallery offers added flexibility, allowing you to create private networking areas or seamless breakout spaces alongside larger events.

A room that honours scientific discovery while providing a practical, professional environment - perfect for events that aim to inspire.

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 18:00
from £210–£300 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £210 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £210 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £300 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 18:00
from £210–£300 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £210 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £210 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £300 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 18:00
from £210–£300 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £210 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £210 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £300 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 18:00
from £210–£300 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £210 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £210 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £300 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 18:00
from £210–£300 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £210 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £210 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £300 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 20
Dining
up to 15
Theatre
up to 20
Boardroom
up to 16
Classroom
up to 14

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 Catering must be booked through the venue
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 0:00 (extension available)
BYO alcohol allowed You can bring your own alcohol (corkage fee may apply)
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting 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 Venue doesn’t allow playing your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed Venue doesn’t allow outside DJs
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Unavailable: Ground level Entrance has steps – no ramp available
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 Venue is not licensed to host wedding ceremonies
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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