An event space in a gallery with banquet tables set for dining, colorful decorations, and exposed beams at Dovecot Studios.
An art gallery event space with a high vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, and a balcony lined with contemporary paintings at Dovecot Studios.
An event space in a gallery with vaulted ceilings, purple accent lighting, and skylights at Dovecot Studios.
An art gallery event space with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and upper-level viewing balcony at Dovecot Studios.

Viewing Balcony at Dovecot Studios

Event Space in a Gallery
·
Private space
10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LT –
Old Town, Edinburgh
Up to 180
seats
Up to 300
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

This is the one people remember. It overlooks the weaving studio and has a really unique atmosphere. It’s ideal for drinks receptions, launches, or anything a bit social. Can take up to 300 standing, or 180 seated if you need it.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Christmas menu
Christmas menu

Prices

Monday
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 17:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 17:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 17:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 17:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 17:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 17:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 17:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

Standing
up to 300
Dining
up to 180
Cabaret
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
On-site cafe
On-site shop
Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Storage space
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
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: 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 Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

• Smoking on premises not allowed.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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About Dovecot Studios

Dovecot Studios is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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from £350
hire fee / per session
Meeting Room in a Gallery
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Meeting Room
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Hall in a Gallery
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Ladies Bath
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from £7200
hire fee / per session
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Weaving Floor

Location

Location map

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Dovecot Studios
Member of Tagvenue since July 2025
1h Response time
85% Response rate

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