The Proving Room at The Bakery

Boardroom in a Meeting Centre
·
Private space
18 Brunswick Street Lane, Edinburgh, EH7 5JG –
New Town, Edinburgh
Up to 15
seats
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Proving Room – Shaping & Developing Solutions
Tucked in a quiet, separate areas on the first floor of The Bakery at MyEdinburgh, The Proving Room is a warm and professional space ideal for board meetings, strategic planning sessions, workshops, and small networking events.

"We loved the office space! If we are in Edinburgh again for another team event, we will definitely be returning to you – a fab space, so quiet and you were such a lovely, welcoming, flexible host!" Barbour

With capacity for up to 15 people, this versatile room combines comfort and function—frequently used for evening Board Meetings, working lunches, and informal supper gatherings. A small adjoining kitchen area makes it easy to offer refreshments or host catered sessions, adding a relaxed touch to corporate or community gatherings.
Features include:
• Capacity: up to 15 people boardroom-style
• Natural light and comfortable seating
• Wi-Fi, flipchart, whiteboard available
• Access to a kitchenette for light catering
Whether you’re bringing trustees together, hosting a roundtable, or gathering a working group, The Proving Room offers a smart, welcoming environment with everything you need to make meaningful decisions—and connections.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 20:00
from £211 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
We also offer half-day bookings at a lower price than per hour. Final pricing will be agreed on the confirmed booking, depending on the hours e.g. 10am to 2pm would considered a full day, half-days tend to be from 9am to 12pm; and 2pm to 5pm. However, we are flexible and open for discussion. Also, evening bookings can go on later than 8pm. However, we do trust the users to open and close the event space - similar to an Airbnb. If they require additional help from the MyEdinburgh Team then that can be discussed. The main thing is we hope people enjoy using the space and supporting MyEdinburgh, a non-profit organisation working to help everyone in Edinburgh to Thrive!
Tuesday
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 20:00
from £211 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
We also offer half-day bookings at a lower price than per hour. Final pricing will be agreed on the confirmed booking, depending on the hours e.g. 10am to 2pm would considered a full day, half-days tend to be from 9am to 12pm; and 2pm to 5pm. However, we are flexible and open for discussion. Also, evening bookings can go on later than 8pm. However, we do trust the users to open and close the event space - similar to an Airbnb. If they require additional help from the MyEdinburgh Team then that can be discussed. The main thing is we hope people enjoy using the space and supporting MyEdinburgh, a non-profit organisation working to help everyone in Edinburgh to Thrive!
Wednesday
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 20:00
from £211 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
We also offer half-day bookings at a lower price than per hour. Final pricing will be agreed on the confirmed booking, depending on the hours e.g. 10am to 2pm would considered a full day, half-days tend to be from 9am to 12pm; and 2pm to 5pm. However, we are flexible and open for discussion. Also, evening bookings can go on later than 8pm. However, we do trust the users to open and close the event space - similar to an Airbnb. If they require additional help from the MyEdinburgh Team then that can be discussed. The main thing is we hope people enjoy using the space and supporting MyEdinburgh, a non-profit organisation working to help everyone in Edinburgh to Thrive!
Thursday
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 20:00
from £211 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
We also offer half-day bookings at a lower price than per hour. Final pricing will be agreed on the confirmed booking, depending on the hours e.g. 10am to 2pm would considered a full day, half-days tend to be from 9am to 12pm; and 2pm to 5pm. However, we are flexible and open for discussion. Also, evening bookings can go on later than 8pm. However, we do trust the users to open and close the event space - similar to an Airbnb. If they require additional help from the MyEdinburgh Team then that can be discussed. The main thing is we hope people enjoy using the space and supporting MyEdinburgh, a non-profit organisation working to help everyone in Edinburgh to Thrive!
Friday
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 20:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 20:00
from £211 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
We also offer half-day bookings at a lower price than per hour. Final pricing will be agreed on the confirmed booking, depending on the hours e.g. 10am to 2pm would considered a full day, half-days tend to be from 9am to 12pm; and 2pm to 5pm. However, we are flexible and open for discussion. Also, evening bookings can go on later than 8pm. However, we do trust the users to open and close the event space - similar to an Airbnb. If they require additional help from the MyEdinburgh Team then that can be discussed. The main thing is we hope people enjoy using the space and supporting MyEdinburgh, a non-profit organisation working to help everyone in Edinburgh to Thrive!
Saturday
9:00 – 20:00
from £53 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 20:00
from £53 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 20:00
from £158 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
We also offer half-day bookings at a lower price than per hour. Final pricing will be agreed on the confirmed booking, depending on the hours e.g. 10am to 2pm would considered a full day, half-days tend to be from 9am to 12pm; and 2pm to 5pm. However, we are flexible and open for discussion. Also, evening bookings can go on later than 8pm. However, we do trust the users to open and close the event space - similar to an Airbnb. If they require additional help from the MyEdinburgh Team then that can be discussed. The main thing is we hope people enjoy using the space and supporting MyEdinburgh, a non-profit organisation working to help everyone in Edinburgh to Thrive!
Sunday
9:00 – 20:00
from £53 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 20:00
from £53 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 20:00
from £158 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
We also offer half-day bookings at a lower price than per hour. Final pricing will be agreed on the confirmed booking, depending on the hours e.g. 10am to 2pm would considered a full day, half-days tend to be from 9am to 12pm; and 2pm to 5pm. However, we are flexible and open for discussion. Also, evening bookings can go on later than 8pm. However, we do trust the users to open and close the event space - similar to an Airbnb. If they require additional help from the MyEdinburgh Team then that can be discussed. The main thing is we hope people enjoy using the space and supporting MyEdinburgh, a non-profit organisation working to help everyone in Edinburgh to Thrive!
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Dining
up to 15
Boardroom
up to 15
U-Shaped
up to 15

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Natural light
Quiet space
Kitchen and Fridge
Toilets next door
Projector
Whiteboard
Storage space
Alcohol licence
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

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

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

Contact
• Main Contact: hello@myedinburgh.org
• Emergency Contact: Provided in your confirmation email
Access
• Entry via main glass door at 18 Brunswick Street Lane (see photo)
• Key and alarm code provided as per your booking
• Ensure alarm is unset on entry and reset on exit
Spaces in The Bakery
1. Reception Area: Comfortable seating, perfect for informal meetings or arrival wait time
2. The Baking Room Crafting & sharing excellence: A large vaulted-ceiling; bright, adaptable layout with moveable chairs, on the ground floor, wheel-chair accessible, toilets and kitchen tables (max 100 people).
3. The Granary Gathering & storing knowledge: Open, spacious and bright, the second-largest space on the first floor with adjoining breakout area, ideal for workshops and events (max 30 people).
4. The Proving Room Shaping & developing solutions: Quiet but bright and welcoming space, ideal for group meetings. On the first floor, with separate ground floor access door (if the Baking Room is in use) (12–14 people)

Housekeeping & Facilities:
• Radiators are controlled individually. Allow half an hour to warm the space.
• The Entrance Hall and Main Hall are accessible for wheel chair access with a portable ramp for the front door, with an accessible toilet on the ground floor. Please note there is no lift to the upper floors.
• WiFi provided on arrival (code on welcome sign inside room)
• Toilets located on the ground floor and first floor
• Tea/coffee/milk provided in both kitchen areas
• Please leave rooms as found:
- Dispose of rubbish in labelled bins
- Return furniture to original positions
- Turn off lights, heating, and devices before leaving
- Lock up, insuring fire door is locked from the inside, turn on ALARM
- Return key to key safe outside the front door
Nearby Parking
• Free on-street parking in surrounding streets (time-limited)
• Pay-and-display bays on London Road and Montgomery Street
• Bike racks available outside of the building
Catering & Food Nearby

Cancellation policy: Very flexible

Show cancellation details

About The Bakery

The Bakery is a creative alternative to traditional theatre and meeting spaces. Opened in mid-2024 as part of the MyEdinburgh collaborative partnership, ideal for interactive events, small performances, workshops, and networking events.

The venue comprises three distinct rooms:
• The Baking Room
• The Proving Room
• The Granary

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The Baking Room
The Granary at
from £46
hire fee / per hour
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The Granary

Location

Location map
UK > Edinburgh > The Bakery > The Proving Room

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