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Riddle's Court

Historic Building

  10 reviews  – 
322 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PG –
Old Town, Edinburgh
From £80
hire fee
Up to 80
seats
Up to 80
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Historic gem in Edinburgh's Old Town, Riddle's Court exudes character with its atmospheric setting and heritage details. Well-suited for weddings, private parties, and creative events with music or DJs.

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Spaces for hire at Riddle's Court

Library Room at Riddle's Court

Library Room
Dining Room
·
Private space
70 seats
80 standing
Book 4 hr. minimum
The Library Room in Riddle's Court is a haven of tranquility nestled within the historic confines of this 16th-century gem in Edinburgh's Old Town. Steeped in history and adorned with classic charm, the Library Room offers an intimate setting for gatherings, meetings, and events. With its elegant décor, rich wooden furnishings, and shelves lined wi...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £1400 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
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Geddes Room at Riddle's Court

Geddes Room
Event Space
·
Private space
50 seats
50 standing
Book 4 hr. minimum
Riddle’s Court is a 16th Century historic jewel in Edinburgh’s Old Town. Its central location, our competitive pricing and variety of spaces make it the perfect venue for your meeting or conference. We understand that event organisation is a time consuming task that detracts from your core business, so we work to take the hassle out of event pla...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1200 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
Enquire now
Exclusive Use at Riddle's Court

Exclusive Use
Historic Building
·
Whole venue
80 seats
80 standing
Book 4 hr. minimum
A 16th-century townhouse venue defined by richly detailed period interiors and surviving historic architectural features that convey an authentically historic setting. Design: The interior comprises wood‑panelled rooms beneath a painted coffered ceiling, punctuated by classical chandeliers and tall sash windows that admit steady daylight. The room...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £2000 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
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Seton Room at Riddle's Court

Seton Room
Event Space
·
Private space
16 seats
20 standing
Book 1 hr. minimum
Seton Room, an Event Space in Riddle's Court, is a small room defined by its period character. Design: Fitted bookcases, warm timber panelling and an ornate plaster ceiling with a central chandelier create a formal, scholarly interior. Features: The room includes Wi‑Fi and air conditioning, permits guests to play their own music and receives stro...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
Play your own music
from £110 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
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McMorran Room at Riddle's Court

McMorran Room
Meeting Room
·
Private space
12 seats
Book 1 hr. minimum
An intimate, traditionally proportioned room finished in full-height timber panelling and hardwood floors centred around a period fireplace. Classical fittings and a compact layout provide a formal, restrained professional setting. Room features: Presentations can be delivered via the wall-mounted flatscreen TV and a supplied flipchart supports no...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
Play your own music
from £80 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Communication
5.0

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EI
Eboseremen I.
Verified review
Party · 36 guests · June 2024 · Geddes Room

Lovely place to have my wedding

5.0
CM
Chris M.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Quick response.

5.0
FS
Fiona S.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Very helpful event manager

5.0
EI
Eboseremen I.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Lovely team

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
from £80–£110 hire fee per hour
Exclusive Use
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Geddes Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Library Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1400 hire fee per day
McMorran Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Seton Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £110 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £80–£110 hire fee per hour
Exclusive Use
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Geddes Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Library Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1400 hire fee per day
McMorran Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Seton Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £110 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £80–£110 hire fee per hour
Exclusive Use
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Geddes Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Library Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1400 hire fee per day
McMorran Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Seton Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £110 hire fee per hour
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
from £80–£110 hire fee per hour
Exclusive Use
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Geddes Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Library Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1400 hire fee per day
McMorran Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Seton Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £110 hire fee per hour
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
from £80–£110 hire fee per hour
Exclusive Use
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Geddes Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Library Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1400 hire fee per day
McMorran Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Seton Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £110 hire fee per hour
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Exclusive Use
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Geddes Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Library Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1400 hire fee per day
Seton Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00
from £1400 hire fee per day
Library Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £1400 hire fee per day
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 80
standing
Up to 80
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Riddle's Court

Riddle's Court is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Riddle's Court is a 16th-century historic building that preserves early-modern fabric alongside later alterations, giving the venue a layered period character.

Venue highlights: The building presents a run of period rooms arranged around a compact enclosed courtyard, connected by original staircases and a covered gallery to allow smooth movement between hired areas. The venue offers in-house catering with extensive vegan and gluten-free options, an on-site events team, lift access to all floors and some on-site accommodation.

Best for: Weddings and drinks receptions suit the venue. Private dining and celebratory meals suit the venue.

Location: The venue sits on the Lawnmarket, on the upper Royal Mile in Edinburgh's Old Town. The area forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage site and provides numerous nearby restaurants, bars and landmark sites that guests commonly use before or after an event.

What guests say: The events team provides responsive, organised support across the booking process and on the day. The restored period rooms and enclosed courtyard provide a well-maintained historic setting that supports ceremonies and receptions.

FAQ

Yes. The room is on the ground floor and accessible.

At Riddle's Court, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers

  • Free on-street parking is available

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Riddle's Court:

  • Library Room hosting 25 guests: £780.48
  • Geddes Room hosting 36 guests: £480
  • McMorran Room hosting 4 guests: £172.80

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Riddle's Court is located at 322 Lawnmarket, in Old Town, Edinburgh.

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