The Royal Society of Edinburgh
Conference Centre
22-26 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PQ
–
New Town
Tia P.
Spaces for hire at The Royal Society of Edinburgh
from £1404
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Wolfson Lecture Theatre
145
Once the Society’s library, our converted bright, air-conditioned lecture theatre creates the perfect atmosphere for learning.
Your delegates will enjoy streamlined, sloped seating, guaranteeing unobstructed views of the stage, and a well-appointed AV control booth, with support from our in-house technician to ensure seamlessness and quality event...
from £1140
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Wellcome West
90
120
Wellcome West is an elegant space, notable for its unique L-shape. This is a versatile space, being an ideal setting for major occasions both corporate and private, – from cocktail receptions and formal dinners to lectures and exhibitions.
Adjoined to Wellcome East and accompanied by its own servery and dance floor, this large space is well equipp...
from £852
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Wellcome East
60
80
This grand gallery-style room boasts high ceilings and an impressive entryway, as your guests arrive using the main staircase. Lined with several historical paintings and busts, this elegant room is flexible and neutral, suitable for lectures, workshops, training and networking events.
Wellcome East is directly connected to Wellcome West, creating...
from £504
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Kelvin Room
18
A regal room with a warm palette and velvet wallpaper, the Kelvin room makes for an impressive meeting space or a sophisticated setting for an intimate sit-down dinner in the colder months.
This space blends timeless period details, including its antique white marble fireplace, with modern amenities including hybrid meeting technology, leaving a l...
from £720
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Scott Room
40
60
This striking gold, multifunctional room offers an elegant historical backdrop suitable for a board meeting, a sophisticated dinner, or a canape reception.
As your guests enter through the impressive main staircase surrounded by portraits of Enlightenment greats, they’ll be greeted by antique furniture and large windows opening onto Edinburgh’s ic...
from £516
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Upper Gallery
60
80
A contemporary hall with a glass apex ceiling and wooden floorboards, this is a bright and energising space that provides contrast to some of the RSE’s classic architecture.
Leading directly into the Wolfson Lecture Theatre, and connecting to the Lower Gallery, the Upper Gallery can be used alone for workshops, talks and exhibitions or alongside a...
from £348
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James Clerk Maxwell
20
20
On the ground floor, directly off the grand entrance hall, the James Clerk Maxell Room provides a calm space, ideal for meetings, interviews, or seminars.
With direct access to the Upper Gallery, this room offers additional flexibility and convenience, allowing for easy movement between rooms or providing an exclusive area for VIP guests or networ...
from £1190
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Welcome East & Welcome West
140
200
In an innovative fusion, we have seamlessly combined the distinct features of Wellcome West and Wellcome East to craft an exquisite and sophisticated event space, notable for its uniquely shaped layout.
This versatile venue is designed to cater to an array of significant events, spanning the spectrum from corporate functions to private gatherings...
Prices and opening hours
Monday
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348–£1404
hire fee per day
Wolfson Lecture Theatre
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1404
hire fee per day
Wellcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1140
hire fee per day
Wellcome East
9:00 –
17:00
from
£852
hire fee per day
Kelvin Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£504
hire fee per day
Scott Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£720
hire fee per day
Upper Gallery
9:00 –
17:00
from
£516
hire fee per day
James Clerk Maxwell
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348
hire fee per day
Welcome East & Welcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1190
hire fee per day
Tuesday
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348–£1404
hire fee per day
Wolfson Lecture Theatre
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1404
hire fee per day
Wellcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1140
hire fee per day
Wellcome East
9:00 –
17:00
from
£852
hire fee per day
Kelvin Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£504
hire fee per day
Scott Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£720
hire fee per day
Upper Gallery
9:00 –
17:00
from
£516
hire fee per day
James Clerk Maxwell
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348
hire fee per day
Welcome East & Welcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1190
hire fee per day
Wednesday
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348–£1404
hire fee per day
Wolfson Lecture Theatre
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1404
hire fee per day
Wellcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1140
hire fee per day
Wellcome East
9:00 –
17:00
from
£852
hire fee per day
Kelvin Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£504
hire fee per day
Scott Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£720
hire fee per day
Upper Gallery
9:00 –
17:00
from
£516
hire fee per day
James Clerk Maxwell
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348
hire fee per day
Welcome East & Welcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1190
hire fee per day
Thursday
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348–£1404
hire fee per day
Wolfson Lecture Theatre
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1404
hire fee per day
Wellcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1140
hire fee per day
Wellcome East
9:00 –
17:00
from
£852
hire fee per day
Kelvin Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£504
hire fee per day
Scott Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£720
hire fee per day
Upper Gallery
9:00 –
17:00
from
£516
hire fee per day
James Clerk Maxwell
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348
hire fee per day
Welcome East & Welcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1190
hire fee per day
Friday
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348–£1404
hire fee per day
Wolfson Lecture Theatre
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1404
hire fee per day
Wellcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1140
hire fee per day
Wellcome East
9:00 –
17:00
from
£852
hire fee per day
Kelvin Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£504
hire fee per day
Scott Room
9:00 –
17:00
from
£720
hire fee per day
Upper Gallery
9:00 –
17:00
from
£516
hire fee per day
James Clerk Maxwell
9:00 –
17:00
from
£348
hire fee per day
Welcome East & Welcome West
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1190
hire fee per day
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Facilities and catering options
Up to 200
standing
Up to 145
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol
About The Royal Society of Edinburgh
Located in Edinburgh’s City Centre and within the home of the prestigious Royal Society of Edinburgh, we offer convenience, value and flexibility in a fabulous historic setting.
Big or small, whether you are planning an international conference, educational seminar, business meeting, prestigious dinner, wedding or other celebratory event, our facilities can be tailored to meet your needs. With audio-visual facilities, technical and event support and catering services, the venue can provide you with a comprehensive and flexible service, enhancing the success of your event.
Big or small, whether you are planning an international conference, educational seminar, business meeting, prestigious dinner, wedding or other celebratory event, our facilities can be tailored to meet your needs. With audio-visual facilities, technical and event support and catering services, the venue can provide you with a comprehensive and flexible service, enhancing the success of your event.
