Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh has 3 meeting/event spaces for 40–200 delegates (theatre), largest: Great Hall (200).
- Up to 300 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
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3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Hall | 200 | — | 40 | 120 | 60 | — | — | 180 |
| Council Chamber | 80 | — | 24 | 40 | 30 | — | — | 85 |
| Small Hall | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — | 45 |
At a glance
The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is a prestigious medical institution housed in a magnificent Georgian building on Queen Street in Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage New Town. Founded in 1681, this historic venue combines period elegance with modern conference facilities across multiple rooms including the impressive Great Hall. The venue offers flexible meeting spaces suitable for medical conferences, corporate events, and educational seminars, with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom meetings to larger gatherings of up to 300 delegates. Located in the heart of Edinburgh's cultural quarter, the venue provides easy access to the city's attractions while offering a unique blend of medical heritage and professional meeting facilities.
Best suited for
- Medical conferences
- Academic lectures
- Professional training
- CPD events
- Examinations
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Historic Architecture
- Air Conditioning
- Catering Kitchen
- Natural Light
- Accessible Entrance
- Professional Staff
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Lift access to all floors
- Accessible parking spaces
Location & getting there
11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is a verified medical institution conference centre in Edinburgh, hosting up to 300 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
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- Food & catering✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
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- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
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- Oct 2025Quality score 95/100
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Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh have?
Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh has 3 meeting and event spaces in Edinburgh, seating up to 200 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh's largest event space?
The largest event space at Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is Great Hall, with a maximum capacity of 200 guests.
What conference facilities does Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh offer?
Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Historic Architecture, Air Conditioning, Digital projectors, Large screens, Lecture capture system across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Main lecture theatre seats 300, additional seminar rooms for 20-80 delegates, total event capacity up to 400 across multiple spaces
What AV equipment is available?
State-of-the-art AV equipment including lecture capture, video conferencing, and wireless presentation systems. Technical support available
Is catering available?
Comprehensive catering from working lunches to formal dinners, dietary requirements accommodated, licensed bar service available
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking, nearby public car parks within walking distance, excellent public transport links
About Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is a prestigious medical institution housed in a magnificent Georgian building on Queen Street in Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage New Town. Founded in 1681, this historic venue combines period elegance with modern conference facilities across multiple rooms including the impressive Great Hall. The venue offers flexible meeting spaces suitable for medical conferences, corporate events, and educational seminars, with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom meetings to larger gatherings of up to 300 delegates. Located in the heart of Edinburgh's cultural quarter, the venue provides easy access to the city's attractions while offering a unique blend of medical heritage and professional meeting facilities.
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