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Assembly Rooms

📍
54 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2LR, United Kingdom
Conference CentreHistoric Conference & Events Centre✓ Verified Data

Historic Georgian assembly rooms in Edinburgh's New Town offering elegant event spaces for conferences and celebrations.

About This Venue

The Assembly Rooms Edinburgh is a magnificent Georgian building located on prestigious George Street in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. Built in the 1780s, this historic venue combines period elegance with modern facilities, featuring beautifully proportioned rooms with high ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and original architectural details. The venue offers multiple interconnected spaces including the Grand Ballroom, Music Hall, and various smaller rooms, making it ideal for conferences, corporate events, weddings, and cultural gatherings. Located within walking distance of Edinburgh's main shopping district and major attractions, the Assembly Rooms provides a prestigious setting in one of the city's most desirable locations.

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Indicative Budget
£22,500£42,500
Typical day-delegate event for ~500 guests
Capacity (max)
1,000
Typical attendees
500
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (500 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

1000
Maximum Capacity
600
Theatre Style
1000
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Grand Ballroom

400
600
6080300

Music Hall

200
250
4050120

Drawing Room

100
80
253040

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 600 people

Features & Amenities

Historic Building
Multiple Event Spaces
AV Equipment
Catering Kitchen
Central Location
Period Features
High Ceilings
Crystal Chandeliers
Accessible
WiFi

📐 Space Specifications

1200
Total Space (m²)
4.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Historic Conference & Events Centre space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

State-of-the-art sound system
Multiple projectors
Large screens
Professional lighting
Wireless microphones
Live streaming capabilities
Wi-Fi throughout

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences
📋Corporate Events
📋Award Ceremonies
📋Product Launches
📋Exhibitions
📋Gala Dinners
📋Cultural Events

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible toiletsHearing loop system available

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Edinburgh Waverley Station 0.5 miles; Multiple bus routes on George Street; Edinburgh Airport 8 miles with direct bus and taxi links; Tram stop at St Andrew Square 0.2 miles

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

George Street metered parking available. NCP car parks at Castle Terrace and Greenside Place within 0.3 miles. Limited disabled parking can be arranged.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

600
theatre
60
boardroom
300
classroom
80
u shape
400
cabaret
1000
reception
400
dining
350
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 1000 guests in theatre style, 600 for dinner, multiple room configurations available
What AV equipment is available?
Professional AV equipment including multiple projectors, sound system, and lighting rigs with technical support
Is catering available?
Full catering services from canapés to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking, public car parks nearby, excellent public transport links in city centre

Location & Contact

📍 Address

54 George Street
EH2 2LR, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreWedding VenueCultural VenueCorporate Events

Venue Location

54 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2LR

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 1000 guests in theatre style, 600 for dinner, multiple room configurations available

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Professional AV equipment including multiple projectors, sound system, and lighting rigs with technical support

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services from canapés to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking, public car parks nearby, excellent public transport links in city centre

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Royal Mile Historic Street
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 10 minutes walk
🏰
Edinburgh Castle Fortress
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 15 minutes walk
🏰
Scott Monument Memorial
0.4 km (0.25 mi)• 6 minutes walk
🏰
Palace of Holyroodhouse Royal Residence
1.8 km (1.1 mi)• 20 minutes walk

🏛️Museum

🏛️
National Portrait Gallery
0.3 km (0.2 mi)• 5 minutes walk

🌳Gardens

🌳
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
2.1 km (1.3 mi)• 25 minutes walk
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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