1 photosImages not verified1 photosImages not verifiedThe Scottish Mining Museum is housed in the restored Lady Victoria Colliery in Newtongrange, near Dalkeith. This award-winning museum offers unique event spaces within an authentic Victorian mining complex, providing a distinctive industrial heritage setting for conferences, corporate events, and special occasions. The venue features the magnificent Engine Hall with its original winding engine, exhibition spaces, and meeting rooms that can accommodate various group sizes. With its fascinating collection of mining artifacts and immersive displays, the museum provides an educational and memorable backdrop for events. The venue combines historical significance with modern amenities, offering professional event management services and catering facilities within one of Scotland's most important industrial heritage sites.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Hall | 120 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Conference Room | 60 | — | 25 | 40 | 30 | — | — |
| Exhibition Hall | 80 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Visitor Centre | — | — | 20 | — | 25 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Venue hire from £400-£1200 depending on space; full museum hire from £1200; includes basic AV equipment; catering packages available; educational rates for schools and charities
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Lady Victoria Colliery, Newtongrange, Dalkeith, EH22 4QN, United Kingdom
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Scottish Mining Museum is a verified museum in Dalkeith, hosting up to 200 guests, with day delegate rates from £940. Its genome scores highest 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.
Up to 200 guests in main exhibition space, smaller rooms available for 20-50 guests
Basic AV equipment available including projector, screen and sound system
External catering can be arranged, tea and coffee facilities available
Free parking available on site for up to 100 vehicles
The Scottish Mining Museum is housed in the restored Lady Victoria Colliery in Newtongrange, near Dalkeith. This award-winning museum offers unique event spaces within an authentic Victorian mining complex, providing a distinctive industrial heritage setting for conferences, corporate events, and special occasions. The venue features the magnificent Engine Hall with its original winding engine, exhibition spaces, and meeting rooms that can accommodate various group sizes. With its fascinating collection of mining artifacts and immersive displays, the museum provides an educational and memorable backdrop for events. The venue combines historical significance with modern amenities, offering professional event management services and catering facilities within one of Scotland's most important industrial heritage sites.
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