The Royal Yacht Britannia
- Up to 250 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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At a glance
The Royal Yacht Britannia offers an extraordinary venue experience aboard the former royal yacht of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Located in Edinburgh's historic port of Leith, this floating venue provides exclusive spaces for conferences, corporate events, and private dining. The yacht features the State Dining Room, Royal Deck, and various reception areas with stunning views of the Forth. Guests can explore five decks including the State Apartments, Crew's Quarters, and Engine Room while enjoying modern event facilities seamlessly integrated into this historic vessel. The venue combines royal heritage with contemporary event services, offering catering, AV equipment, and dedicated event management.
Best suited for
- Corporate Events
- Private Dining
- Weddings
- Gala Dinners
- Product Launches
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
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Dining Room | — | — | 16 | — | — | — | 80 |
| Royal Deck | 120 | — | — | 80 | — | — | 250 |
Pricing & packages
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.
Pricing available on request for private events and corporate hire. Includes venue hire, catering options, and event coordination services.
Request exact pricing →Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Setting
- Waterfront Location
- Private Dining Rooms
- AV Equipment
- Catering Services
- Guided Tours
- Photo Opportunities
- Unique Atmosphere
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access to main decks
- Accessible toilets available
Location & getting there
Ocean Drive, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6JJ, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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The Royal Yacht Britannia is a verified historic venue in Edinburgh, hosting up to 250 guests, with day delegate rates from £210. 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.
Venue Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £210
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 250 guests for standing reception, 150 for seated dinner across multiple decks
What AV equipment is available?
Professional AV equipment available including sound system and projection facilities
Is catering available?
Exclusive catering provided by Fingal Restaurant team with fine dining options
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available at Ocean Terminal with over 3,500 spaces
About The Royal Yacht Britannia
The Royal Yacht Britannia offers an extraordinary venue experience aboard the former royal yacht of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Located in Edinburgh's historic port of Leith, this floating venue provides exclusive spaces for conferences, corporate events, and private dining. The yacht features the State Dining Room, Royal Deck, and various reception areas with stunning views of the Forth. Guests can explore five decks including the State Apartments, Crew's Quarters, and Engine Room while enjoying modern event facilities seamlessly integrated into this historic vessel. The venue combines royal heritage with contemporary event services, offering catering, AV equipment, and dedicated event management.
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