Venue Description
This beautiful and impressive 19th century building, designed by Willian Playfair and formerly home to the Scottish Parliament, provides both an historic and memorable backdrop for a large range of events. The Assembly Hall is a spectacular and large oval-shaped hall with all-round galleries and is ideal for conferences, lectures and theatrical performancs. the tiered auditorium seats up to 1200 but the lower tier also provides a welcoming venue for more modest numbers of 100-200. A number of breakout rooms are available outside of the main hall and are ideal for a variety of uses including VIP rooms, dressing rooms and event organiser's offices. Contact Edinburgh First for further information.
Area/Location Description
Situated on Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile just below the Castle Assembly Hall is only a short walk from Princess Street and Waverly Train Station. Access to the Hall is through the main archway to New College on The Mound.
| Extra Info |
| Car Parking Spaces |
None |
| Facilities |
| Catering General |
Buffet, Formal Dining/Banqueting |
| Catering Performers/Staff |
Kitchen |
| Business Support General |
PA System |
| Business Support Performers/Staff |
Powerpoint Projecton, Slide Projection, Lecterns, Flip Charts, Stage |
| Inclusion/Disability |
Wheelchair Access, Induction Loop, Disability Toilets, Guide Dogs Welcome, First Aid Room |
| Marketing and Promotions |
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| Security |
CCTV |
| Personnel Support |
Bar Staff, Catering Staff, General Support |
| Accreditation |
Quality Accreditation 3 |