Dovecot Studios, Viewing Balcony
Dovecot Studios Ltd, 10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LT -
Up to
250 guests
Offers
catering
External Catering
allowed
Dovecot is a world-renowned tapestry studio, housed in a grand Victorian Baths, in the heart of Edinburgh. It’s a landmark centre for contemporary art, craft and design, and available to hire for special events. Established in 1912, Dovecot continues a century-long heritage of collaboration with international artists to make exceptional handwoven tapestries and gun-tufted rugs.
Dovecot has five versatile event spaces, allowing for all types of events including elegant banquets for up to 180, stylish drinks receptions for up to 500, meetings, and events. The expert Events Team at Dovecot work in partnership with caterers and production companies (audio visual specialists) to make your bespoke event come to life in our cultural and historic surroundings.
Alongside the tapestry studio, Dovecot run an exciting programme of exhibitions and events to further explore contemporary art, craft and design.
When you hire a space at Dovecot, your fee contributes toward the charitable mission of the Dovecot Foundation; established to ensure the long term future of tapestry weaving in Scotland.
Our Viewing Balcony overlooks our unique Tapestry Studio which becomes the centrepiece of the event. The walls will be exhibiting some of the most beautiful hand crafted rugs and tapestries from our studio. The space is perfect for drinks receptions whether it be for celebrating, raising awareness or networking.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 250
Pricing
& opening hours
Weekly schedule
monday
0:00 - 24:00
tuesday
0:00 - 24:00
wednesday
0:00 - 24:00
thursday
0:00 - 24:00
friday
0:00 - 24:00
saturday
0:00 - 24:00
sunday
0:00 - 24:00
Price type:
from £450 per hour
from £450 per hour
from £450 per hour
from £450 per hour
from £450 per hour
from £450 per hour
from £450 per hour
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Flipchart
Cloakroom
Air conditioning
Disabled access
Lectern
Audio & visual
Other
We have a projector for hire of £30 exc. VAT. Any other equipment can be hired in from our approved AV suppliers.
Space rules
Allowed events
Licensed for alcohol
Cancellation policy
Date of Cancellation Cancellation charge payable to DSL More than 28 days before the event the deposit paid or due More than 14 days and up to 28 days before the Event 50% of total booking value 14 days or less 100% of total booking value 1. The cancellation charges detailed above are expressed exclusive of any applicable VAT. 2. In the event that the Hirer cancels a booking that DSL has made on its’ behalf, for entertainment, audio visual equipment, furniture or otherwise, all cancellation charges shall be met by the Hirer.
Location
Reviews
Anna Syngellakis
August 2024Always an interesting place to go, have a coffee and then see the exhibits. Always interesting, giving pleasure and making you think about the art of weaving.
