The Royal Society Of Edinburgh, Upper Gallery
George St, Edinburgh, EH2 2PQ -
Up to
80 guests
Offers
catering
External Catering
allowed
We offer thirteen versatile spaces ideal for occasions dedicated to learning and coming together. From grand dinners and exhibitions to insightful conferences and workshops. Our venue caters to up to 145 guests, ensuring every event is a remarkable experience. The venue is nestled in the heart of Edinburgh which offers hassle-free transport connections, making it an ideal choice for both local and international gatherings.
Our dedicated team at the RSE prides itself on delivering events to the highest standards. With the support of a dedicated events coordinator, we collaborate closely with our clients from concept to delivery, ensuring every aspect of your event is flawlessly orchestrated. Whether you’re planning a sophisticated dinner, an engaging conference, or an interactive workshop, we offer bespoke solutions tailored to your audience, objectives, and budget. Our commitment to understanding every detail maximises the potential of your event, while our ability to manage a seamless registration process enhances the experience for your visitors. Moreover, we are pleased to offer a 25% discount to non-profit organisations, reflecting our support for the wider community. Our expertise and commitment to excellence guarantee your event will not only run smoothly, but also leave a lasting impression on your guests.
At the RSE, we understand that catering is a crucial element of any event. Our partnership with the Edinburgh Catering Company brings a fusion of creativity, quality, and shared values to the table. Together, we strive to ensure everyone who attends an event here feels truly welcome. Our culinary team is passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences that reflect the prestige of your event. From elegant canapés to sumptuous banquets, our menu selections are crafted with the local ingredients, catering to a wide range of dietary preferences. Whether you’re hosting a formal dinner or a casual reception, our catering services promise to enhance your event with delightful flavours and impeccable presentation.
In today’s digital age, advanced AV and tech capabilities are essential for the success of any event. The RSE is equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology. This ensures that your event benefits from the highest quality sound, lighting, and presentation tools. Our in-house tech team is on hand to provide expert support, from setting up complex video conferences to managing live streams, making sure your event is seamless and engaging for both in-person and virtual attendees.
A contemporary hall with a glass apex ceiling and wooden floorboards, this is a bright and energising space that provides contrast to some of the RSE’s classic architecture. Leading directly into the Wolfson Lecture Theatre, and connecting to the Lower Gallery, the Upper Gallery can be used alone for workshops, talks and exhibitions or alongside adjoining spaces for arrival coffees, breakout sessions, or receptions.
Pricing for catering can be arranged directly with our sole-caterer The Edinburgh Catering Company. Pricing will change for evening and weekends to include security charges. We operate a minimum of 4 hour bookings at weekends.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 80
Theatre
up to 60
Boardroom
up to 26
Cabaret
up to 32
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Disabled access
Heating
Air conditioning
Lectern
Natural light
Table / chairs included
Whiteboards
Premises parking
Audio & visual
Sound system
Microphone
Projector & screen
TV screen
Flipchart
WiFi
Space rules
Cancellation policy
a) If you decide to cancel or postpone your booking, or alter facilities and services you have agreed to pay for in the Contract, you will be liable to pay charges for any facilities or services that we cannot re-sell despite using reasonable efforts. You will pay in full for any facilities or services in the Contract that you do not cancel, whether or not you use them. The level of charge to be applied will depend on the amount of notice you give us, calculated from the following table: Written notice received by us (letter or email) % of contracted revenue to be charged (Original) More than 57 working days before the first day of the event No charge over and above any non-refundable deposit paid 29 to 56 working days (inclusive) before the first day of the event 50% 8 to 28 working days (inclusive) before the first day of the event 75% Up to 7 working days before the first day of the event 100% b) The cancellation charges referred to above represent a reasonable pre-estimate of the net loss that will be incurred by the RSE, based on previous experience, including but not limited to lost time, costs and expenses due to cancellation. c) We will tell you the final cancellation charges once we know whether or not we have been able to re-sell the facilities or services cancelled. d) We reserve the right to cancel the Contract for reasons that are beyond our control. If this happens we will use all reasonable efforts to offer you an alternative. We cannot accept responsibility if we cannot provide facilities or services because of any cause which is beyond our control. e) We reserve the right to cancel the Contract without liability to you if you are in arrears of previous payments or the RSE becomes aware of any significant change in your circumstances that would adversely affect the reputation of the RSE should your Event proceed.
Location
Reviews
Simon Smith
October 2024Lovely building and great staff. Had a fantastic event and food was awesome.
