George Square Lecture Theatre
Meeting Rooms

George Square Lecture Theatre

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About George Square Lecture Theatre
481 Theatre
The Gordon Aikman Lecture Theatre fills with natural light from its high windows, creating an atmosphere that energises every presentation. Our 481-seat theatre combines the warmth of blue fabric seating with the precision of modern conference technology, giving your delegates both comfort and clarity throughout their experience. Walking from George Square's tree-lined paths into our 1970s modernist building, you'll find the generous reception area sets the tone for professional gatherings. We arrange this space to suit your needs, whether that's morning coffee stations, registration desks, or informal networking zones where conversations naturally flow between sessions. The theatre itself rises in traditional tiers, each row carefully positioned so every participant enjoys unobstructed sightlines to the expansive stage. Our technical capabilities match the scale of the space. The data projector handles everything from detailed spreadsheets to high-resolution presentations, while document cameras let speakers share physical materials with the entire audience. We provide both handheld and lapel microphones, connected to our stereo sound system that reaches every corner of the theatre. The HDMI and VGA connections accommodate any device your presenters bring, and our lecture recording facilities mean important content needn't disappear when the day ends. Accessibility runs through every aspect of our venue. The wheelchair-accessible entrances and spaces ensure all delegates participate fully, while our induction loop system supports those using hearing aids. The recessed ceiling lights provide consistent illumination without glare, helping maintain focus during long conference days. Edinburgh's transport network converges near our campus location, with buses stopping minutes away and Waverley Station within easy reach. The surrounding streets offer everything from quick lunch spots to formal dining, plus hotels ranging from boutique townhouses to international chains. Our experienced technical team handles the complex coordination that large presentations demand, leaving you free to focus on your content and connections.
Response rate:98%
Response time:within an hour
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Prices

Hourly
From £2,500 /hour

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Location

Edinburgh · 13 minutes
St Andrew Square · 16 minutes
Princes Street · 14 minutes
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Opening hours

Monday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
From £2,500 /hour
Response rate:98%
Response time:within an hour