George Square Lecture Theatre Edinburgh First
About George Square Lecture Theatre Edinburgh First
The Gordon Aikman Lecture Theatre serves as our university's primary meeting and presentation space, with 481 seats arranged in traditional lecture theatre style. When you walk into our building on the south side of George Square, you'll find yourself in a generous reception area where we regularly set up refreshment stations and networking spaces for conference attendees. We've equipped the theatre with comprehensive audio-visual technology that supports everything from academic presentations to professional conferences. The hearing loop system ensures all participants can fully engage with speakers, while our technical setup handles complex multimedia presentations with ease. The large stage gives presenters plenty of room to move, whether they're delivering a keynote address or coordinating panel discussions. Our 1970s modernist building, designed by Robert Matthew Johnson-Marshall & Partners, has become something of a landmark on campus. The distinctive architecture often catches the eye of location scouts, and we've hosted several film crews over the years. During the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, we transform from an academic venue into a performance space, though our primary focus remains on hosting conferences, lectures, and professional meetings. The theatre's central campus location makes it particularly convenient for delegates traveling to Edinburgh. We're well-connected to the city's transport links, with plenty of accommodation and dining options nearby in the historic George Square area. Our technical team works closely with event organizers to ensure presentations run smoothly, from simple lecture setups to more complex multi-speaker conferences. Whether you're planning an academic symposium, corporate presentation, or professional development workshop, our experienced staff can help configure the space to meet your specific requirements. The combination of our technical capabilities, central location, and flexible reception area makes the Gordon Aikman Lecture Theatre a practical choice for large-scale meetings and presentations in Edinburgh.
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Meeting Rooms
George Square Lecture Theatre · From 288 to 481 people
£2,500
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Location
Edinburgh · 13 minutes
St Andrew Square · 16 minutes
Princes Street · 14 minutes
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
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