Private events
Caledonian Hall
Caledonian Hall is nestled serenely in the south-eastern corner of the garden, overlooking the RBGE Stone Garden and just seconds away from the majestic sequoias in John Muir Grove .
David Douglas Room
The David Douglas Room, named after the Scottish botanist who was famous for his research on the flora of North America and Hawaii and who gave his name to the Douglas fir, is beautifully situated at the southern end of the Gateway restaurant, with a great view of the garden and, in the winter months, the Edinburgh skyline and the castle as the trees shed their summer leaves.
Caledonian Hall
Caledonian Hall is nestled serenely in the south-east corner of the garden, overlooking the RBGE Stone Garden, and just seconds away from the majestic sequoias in John Muir Grove.
This beautiful old building, originally built by the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society as a showroom in their experimental garden until 1864, became the RBGE herbarium for 100 years until 1964.
It is now a popular and ideal, if not perfect, venue for weddings, private and corporate dinners and parties, and by far the best place to take your shoes off in style.
Just behind the Caledonian Hall, guests can visit the purpose-built pavilion; this upscale addition to the venue adds many extra options and features to any event held in this part of the Garden.
Your wedding ceremony in John Muir Grove, a family barbecue overlooking the rock garden, a product launch in the pavilion or a champagne reception in the hall itself - the possibilities to create this special space to suit your particular requirements are endless.
Capacities
Caledonian Room
100 for dinner
80 for dinner
30 for a conference (boardroom style)
120 for theatre style
Pavilion
50 for the reception with refreshments
40 for conference (classroom setting)
John Muir Grove
40 seats for wedding or civil partnership ceremony
60 additional seats for wedding or civil partnership ceremony
David Douglas Room
A private dining and intimate event space with beautiful views of the garden and the city beyond.
The David Douglas Room, named after the Scottish botanist, famous for his research on the flora of North America and Hawaii and who gave his name to the Douglas fir; is beautifully situated at the southern end of the Gateway restaurant, with a magnificent view of the garden and, in the winter months, the Edinburgh skyline and the castle as the trees shed their summer leaves.
The room can accommodate up to 40 visitors for a special dinner or lunch and can comfortably accommodate business meetings in a variety of layouts.
Ideal for small birthday parties, christenings, small weddings and anniversaries, the David Douglas Room is an ideal venue and guests can easily access the restaurant terrace and garden outside from their own private access.
The simplicity and relative tranquillity of the David Douglas Room with its pleasant and peaceful appearance has made it a favourite venue for funerals and memorial parties celebrating the lives of their dearly departed.