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Playfair Library Hall

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The Playfair Library Hall, featuring William Playfair's signature neoclassical barrel-vaulted ceiling, can add an air of elegance to any special event.

The Playfair Library Hall is a flexible Edinburgh First venue, able to accommodate up to 250 delegates theatre-style, 220 for dinner or 450 for a drinks reception. The lower floor of Playfair Library Hall features four additional meeting rooms, making this Edinburgh venue suitable for all manner of meetings, large presentations, conferences and exclusive dinners.

Suitable for …

  • Conferences
  • Seminars
  • Presentations
  • Drinks receptions
  • Exhibitions
  • Special events
  • Celebrations
  • Gala dinners
  • Weddings
  • Celebrations

At a glance

  • 250 delegates theatre-style
  • 450 for a reception
  • Four additional meetings rooms on the lower floor
  • Exclusive venue
Capacity Theatre Classroom Boardroom U-Shaped Reception Cabaret Dinner
Playfair Library Hall (1) 250 100 - - 450 160 220
Download floor plan (pdf)
Rooms Room Size Ceiling Height Stage Area Blackout Available Wifi Power Disabled Access Induction Loop
Playfair Library Hall (1) 332.3 12.13 12 x 8 ft yes yes 102 sockets yes -
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