Playfair Library Hall

Cookies on the Edinburgh First website

We use cookies for security purposes, remembering your preferences and to analyse site traffic to understand our users' behaviour. This includes anonymised Google Analytics data.

We'd also like to show you personalised ads (such as reminders of our accommodation options and offers) when you are on other websites and/or social media platforms. We will do this by sharing information with our selected advertising partners. We won't share your data with anyone else.

Change my cookie settings for the Edinburgh First website

Cookies are a common feature used on almost all websites. We use cookies for different reasons, including measuring your visits to our sites and remembering your preferences. Learn more about necessary cookies

We work with advertising partners to show you ads for events and services you might be interested in, such as open days. You can choose whether the ads you see are personalised by selecting one of the options below. Learn more about advertising cookies

The iconic 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 celebrations, meetings, large presentations, conferences and exclusive dinners.