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06
Jun
Member only event

Beating Retreat

TIME 6:00PM TO 11:00PM
A classic and beloved event at The Royal Scots Club featuring welcome drinks in the Club’s Abercromby Dining and Douglas Rooms facing the beautiful Queen Street Gardens East….

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UPCOMING EVENTS

05
Jun

The Captain’s Table

The Captain’s Table is a regular Royal Scots Club lunch where members and their guests can get together and enjoy good food, good conversation and meet new people.

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06
Jun

Beating Retreat

A classic and beloved event at The Royal Scots Club featuring welcome drinks in the Club’s Abercromby Dining and Douglas Rooms facing the beautiful Queen Street Gardens East.

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11
Jun

Great Kilt Demonstration with Scotland Shop

Enjoy an evening of immersion into the world of tartan, a presentation on clans along with a demonstration of how to style and wear a great kilt!


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18
Jun

Members Drinks

A rallying call! Gather with your friends and fellow social members in the cocktail bar for an evening drink and a chinwag on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Guests welcome. Food available for purchase. Attendance is free – all food and drinks can be

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19
Jun

G.L.O.W. Gal’s Lunch

Gathering Ladies of Wit. A Royal Scots Club monthly lunch for our ladies and their guests in the Abercromby Dining room.

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22
Jun

Evening Lecture: The House of War

The House of War is a sweeping narrative of over 1000 years of confrontation and conflict between the armies of Christendom and those of the Caliphate.


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26
Jun

Pop-Up Scottish Opera

Experience opera on a miniature scale, with 30-minute performances brought to life with specially commissioned illustrations. Session 1: Rigoletto, Session 2: The Elixir of Love.


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27
Jun

Coffee Morning & Exhibition: HMS Unicorn

Explore the history and heritage of HMS Unicorn from the comfort of the Royal Scots Club with Club Member Lachlan Gunn from the HMS Unicorn heritage team.


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03
Jul

Soldiers’ Long Lunch

The lunch takes place in Edinburgh’s most glamorous 5* hotel, Prestonfield House, on Friday 3rd July 2026, starting at 1p.m. Enjoy a glass of champagne on arrival, taking in the spectacular setting in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat. A three-course dinner


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18
Jul

Summer Garden Party

Join fellow members and guests for our beloved annual Summer Garden Party in the stunning Queen Street Gardens East. An elegant evening of live music, food, and great company.

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23
Jul

A Taste of Italy

Buon appetito! Join us in the Abercromby Dining Room for an indulgent evening of Italian music with a beautifully curated menu, with an expertly paired wine list add-on.

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01
Aug

The Duke of Lancaster’s Regimental Band – Recital in the Gardens

Enjoy a free evening concert in the beautiful Queen Street Gardens East with The Band of The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment.

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05
Aug

Solo From The Pitt: Exclusive Fringe Preview

Acclaimed Metropolitan Opera trombonist and comedian Elias Faingersh brings his one-man show to the Club before it hits the Fringe mainstage.


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06
Aug

Edinburgh Military Tattoo & Dinner

Join fellow members for drinks and dinner at the Club before heading to Edinburgh Castle for the iconic Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo — an unforgettable evening of tradition and spectacle.

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07
Sep

Evening Lecture: Living a Polite Life

Dr Jenny Mayhew unravels the codes of conduct that shaped polite British society. Explore the complex and comical historical rulebook that guided British lives from cradle to grave.


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21
Sep

Minds & Machines: AI & Cyber Security Seminar




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24
Sep

Grapes & Gruyère: Guided Tasting Experience

Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or simply someone who enjoys a good drop and a cheeseboard, this is an evening made for you.

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03
Oct

Legacy In Motion: Guided Club History Club

Discover the untold stories and history of the Royal Scots Club. A private bespoke Club tour with local historian Dr. Kate Stephenson.

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05
Oct

Evening Lecture: Dressing up, Decorum and Debauchery in Eighteenth-Century Pleasure Gardens

Society, Sin and Scandal. Dr Kate Stephenson uncovers the world of eighteenth-century pleasure gardens. Hot beds of sin? Or simply a reflection of society’s deepest fears?


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23
Oct

Trafalgar Night Dinner

Join us at the Royal Scots Club on Friday 23rd October for our Trafalgar Night Dinner held in support of The Royal Marines Charity.


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29
Oct

Folklore Evening: Dark & Haunting Tales

Pull up a chair and dare to listen? Professional Storyteller Beverly Bryant brings dark and haunting tales to life in our Underground Bar.


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02
Nov

Evening Lecture: This is Murrayfield

Join Rob Robertson & Peter Burns as we celebrate 100 remarkable years of Murrayfield Stadium. A century of iconic matches, memories and Scottish rugby history.


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08
Nov

Remembrance Sunday Lunch

Wreath laying ceremony at 12:00 noon, followed by a delicious two-course lunch.


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09
Nov

Artist Exhibition – Alicia Coombes



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26
Nov

Thanksgiving Dinner

A delicious three-course dinner in our Hepburn Suite to celebrate Thanksgiving with live music.


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27
Nov

St Andrew’s Day Dinner at The Royal Scots Club

Celebrate Scotland’s patron saint with a delicious three-course dinner, traditional musical entertainment, and an exciting guest speaker.

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07
Dec

Evening Lecture: The Glen Affric Tartan – Decoding a Unique Survivor

Discover Scotland’s oldest tartan: The Glen Affric. A 500-year-old fragment unearthed from a Highland peat bog, explored by leading expert Peter Eslea MacDonald.


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10
Dec

Christmas Special: Festive Wine Tasting

Join us for a bespoke festive tasting experience in the Underground Bar with Richard from Great Grog. Expertly paired wines and canapés to celebrate the silly season.

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12
Dec

The Royal Scots Club Murder Mystery

Join us for a festive murder mystery evening at the Club. Work with fellow guests to unravel the clues, identify the suspects and solve the case before the evening is out.

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17
Dec

Chairman’s Christmas Cocktails

Join our Chairman and other Members on Thursday, 17th December for a festive drinks reception. This is a complimentary event available for Members only.

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CHRISTMAS PARTIES
AT THE CLUB

 

Have you been tasked with finding your Christmas Party  venue? 

The Royal Scots Club can accommodate parties large and small for traditional sit down meals with entertainment or casual festive drinks before a night out with coworkers.

 

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GRADUATION BALLS
AT THE CLUB

Have you been tasked with finding your graduation ball venue? Then look no further.

The Royal Scots Club can accommodate balls from 50 to 160 guests for a sit down meal followed by entertainment of your choosing. Set in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town, the club has beautiful suites, delicious Scottish cuisine and the ability to help you plan a truly once in a lifetime event.

Enquire today for our best available pricing.

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SUMMER PARTY
& EVENT OFFER

Here at the Royal Scots Club we have many beautiful rooms in which to hold your Celebration.

We have select dates remaining over the 2022 summer months, so if you decide to book an event with us between June 1st 2022- August 31st 2022 we will offer you one of our beautiful rooms for just £100 room hire and give you 10% off our set menu costs.

Minimum numbers & terms and conditions apply. Not valid for existing bookings. Quote ‘Summer offer’ when enquiring.

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PRE-TATTOO SUPPER
SPECIAL OFFER

There is nothing quite like the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. A spectacular performance that really shouldn’t be missed.

And if you’re lucky enough to have tickets then why not make an night of it? The Club is able to host private pre-tattoo meals for groups between 8 and 30 guests for just £31pp for 2 courses and £35pp for 3 courses with complimentary room hire.

Relax in one of our beautiful private rooms with a delicious meal before heading up to the Castle which is a short walk or taxi ride away. You’ll arrive feeling relaxed and well fed, ready to enjoy your evening whatever the Scottish weather may bring!

 

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BURNS SUPPERS
AT THE CLUB

If you are looking for the perfect venue to celebrate Burns night then look no further.

With a selection of different sized private rooms and fantastic locally sourced Scottish menus The Royal Scots Club is the place to host your celebration of our national poet Robert Burns whose message of friendship and Auld Lang Syne lives on.
We can accommodate private parties from 16 to 160 guests throughout January and February in a stunning location right in the heart of Edinburgh’s New town.

 

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MOTHER’S DAY
AT THE CLUB

Celebrate mum in style this year with a delicious lunch in the Abercromby Dining Room with a beautiful view over the Queens St. Gardens

 

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Thank you for arranging the Midsummer storytelling gathering – an opportunity to meet fellow members, enjoy a tasty lunch and learn about Shetland culture. Marjolein is a marvellous storyteller and entertainer. I look forward to hearing more of her stories at the Club in future!

 

 

Jane, a Royal Scots Club Member