CHRISTMAS
LUNCH AND DINNER
Celebrate the festive season at The Royal Scots Club with member-only events, enchanting private dining rooms, and bespoke entertainment packages.
OUR MENUS
Join us for Christmas lunch, or dinner, or select a delightful wine or whisky-tasting from our group packages.
Our drink and cocktail lists feature a festive collection of local beverages to complement your meal or top off an eventful day.
FOOD MENU
DRINK MENU
GROUP PACKAGES
HOW TO BOOK FOR
PRIVATE DINING
Whether you’d like to enjoy a personal Christmas dining experience with your friends and family or wrap up a busy 2024 with your work team, we offer a warm and welcoming venue for celebrating the holiday season! Private dining is available across a number of our enchanting rooms.
Our Club rooms are available for private hire for groups of 8 up to 160 for lunch and dinner from:
Saturday 30th November – Saturday 21st December (excluding Sundays)
Lunch bookings – £40pp
- 3 courses and coffee
- Full room access between 12 noon and 5pm
Dinner bookings – £40pp
- 3 courses and coffee
- Full room access between 6pm and 11pm
If you’d like to book online please click here. Otherwise please read the following for email and phone bookings:
booking Process
STEP ONE: YOUR ENQUIRY
Send our events team your Christmas Enquiry by emailing christmas@royalscotsclub.com or phoning 0131 525 6156 with the following information:
- What date(s) are you looking for? Are they flexible?
- What time?
- How many guests will be attending?
- What style of event are you looking to hold?
- What room layout would you prefer?
We’ll send you a quote!
STEP TWO: CONFIRMATION
Your event will be confirmed upon receipt of your deposit – which is due within 72 hours of our quote. Deposits for parties of up to 50: £200. Deposits for parties over 50: £500. Deposits are non-refundable.
STEP THREE: FINALISE EVENT DETAILS
Our events team will liaise with you to check everything off your Christmas list!
We will require all of the below information 14 days before your event date:
- A full pre-order
- Drinks choices
- Arrival drinks
- Drinks with meal
- Final numbers
- Completed table plan
- Any dietary requirements
- AV requirements
- Accessibility requirements
STEP FOUR: BILLING
We will invoice you the estimated total bill 10 days before the event date.
This is to be paid no less than 5 days before the event and any extras can be settled on departure.
STEP FIVE: GET MERRY!!
All bookings are subject to our terms and conditions listed below.
TRY ONE OF OUR PARTY PACKAGES
CHRISTMAS COCKTAILS
AND CANAPÉS
Celebrate Christmas a little more casually with our ‘Cocktails and Canapés’ package in our newly furnished Underground Bar. Choose from our list of delicious bespoke Christmas-themed cocktails and mouthwatering canapes in our cosy new addition! Ideal for office parties, family get-togethers, and nights out to celebrate with friends, you’ll love the atmosphere and versatility of this bar.
Suitable for up to 20 attendees.
£400 minimum spend Mon – Thurs. Weekends subject to availability.
Email Katherine on christmas@royalscotsclub.com to reserve.
ARRIVAL DRINKS
IN THE ELLESMERE ROOM
Looking to host some pre-dinner drinks? Planning a festive bar crawl throughout The New Town? Our beautiful Ellesmere Room sets the bar high and is sure to impress your guests. Select from our Christmas drinks list to build out your preorder – add canapes and or one of our tasting masterclass experiences to keep the night going!
Ideal for groups of friends and families, corporate and office dinners, or as part of your dining experience. Suitable for up to 40 attendees.
£100 room hire or £200 minimum spend. Subject to availability.
Email Katherine on christmas@royalscotsclub.com to reserve.
WINE TASTING
MASTERCLASS
Put your taste buds to the test with a Wine Tasting Masterclass from
our friends at Great Grog this Christmas. Enjoy an expertly curated
selection of wines from around the world in one of our elegant Club
Rooms. Invite your friends or coworkers for a delicious night out.
Suitable for up to 90 attendees.
Bookings and deposits are required 3 weeks in advance. Subject to availability and terms and conditions.
Email Katherine on christmas@royalscotsclub.com to reserve.
WHISKEY TASTING
MASTERCLASS
Explore our range of Whisky from around Scotland in the comfort of The Royal Scots Club. Our in-house Whisky expert will take you on a delectable malt tour including our brand new Royal Scots Club Whisky. Ideal for groups of friends and clients you’re looking to treat this festive season. Suitable for up to 16 attendees.
Bookings and deposits are required 3 weeks in advance. Subject to availability and terms and conditions.
Email Katherine on christmas@royalscotsclub.com to reserve.
THE ROYAL SCOTS CLUB
HOLIDAY GIFTS
Browse through our online shop for the perfect gift this year. Choose from brand new Regimental Tweed accessories, spirits, and exclusive member-only products. Or take the guessing out of your shopping with a voucher for use on food, accommodation, or membership.
It’s never too early to stock up on Christmas Cards!
PRIVATE
DINING
Looking for an experience you and your guests will remember for years to come? Dine at The Royal Scots Club this Christmas, privately that is. Full service meals with precise attention to detail, professional and charming wait staff, and sophisticated flavours you’ll want to indulge in again and again.
This is refined dining.
OUR UPCOMING EVENTS
Summer Garden Party
You’re Invited! The Royal Scots Club Summer Garden Party returns. Join us on the 17th of July for a wonderful evening of drinks, delicious food, lively music, and fantastic conversation in the picturesque Queens St Gardens East. Open to Members and their
Member only eventEdinburgh Military Tattoo and Dinner
The Edinburgh Military Tattoo – A classic and beloved event at The Royal Scots Club. Join us for drinks and a two course dinner at the Club before heading up to the Edinburgh Castle for the performance. Member only eventCaptain’s Table: August
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. Member only eventThe Duke of Lancaster’s Regimental Band: Garden Performance
Join us for a free evening of music in the Queens St Gardens with the 4th Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment (Renamed from The North West Infantry Band in 2006). We require an entry list of guests into the gardens, so please RSVP if you would like Member only eventAn Evening of Scottish Tales
Join us in our Underground Bar for an evening of Scottish Tales told by Master Storyteller Beverly Bryant. Complimentary drink included within the ticket price. Food available to purchase. Member only eventCaptain’s Table: September
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. Member only eventBreakfast Club: September
The Breakfast Club returns next month and is hosted by an RSC Member. Engage with fellow Club members and chat about a new topic of interest over a breakfast roll or pastry. Member only eventCaptain’s Table: October
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. Member only eventMilitary Dinner in Support of Poppy Scotland
Join us for an unforgettable Military Dinner on Friday, October 17th, at The Royal Scots Club, dedicated to supporting Poppy Scotland. Member only eventCaptain’s Table: November
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. Member only eventBreakfast Club: November
The Breakfast Club returns next month and is hosted by a RSC Member. Engage with fellow Club members and chat about a new topic of interest over a breakfast roll or pastry. Member only eventSt Andrew’s Day Dinner at The Royal Scots Club
Join us for an evening of musical entertainment, loyal toasts, great company and delicious food! Please note, per usual, the night will be a red-carpet, black-tie, miniature medal affair with uniform to be adorned where appropriate. Member only eventCaptain’s Table: December
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. Member only eventThe RSC Annual Members’ Christmas Lunch & Raffle
Join us for our Members Christmas Lunch on Saturday 6th December 2025 from 12pm to 3pm. Member only eventChairman’s Christmas Cocktails
Join our Chairman and other Members on Thursday, 18th December for a festive drinks reception. This is a complimentary event available for Members only. Member only eventTERMS AND CONDITIONS
MINIMUM NUMBERS
Certain rooms and dates require minimum numbers. These will be quoted at time of enquiry if they apply. The minimum numbers charged for will be the total numbers given to us 5 days before the event date.
CANCELLATION
If you have to cancel your confirmed booking, we reserve the right to retain the deposit, along with the following cancellation charges:
Within 4 weeks – 40% of estimated total value.
Within 1 week – 60% of estimated total value.
72 hours prior – 100% of estimated total value.
DAMAGE
The Hirer shall pay for any loss or damage to any part of the venue premises, or to any fixtures, fittings & equipment which are caused by the Hirer or guest or paid suppliers. We will not be held responsible for damage to any article brought onto the premises.
SOUND LICENSING
As a city centre venue, we have to comply with noise licensing laws. Both our suites are fitted with noise limiters which limit live entertainment to 90 decibels. Please discuss this with any entertainment upon booking.
LIQUOR LICENSING
Scottish Licensing Law allows for a 15-minute drinking up period at the close of business. The consumption of alcohol after this time is an offence. All guests should vacate the premises within 30 minutes of closing time. It is an offence to refuse to leave the premises when asked to do so by a member of staff.
Our licensing operating times are: 11.00 am to midnight
