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View our 2025 members’ events programme

 

 
 
11
Aug

Meet the Authors: A Festival of Writing Worth Reading

TIME 10:30AM TO 11:30AM
Join us during the Edinburgh Fringe for an exclusive series of intimate author events. Over twelve days, we’ll welcome twelve acclaimed writers, each discussing their latest book, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee as y…

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ARTIST IN

RESIDENCE 

Meet Jason Cordingley
 

UPCOMING EVENTS

09
Jul

Breakfast Club: July

The Breakfast Club returns next month and is hosted by RSC Member Christian Jetuah. Engage with fellow Club members and chat about a new topic of interest over a breakfast roll or pastry.

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17
Jul

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

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31
Jul

Edinburgh 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.

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01
Aug

Captain’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.

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02
Aug

The Duke of Lancaster’s Military 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

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11
Aug

Meet the Authors: A Festival of Writing Worth Reading

Join us during the Edinburgh Fringe for an exclusive series of intimate author events. Over twelve days, we’ll welcome twelve acclaimed writers, each discussing their latest book, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee as


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01
Sep

An 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.

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05
Sep

Captain’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.

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08
Sep

Evening Lecture – Coco Chanel’s War

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Richard Wallace as he discusses his most recent book: Chanel’s War, Escape From France’. Books available on the night for purchase. Supper bookings available in the Abercromby Dining room from 17:30.


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10
Sep

Breakfast 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.

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11
Sep

Concert – An Evening with Plaidsong

Join us on 11th of September for an evening of Scottish Traditional music adaptations played by PlaidSong.The talented duo performing ‘Songs of the Scottish Soldier’, dedicated to all Scottish soldiers across 7 centuries.


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13
Sep

The Road to Mons Graupius: A Journey Through Roman Scotland

Join Alan Montgomery, Author of The Road to Mons Graupius: A Journey Through Roman Scotland for a Book Signing and Coffee Morning on Sat, 13th Sept.


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29
Sep

Evening Lecture – The Forgotten Highlanders – Scots as Prisoners of the Japanese in WW2

Graham Ogilvy presents an overview of the disastrous Far East campaign and uses the experiences of the Urquhart, Coogan and others to highlight the ordeal of the prisoners who were later met with official indifference upon their return home.


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03
Oct

Captain’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.

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17
Oct

Edinburgh Big Curry Lunch in Support of Army Benevolent Fund

The Edinburgh Big Curry Lunch is a chance to meet-up with friends, and for business professionals to invite colleagues or clients. You will rub shoulders with VIP s and civic dignitaries, senior officers from the British Army, and corporate influencers fr


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17
Oct

Military 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.

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20
Oct

Evening Lecture – The Three Forth Bridges

One rail and two road bridges, serving slightly different purposes. Hear about the men who built them and the struggles they faced to do so. Illustrated by stunning photographs.


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03
Nov

Evening Lecture – The Battles and Songs of Scotland

Best of Burns – Battles and Songs of Scotland A round up of several historic Scotland battles, and the songs that they inspired. These are all delivered by a seasoned performer, well experienced in delivering the bard’s songs, poem and toasts, at hundr


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07
Nov

Captain’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.

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09
Nov

Remembrance Sunday Lunch

Join us for a short service of Remembrance at the Club Memorial. The Abercromby Dining Room is open for bookings from 12:00 to 14:00 on Sunday 9th November.


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12
Nov

Breakfast 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.

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27
Nov

Thanksgiving Dinner

We’re celebrating Thanksgiving this year with a traditional turkey dinner and all our American friends! Everyone is welcome to join us for dinner in the gorgeous Hepburn Suite for a delicious 3-course dinner with all the trimmings. Enjoy great company i


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28
Nov

St 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.

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05
Dec

Captain’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.

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06
Dec

The RSC Annual Members’ Christmas Lunch & Raffle

Join us for our Members Christmas Lunch on Saturday 6th December 2025 from 12pm to 3pm.

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18
Dec

Chairman’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.

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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