McEwan Hall
McEwan Hall is an iconic 19th century landmark in the heart of Edinburgh, perfect for a large conference or event.
About McEwan Hall
| McEwan Hall Teviot Place, Edinburgh South EH8 9AG | |
| 01316501000 | |
| McEwan Hall Website | |
Seating up to 1,700 delegates in its tiered auditorium, the McEwan Hall is Edinburgh First's largest conference venue. Our other venues nearby - including Appleton Tower and David Hume Tower (DHT), located less than five minutes' walk away – can increase delegate numbers further by utilising their lecture theatres, breakout and catering spaces.
McEwan Hall boasts a Main Hall and full basement access, where there are six seminar rooms equipped with state-of-the-art audio visual equipment and accessible facilities.
The McEwan Hall was presented to the University in 1897 by William McEwan, not only as a ceremonial hall for graduations but also as a gift to the people of Edinburgh. This iconic Grade A listed building was designed by Sir Rowand Anderson, with lavish interiors by William Palin. The building was actually completed in 1894 but took another three years to complete the interior designs, the centrepiece being the 15 beautifully painted mural panels that make up the vast dome.
The hall was reopened in 2017 following a painstaking 3-year, multi-million pound refurbishment. This was meant to not only 'refresh' it's beautifully intricate painting and stonework; but also to expand the function of the hall to meet the modern ceremonial and commercial demands of the University of Edinburgh.
New spaces were created for conferences, exhibitions, events and education - particular highlights being access to the upper gallery to increase seating capacity and a new expansive basement space that can hold up to 578 people.
All information (whether in text or photographs) is supplied in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.
Upcoming Events at McEwan Hall
More Live Music Venues in Edinburgh
The Royal Mile Tavern
127 High Street ,
Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SG
A traditional Scottish public house bursting with charm and character and located on the historical Royal Mile.
READ MORE
Royal British Legion Scotland Edinburgh Central
Elsie Clark Halls 33 Rodney Street,
Edinburgh North EH7 4EL
The Royal British Legion Scotland holds regular entertainment at their Edinburgh Central branch with live music, cabaret lunches and ladies nights.
READ MORE
Whiski Bar & Restaurant
119 High Street,
Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SG
Whiski is a stunning multi award winning whisky bar and restaurant situated on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, full of character and with a brilliant atmosphere!
READ MORE
George IV Bar
54 George IV Bridge ,
Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1EJ
Located on the historical George IV Bridge in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, we are a traditional Scottish public house bursting with charm and character.
READ MORE
St Cecilias Hall
St Cecilia’s Hall Niddry Street,
Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1NQ
The beautiful, elliptical St Cecilia's Hall dates back to 1763, making it the oldest purpose-built concert hall in Scotland.
READ MORE
The Strawberry Barn
The Strawberry Barn Thistly Cross Roundabout,
Dunbar EH42 1S
The Stawberry Barn is a unique Venue, Café, Farm Shop and Fruit Farm located in the Heart of East Lothian.
READ MORE
Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre
Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre Eastgate,
Peebles EH45 8AD
The Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre in the centre of Peebles is the busiest arts venue in the Scottish Borders, staging more than 200 events a year.
READ MORE
Reid Concert Hall
Reid Concert Hall Bristo Place,
Edinburgh South EH8 9AG
A 218-seat Victorian venue built in 1859, the Reid Concert Hall is an integral part of the Reid School of Music.
READ MORE
Leith Depot
140 Leith Walk,
Leith EH6 5DT
We have a very cosy, welcoming and laid back bar located on Leith Walk, with lovely huge windows looking out onto lovely Leith Walk.
READ MORE
La Belle Angele
11 Hastie's Close,
Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1HJ
La Belle Angèle is among Edinburgh’s unrivalled Cowgate venues and plays host to corporate events, exhibitions, live performances and the best clubnights Scotland’s capital has to offer.
READ MORE
All Live Music Venues listings in Edinburgh
Sponsored Links
The Royal Mile Tavern
A traditional Scottish public house bursting with charm and character and located on the historical Royal Mile.
READ MORE
Royal British Legion Scotland Edinburgh Central
The Royal British Legion Scotland holds regular entertainment at their Edinburgh Central branch with live music, cabaret lunches and ladies nights.
READ MORE
Whiski Bar & Restaurant
Whiski is a stunning multi award winning whisky bar and restaurant situated on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, full of character and with a brilliant atmosphere!
READ MORE
George IV Bar
Located on the historical George IV Bridge in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, we are a traditional Scottish public house bursting with charm and character.
READ MORE
St Cecilias Hall
The beautiful, elliptical St Cecilia's Hall dates back to 1763, making it the oldest purpose-built concert hall in Scotland.
READ MORE
The Strawberry Barn
The Stawberry Barn is a unique Venue, Café, Farm Shop and Fruit Farm located in the Heart of East Lothian.
READ MORE
Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre
The Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre in the centre of Peebles is the busiest arts venue in the Scottish Borders, staging more than 200 events a year.
READ MORE
Reid Concert Hall
A 218-seat Victorian venue built in 1859, the Reid Concert Hall is an integral part of the Reid School of Music.
READ MORE
Leith Depot
We have a very cosy, welcoming and laid back bar located on Leith Walk, with lovely huge windows looking out onto lovely Leith Walk.
READ MORE
La Belle Angele
La Belle Angèle is among Edinburgh’s unrivalled Cowgate venues and plays host to corporate events, exhibitions, live performances and the best clubnights Scotland’s capital has to offer.
READ MORESponsored Links
Sponsored Links