O2 Academy Edinburgh
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11 Newmarket Road
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
EH14 1RJ
0131 477 3500
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O2 Academy Edinburgh description
Hotel / Conference Centre / Exhibition Space / Party Venue / Wedding Venue / Funerals and Wakes / Business Meeting Rooms
Extra Large (300+)
Our dedicated team of event experts have made us the go-to venue when you’re looking for a conference, meeting, exhibition, dinner or special occasion in Edinburgh. As a former Corn Exchange, this unique listed building in Edinburgh’s original agricultural quarter, has been reborn as the ultimate venue for every style of event.
Consisting of six distinct spaces that can work independently or as a seamless, multi-room format, with the option to book one space or the entire venue for exclusive use, with natural light, private entrances, and unique character.
Delegates and clients will be catered for by Saltire Hospitality, who offer a selection of nutritious and innovative options, from a healthy working lunch to a hot fork buffet, to a stunning 3 course meal.
Venue suitability
This venue is suitable for the following uses:
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Venue facilities
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Other venue facilities
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Explore the rooms this venue has for hire by expanding the sections below.
Edinburgh’s largest purpose built banqueting space can now be transformed, creating different atmospheres and almost any shade or colour. Not to forget our roof projection system that offers truly unique branding and presentation opportunities.
The Exchange is a flexible and spacious “blank canvas” allowing for creative exhibitions, conferences, concerts, dinners and special events.
Capacity
As meeting room:
850
For dining:
900
As theatre:
1500
For a reception:
2000
28m x 49m
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Featuring a stunning star cloth surround, original wooden flooring and atmospheric coloured roof lighting The Baron lends itself perfectly to a wide range of events.
Ideal for a company dinner dance or the perfect wedding venue, it can be transformed at the touch of a button into a sparkling and vibrant setting.
Yes equally as suitable for a conference or exhibition when the room is transformed into a light and bright space.
Capacity
As meeting room:
250
For dining:
300
As theatre:
400
For dancing:
200
For a reception:
500
23m x 30m
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The Bistro Cottage features three distinct areas that work equally well together or separately, plus a private decking area which is popular for barbeques and drinks receptions.
Capacity
As meeting room:
50
For dining:
60
As theatre:
70
For dancing:
100
For a reception:
150
7m x 11m
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The Newmarket is filled with natural light, high ceilings, built in screen, projector and air conditioning.
Yet the black out blinds and atmospheric coloured lighting make the room an intimate party space for those special celebrations.
Capacity
As meeting room:
100
For dining:
80
As theatre:
100
For dancing:
80
For a reception:
100
11m x 12m
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