Edinburgh Conference and Incentive - 100 guests
Suggested Hotels
Radisson SAS Hotel 4* de luxe
Located in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre on the historic Royal Mile, the Radisson SAS Hotel is located halfway between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Close to Waverley railway station and the principal shopping area in Princes Street it offers the ideal place to stay for business as well as leisure travellers.
- The 238 rooms and suites are fully equipped with amenities expected of a first class hotel.
- All residential guests have complimentary access to Evolve Leisure Club with swimming pool and gym. Guests can also book wellness treatments such as massages and facials.
The Carlton Hotel 4* de luxe
- The Carlton award-winning designers have added rich colours and comfortable furnishings in contemporary designs to ensure your stay away from home is as enjoyable as possible.
- The comfortable Bridge Restaurant provides a relaxing atmosphere for dining while the wide-ranging Bodysense health & leisure club is free to use during your stay. Take advantage of a quick dip in the pool or an energetic workout in the extensive fitness suite.
Dinner at a nearby Restaurant
The Grain Store, Victoria Street
"...Edinburgh has many Scottish-French hybrid restaurants, but this is definitely one of the more successful ones. Take one of the window tables in this romantic candle-lit restaurant and observe the bustling, cobbled Victoria Street below. Starters are typically seafood dishes or salads. For your main course expect a wide choice including game, beef, fish and veggie options. A visit to this revered eatery is a journey into a world of beautifully prepared and presented cuisine, with an alluring backdrop." WGUIDES
"....The inclusive dinner menu is cracking value; the wine list covers all bases from sensible to decadent. One of Edinburgh's genuine gems." THE SCOTSMAN
After dinner, take a gentle 10-15 minute stroll down Victoria Street back to the hotel, while reminiscing on the enjoyments of a wonderful dinner in a memorable setting.
Afternoon Walking Tour
The secrets of the Royal Mile (11/2 hours)
best way to explore the Old Town of Edinburgh! Hidden closes, courtyards and gardens are explored and their stories dramatically revealed to bring Edinburgh's glorious past to life...
Encompassing also: The Vaults Tour (1/2 hour)
Abandoned for nearly 200 years... historic, candlelit vaults beneath Edinburgh's South Bridge take you back in time... Guides with a local and historical knowledge of the City will conduct the tours.
Reception and Gala Dinner Options
Hopetoun House
Hopetoun is one of Scotland's finest Georgian houses whose sumptuous and graceful apartments never fail to leave a lasting impression. You can be assured of attention to detail, culinary excellence and superior and imaginative service at Hopetoun.
The Scottish Gala Evening
The Reception - On Arrival
Guests are welcomed on arrival at the imposing front steps by the House Piper. The magnificent State Apartments are open for guests to explore while champagne and canapés are served throughout by uniformed staff. A Gaelic harp entertains in the Red Drawing Room and knowledgeable guides are on hand to provide information about the paintings, furniture and objets d'art. Following the reception, the Piper leads guests to the Adam Ballroom with its beautiful crystal chandeliers and seventeenth century Aubusson tapestries for a candlelit Scottish banquet.
The Banquet - Dinner is Served...
Guests enter the Ballroom via the Entrance Hall past a roaring log fire and beautiful display of fresh flowers. A mouth watering, distinctly Scottish menu features the very best fresh, local produce. Each table is dressed with smart navy and white linen, white napkins, two silver candelabra and one floral table centre in the colour of your choice. Matching navy seat covers with white cord ties, table menu cards and floral displays for the room are also included.
Meanwhile...
A Scottish country-dance band plays background music during dinner. The Haggis is piped in, ceremoniously "addressed" in the manner of Burns, and presented to the Host who enjoys a dram with the Piper and Chef. After dinner the Hopetoun House Dancers perform traditional Highland and Scottish country dancing and encourage the guests to join in. The evening ends with the traditional end to a party in Scotland - the singing of Auld Lang Syne.
Oxenfoord Castle
Oxenfoord Castle is a unique location, with the benefit of being yours exclusively from the moment you arrive until you leave. Beautifully situated in the midst of glorious park and woodland, the Castle is located just 12 miles from Edinburgh.
The original core of the castle is the old tower of the MacGills, and was inherited by Lady Dalrymple in 1779. A year later, Sir John Dalrymple commissioned Robert Adam to enlarge the tower in his 'Castle Style' with corner turrets and intermediate bow windows mainly in three stories.
The interior of the principle floor boasts a Library and Drawing Room on the south side of the "most magnificence" and a Dining Room to the west with carved woodwork dating from 1750 and an ornate Robert Adam ceiling.
A traditional Scottish evening along the lines already described for Hopetoun House above can be prepared or an alternative programme offered according to your wishes and budget. To finish the evening a full "Beating of Retreat" with Pipes and Drums can be arranged in the grounds in front of the Castle.
Our Opinion
Both these "lived in" homes have the benefit of being able to dine your 100 guests inside, within one of their historic rooms, as opposed to a marquee in the grounds and are conveniently located within 30-40 minutes drive by coach from the centre of Edinburgh. Both are splendid venues although, as the name implies, Oxenfoord better meets your desire for a castle, Hopetoun House being more of a stately home. In our opinion also, we believe Oxenfoord offers slightly better value for money.
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