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Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)

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Venue Type

Conference Centre

City

Edinburgh

Region

Scotland

Standing

5760

theatre

2000

dinner

850

bedrooms

About Venue

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s Exchange District, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) is Scotland’s flagship purpose-built venue for large-scale conferences, exhibitions, and corporate events. Offering over 8,000 m² of flexible space, the EICC combines striking architecture, advanced technology, and award-winning service to deliver world-class events.

From global summits and award dinners to exhibitions and hybrid events, the EICC’s adaptable suites and innovative design make it one of the most technically advanced conference centres in the UK. Its intelligent use of space — including tiered auditoria, moveable floors, and configurable suites — ensures every event is seamless, creative, and high-impact.

Event Spaces

Pentland Suite

Theatre: 1,200 | Divisible into 3 subspaces (600 / 300 / 300)
Features tiered seating, integrated AV, and perfect sightlines for plenary sessions.

Lennox Suite

Arena Mode: 2,000 | Cabaret: 750 | Banqueting: 600
World-first moving-floor technology transforms the layout from flat floor to tiered seating within minutes.

Cromdale Hall

Size: 1,185 m² | Dinner: 850 | Exhibition: 1,000+
Ideal for exhibitions, gala dinners, or large networking receptions.

Lomond Suite

Theatre: 600 | Cabaret: 270 | Classroom: 180
Flexible partitions and integrated presentation tech make it ideal for parallel sessions or training.

Strathblane Hall & Atrium

Combined reception capacity: 850
Open-plan glass architecture, ideal for registration, pre-dinner drinks, or networking.

Breakout & Meeting Rooms

14+ smaller rooms, including Carrick, Galloway, Ochil, Harris, Lammermuir, and Moffat, accommodating between 20–120 delegates depending on configuration.

Facilities and Services

Location and Access

Ideal For

Key Features

Prime city-centre location in Edinburgh’s Exchange District
Over 8,000 m² of total event space across 8 suites and 24 rooms
Max capacity of 5,760 delegates across the entire venue
Pentland Suite: 1,200-seat raked auditorium (divisible into 3 spaces)
Lennox Suite: up to 2,000 guests with unique moving-floor technology
Cromdale Hall: 1,185 m² exhibition / banqueting space for up to 850 diners
Lomond Suite: flexible layout for 600 theatre / 270 cabaret
2 large reception areas — Atrium & Strathblane Hall — for registration and networking
Full technical production support: AV, hybrid streaming, staging, and lighting
Green Meetings accredited venue with sustainability at its core
Within walking distance of hotels, rail stations, and tram connections

Why Hire

The EICC is more than just a venue — it’s a world-class conference destination. With flexible spaces, exceptional service, and cutting-edge design, it adapts to every event format, from board meetings to 2,000-delegate plenaries.

Its technical infrastructure enables flawless hybrid and broadcast events, while the central location in Edinburgh — one of Europe’s most beautiful and accessible cities — ensures convenience for both UK and international delegates.

Sustainability is integral to its operations, with the EICC committed to achieving net-zero by 2030. The in-house team provides comprehensive event management, catering, and AV production, delivering creative, professional experiences in one of the UK’s most prestigious venues.