The Grand Hall

The magnificent Grand Hall, steeped in history is the largest room within The Merchants House. A variety of events can be hosted here, including both cabaret and theatre style conferences, meetings and lectures, boardroom meetings, an AGM. Integral or stand alone exhibition space, lavish dinners, elegant weddings up to 120 people.
Hire all three of our versatile first floor rooms for larger events and private celebrations.

Specifications

Theatre (maximum 200)
Cabaret (maximum 120)
Boardroom (maximum 50)
Dinner/ Retirement, wedding celebration
Lectures/ talks/ integral exhibition space
1st floor location
Lift access (restricted width, please contact for further information)
14m x 9m x9m (LxWxH)
Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi
1 x projector and screen
Flip chart, paper and pens
Lectern and static microphone
PA system
AV technician (pre-booking essential)
In house catering packages to suit your specifications

Enquiry Form

Layout	Capacity
Theatre	200
Cabaret	120
Drinks & Canapes	180
Dinner	120

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Powder Room

An intimate space located on the second floor of the Merchants House, especially created to accommodate one to one meetings/ interviews. Changing area for guest speakers. Private room for all of our wedding couples when you just need that 'time out' moment!
Committee Room

Overlooking George Square the Committee room is encircled by natural daylight. Steeped in history it is situated on the ground floor and offers accessibility to all. This space is ideal for boardroom meetings, theatre style presentations, and cabaret set up for group discussions and interactive training. Pre-dinner drinks and canape reception, or intimate dinners can be accommodated too.
Lord Dean's Room

The Lord Dean’s Room wows with its intimate atmosphere. It is a breathtakingly elegant space. Ideal for private meetings, additional conference break out room space, speakers room or green room. Suitable for pre- dinner drinks receptions and/or intimate dinner. The floor to ceiling stained glass window depicts the scene in 1605 when the Letter of Guildry formalised the affairs of The Merchants House.
Directors Room

An elegant addition to any event. The Directors room is awash with period features, including our striking white marble fireplace and golden wallpaper. It creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It is ideal for many events, from smaller conferences, theatre style presentations, additional break out rooms, to pre- dinner drinks receptions, intimate dinners, wedding and memorial ceremonies, and evening wedding reception party space.