The Underground Bar at Royal Scots Club

Event Space in a Hotel · Private space

  4 reviews  – 
29-31 Abercromby Place, The Royal Scots Club, Edinburgh, EH3 6QE
New Town, Edinburgh

About this space

Located on floor B4 of The Royal Scots Club, The Underground Bar is a tastefully decorated and comfortable rustic bar with a variety of facilities suitable for a range of events.

Host your team away day, a friend's birthday party, work night out with live music, or a pub quiz with your best mates. Seating includes cushioned booths, high stool tables, and cushioned benches. A full-service bar, fast WiFi, and lift accessibility. Hosting a meeting? We provide everything you need for a successful meeting in a unique environment.

Facilities
Fully stocked bar with draught beer, lager, bottled beers, wines, spirits, mixers, soft drinks and a full cocktail list
Capacity – up to 40 pax seated, 60 standing
Air conditioning
Wireless music
Wi-Fi
Stage (on request)
LCD screen
Flip Charts available


Event offers and packages

Package per person

Our Christmas party packages are now available and include:
Celebrate Christmas a little more casually with our ‘Cocktails and Canapes’ package in our newly furnished Underground Bar. Choose from our list of delicious bespoke Christmas-themed cocktails and mouthwatering canapes in our cosy new addition! Ideal for office parties, family get-togethers, and nights out to celebrate with friends, you’ll love the atmosphere and versatility of this bar.
Suitable for up to 20 attendees.

£450 minimum spend from 29/11/24 - 06/01/25, Mon - Thurs. Weekends subject to availability.

Wine Tasting Masterclass - £35pp
Put your taste buds to the test with a Wine Tasting Masterclass from our friends at Great Grog this Christmas. Enjoy an expertly curated selection of wines from around the world in one of our elegant Club Rooms. Invite your friends or coworkers for a delicious night out. Suitable for up to 40 attendees in The Underground Bar and 90 attendees in our larger suites.

Bookings and deposits are required 3 weeks in advance.
Subject to availability and terms and conditions.

Whisky Tasting Masterclass – £52pp
Explore our range of Whisky from around Scotland in the comfort of The Royal Scots Club. Our in-house Whisky expert will take you on a delectable malt tour including our brand new Royal Scots Club Whisky. Ideal for groups of friends and clients you’re looking to treat this festive season. Suitable for up to 16 attendees.

Bookings and deposits are required 3 weeks in advance.
Subject to availability and terms and conditions.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £350 hire fee per day
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Members of The Royal Scots Club receive 30% off room hire and 10% off food sales. Members receive an additional £100 refund on room hire when bar sales are over £750. These conditions apply to active Members of The Royal Scots Club only.

Private Hire
£300.00 for a 12 pm-4 pm or a 6 pm-12 midnight
£600.00 for 12-12
Minimum spend – on food or drink £600, either pre-booked or over the bar by way of bar sales.
Sandwich & wrap platter, crisps - £12.00 pp (incl. vegetarian options)
Charcuterie & cheese boards with pickles and French bread - £15.00 pp (vegetarian option available)
Beefburgers & Hot Dogs, fried onions, coleslaw, cheese slices, relish, yellow mustard and French fries £15.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Hot Chafing dish with chilli con carne, rice, sour cream and crushed nachos - £18.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £350 hire fee per day
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Members of The Royal Scots Club receive 30% off room hire and 10% off food sales. Members receive an additional £100 refund on room hire when bar sales are over £750. These conditions apply to active Members of The Royal Scots Club only.

Private Hire
£300.00 for a 12 pm-4 pm or a 6 pm-12 midnight
£600.00 for 12-12
Minimum spend – on food or drink £600, either pre-booked or over the bar by way of bar sales.
Sandwich & wrap platter, crisps - £12.00 pp (incl. vegetarian options)
Charcuterie & cheese boards with pickles and French bread - £15.00 pp (vegetarian option available)
Beefburgers & Hot Dogs, fried onions, coleslaw, cheese slices, relish, yellow mustard and French fries £15.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Hot Chafing dish with chilli con carne, rice, sour cream and crushed nachos - £18.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £350 hire fee per day
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Members of The Royal Scots Club receive 30% off room hire and 10% off food sales. Members receive an additional £100 refund on room hire when bar sales are over £750. These conditions apply to active Members of The Royal Scots Club only.

Private Hire
£300.00 for a 12 pm-4 pm or a 6 pm-12 midnight
£600.00 for 12-12
Minimum spend – on food or drink £600, either pre-booked or over the bar by way of bar sales.
Sandwich & wrap platter, crisps - £12.00 pp (incl. vegetarian options)
Charcuterie & cheese boards with pickles and French bread - £15.00 pp (vegetarian option available)
Beefburgers & Hot Dogs, fried onions, coleslaw, cheese slices, relish, yellow mustard and French fries £15.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Hot Chafing dish with chilli con carne, rice, sour cream and crushed nachos - £18.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £350 hire fee per day
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Members of The Royal Scots Club receive 30% off room hire and 10% off food sales. Members receive an additional £100 refund on room hire when bar sales are over £750. These conditions apply to active Members of The Royal Scots Club only.

Private Hire
£300.00 for a 12 pm-4 pm or a 6 pm-12 midnight
£600.00 for 12-12
Minimum spend – on food or drink £600, either pre-booked or over the bar by way of bar sales.
Sandwich & wrap platter, crisps - £12.00 pp (incl. vegetarian options)
Charcuterie & cheese boards with pickles and French bread - £15.00 pp (vegetarian option available)
Beefburgers & Hot Dogs, fried onions, coleslaw, cheese slices, relish, yellow mustard and French fries £15.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Hot Chafing dish with chilli con carne, rice, sour cream and crushed nachos - £18.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £350 hire fee per day
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Members of The Royal Scots Club receive 30% off room hire and 10% off food sales. Members receive an additional £100 refund on room hire when bar sales are over £750. These conditions apply to active Members of The Royal Scots Club only.

Private Hire
£300.00 for a 12 pm-4 pm or a 6 pm-12 midnight
£600.00 for 12-12
Minimum spend – on food or drink £600, either pre-booked or over the bar by way of bar sales.
Sandwich & wrap platter, crisps - £12.00 pp (incl. vegetarian options)
Charcuterie & cheese boards with pickles and French bread - £15.00 pp (vegetarian option available)
Beefburgers & Hot Dogs, fried onions, coleslaw, cheese slices, relish, yellow mustard and French fries £15.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Hot Chafing dish with chilli con carne, rice, sour cream and crushed nachos - £18.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £350 hire fee per day
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Members of The Royal Scots Club receive 30% off room hire and 10% off food sales. Members receive an additional £100 refund on room hire when bar sales are over £750. These conditions apply to active Members of The Royal Scots Club only.

Private Hire
£300.00 for a 12 pm-4 pm or a 6 pm-12 midnight
£600.00 for 12-12
Minimum spend – on food or drink £600, either pre-booked or over the bar by way of bar sales.
Sandwich & wrap platter, crisps - £12.00 pp (incl. vegetarian options)
Charcuterie & cheese boards with pickles and French bread - £15.00 pp (vegetarian option available)
Beefburgers & Hot Dogs, fried onions, coleslaw, cheese slices, relish, yellow mustard and French fries £15.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Hot Chafing dish with chilli con carne, rice, sour cream and crushed nachos - £18.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £350 hire fee per day
Per afternoon
12:00 – 18:00
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Members of The Royal Scots Club receive 30% off room hire and 10% off food sales. Members receive an additional £100 refund on room hire when bar sales are over £750. These conditions apply to active Members of The Royal Scots Club only.

Private Hire
£300.00 for a 12 pm-4 pm or a 6 pm-12 midnight
£600.00 for 12-12
Minimum spend – on food or drink £600, either pre-booked or over the bar by way of bar sales.
Sandwich & wrap platter, crisps - £12.00 pp (incl. vegetarian options)
Charcuterie & cheese boards with pickles and French bread - £15.00 pp (vegetarian option available)
Beefburgers & Hot Dogs, fried onions, coleslaw, cheese slices, relish, yellow mustard and French fries £15.00pp (vegetarian option available)
Hot Chafing dish with chilli con carne, rice, sour cream and crushed nachos - £18.00pp (vegetarian option available)

Capacity

Standing
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Conference call facilities
Natural light

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction from 22:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Keep the space clean.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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About Royal Scots Club

Welcome to The Royal Scots Club!

The Royal Scots Club is a welcoming private members' club in the heart of one of the world's greatest cities, Edinburgh. Situated within one of the capital's finest Georgian streets, the Royal Scots Club offers that rare combination; the charm of a country house hotel with a cosy club atmosphere. More personal than a hotel, The Club is a perfect home from home to relish the culture and character of Scotland’s capital city.

The Royal Scots Club is open to both members and non-members alike, offering first rate services such as:

* Luxury hotel accommodation
* Corporate event venues
* Wedding reception venues
* Special events facilities
* Exquisite Dining

The Royal Scots Club has 31 individually designed, en-suite bedrooms, traditionally furnished with all the luxury facilities you would expect from a high-class hotel.

The Royal Scots Club is ideally located within one of Edinburgh’s most beautiful areas. With its Georgian architecture and traditional fixtures, the Royal Scots Club truly captures the warmth and character of Scottish country house. The hotel is within walking distance of Waverley train station, which runs regular services throughout Scotland. The Club is also situated with perfect access to all major bus routes.

Time is precious; spend it wisely at The Royal Scots Club, Edinburgh.


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