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Dinner in Hawthornden Court

Hawthornden Court and Kingdom of the Scots

Available for dinners and receptions, Hawthornden Court and the adjoining Kingdom of the Scots Gallery at the National Museum of Scotland offer exciting possibilities for entertaining in majestic surroundings.

Hawthornden Court can accommodate up to 300 guests for a drinks reception or 120 guests for a small dinner, however when used in conjunction with the Kingdom of the Scots gallery, groups of up to 700 guests can be accommodated for drinks receptions. The gallery covers the period when Scotland evolved as a nation, becoming a recognised independent state and a force in Europe and offers guests a wonderful opportunity to explore Scotland's fascinating past with a glass of champagne in hand.

Capacity

Dinner - 120 guests
Drinks Reception - 700 guests
Fork Buffet - 250 guests
Theatre Style - 175 guests

Uses

Product launches, dinners, receptions, weddings, presentations, film and TV location filming.

Photo gallery

Click on the images below to see Hawthornden Court laid out for a variety of events.

Dinner at Hawthornden Court Drinks reception at Hawthornden Court Weddings in Hawthornden Court

Further information

View the Hawthornden Court floorplan online.

Find out more by browsing our Venue Hire at National Museums Scotland brochure.

Who to contact

For further information follow the link to our hospitality and events contact page.

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