The Gatehouse Experience
Savour exceptional Scottish cuisine in an intimate setting perched above the iconic drawbridge, within the Gatehouse of Edinburgh Castle, overlooking the Esplanade where the Show unfolds. You'll be welcomed into the historic Gatehouse with champagne and canapes. Then, savour a three-course dining experience before our team escorts you to your seats within the Royal Gallery.
price from
£830
Times
Monday to Friday: 6.15pm for the 9.30pm performance
Saturdays: 3.45pm for the 6.15pm performance
Key facts
Champagne and canapés served on arrival
A three-course meal with wine
A host to escort you from the Gatehouse to your seat
Skip the queue and make a grand entrance across the Castle Drawbridge before the Show begins
A VIP seat in The Royal Gallery
Invitation to our drinks and canapé reception held after the Show, featuring Glenfiddich and Innis and Gunn
Bespoke Royal Gallery keepsake
A copy of our souvenir Show programme
What your package includes
Dine in Edinburgh Castle's intimate 19th Century Castle Gatehouse overlooking the Esplanade, with a premium dining experience paired with wine.
For an unforgettable evening, you and fellow guests will have exclusive use of the Castle Gatehouse until it’s time to make your way through the great oak doors of the Castle drawbridge and onto the Esplanade to take your seats in The Royal Gallery.
It is important to note that this package includes walking on cobbles. Due to the unique location, the Castle Gatehouse is accessed via a narrow spiral staircase. If you have any questions about accessibility or additional enquiries, please contact hospitality@edintattoo.co.uk.
Please be aware, The Royal Gallery dress code is strictly Dress Uniform, National Dress, Evening Dress, or Business Attire. Jeans, short trousers, and sport shoes are not permitted. The dress code reflects the VIP status of The Royal Gallery that regularly plays host to guests including British Royalty, foreign Heads of State, and senior politicians, and military personnel.
Please note, we reserve the right to refuse entry for non-compliance with the dress code.
Children under 16 years are not permitted within the Royal Gallery.
Whilst the Royal Gallery is under cover, it is open to the front, so we ask that you bring a warm layer. Tartan blankets are also provided.
This is a mixed dining experience and guests will be seated at shared tables for dinner.
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