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From high-tech modern venues to historic castles , Scotland has something for all events
cotland has a sharp focus where its business travel and events sector is concerned . There is no shortage of unique venues and stunning vistas . While Edinburgh and Glasgow are two of Europe ’ s most popular destinations , don ’ t be afraid to look further out into the Highlands . Castles , golf resorts and stately homes can make for the ultimate conference or event venue .
Conference Centres There are several major dedicated conference and event centres which organisers would be advised to consider . In Glasgow , the
Scottish Event Campus ( SEC ) is a self-contained events resort on the banks of the Clyde . Made up of the SSE Hydro , SEC Armadillo and Lomond Auditorium , the SEC can hold up to 12,000 delegates .
The Edinburgh International Conference Centre ( EICC ) is located in the heart of the city . Its facilities include the world-class Lennox Suite with its innovative rotating floor , transforming the space at the touch of a button with space for 2,000 delegates . The tiered Pentland Suite auditorium can hold up to 1,200 people .
P & J Live is Scotland ’ s newest events venue . Located in Aberdeen , its boasts world-class
Below left : SEC , Glasgow Below : Stirling Castle conference and exhibition facilities for organisers and delegates . The venue has 48,000sqm of multi-purpose event space , including seven conference suites , three exhibition halls , 11 meeting rooms and a 15,000-capacity arena .
The contemporary Perth Concert Hall is in the centre of Perth . The flexible spaces can easily cater for conferences up to 1,200 delegates as well as a range of smaller meetings and receptions .
Castles A castle can be a great choice for a conference or event that dares to be different . Glenapp Castle can be found in the heart of the Ayrshire countryside and is ideal for more intimate incentive travel and events .
The 16th Century Stirling Castle has been immaculately kept and is perhaps best suited to banquet dinners and similar events , while Castle Fraser , just 35-minutes outside of Aberdeen , can hold dinners for up to 70 guests .
Edinburgh Castle is perhaps one of the most renowned in the entire UK , and has been the setting for some of the most important events in British history .
Resorts A trip to Scotland wouldn ’ t be complete without a round of golf . There is no shortage of golf resorts , ranging from Trump Turnberry to Meldrum House Country Hotel and Golf Course . Located in the Perthshire countryside , Dunkeld House has conference space for up to 200 people and offers team-building activities such as 4x4 driving .
Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club , meanwhile , sits within 1,000 acres of land on the outskirts of Edinburgh , boasting 215 bedrooms , an 18-hole golf course , and views out over the Forth Bridges . www . conference-news . co . uk