VENUE HIRE

CONTENTS
venue hire

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full venue takeover

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A VENUE FOR EVERYONe 

4event packages

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event space overview

5catering25

Label studio

6experiences26

learning for life academy 9gifting29

1820 rooftop bar

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Location30

the blue room

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Contact31

Explorers’ Bothy Bar18

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venue hire AT

johnnie walker

princes street

Whether you’re entertaining, learning or celebrating,our landmark city centre location, coupled with the mostspectacular views of Edinburgh Castle, means your next
event is guaranteed to be unforgettable.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street is an immersive eight-floor whisky
experience offering immersive tours, unique and beautiful spaces ready forbusiness and pleasure, and sensational drams. We’re not just here for whisky
drinkers though, we’re also here for those looking to try something new.
Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, against the backdrop of thefamous castle, our remarkable brand home was purpose-built to deliverworld-class experiences and events. We are proud to have been crowned theWorld’s leading Spirit Experience and have earned a Green Tourism GoldAward for sustainable practices.
Each space has been designed to impress, from the incredible skyline viewsin our Label Studio and two world-class rooftop bars to the modern hub ofmixology in our Learning of Life Academy. Each is entirely customisable andfully equipped with the latest technology, including high-quality sound andlighting, superfast WI-FI and high-performance AV systems.
From our passionate bartenders and expert guides to our talented
performance artists and brilliant retail staff, our dedicated team will
guarantee your event runs smoothly.

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a venue foreveryoneRight from the beginning, it was our aim
to make Johnnie Walker Princes Street anexperience that was truly accessible for all.

Making this a reality is our incredible team, always on handto support guests and committed to working with ‘Euan’s Guide’
to ensure we meet the highest industry standards for accessibility.
We are proud to have also been awarded a Green
Tourism Gold certification, recognising our dedication
to sustainability and the environment.
On top of all that, we have also ensured that our drinks menu has
something for everyone. You won’t just find the best whiskies but
also a carefully curated mix of cocktails, spirits, liqueurs, winesand beers, along with an enticing array of mocktails and soft drinks.
If you’re looking for a flexible, dynamic venue with spectacular
views, top facilities and world class catering, then look no further.

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Event space& Capacity overview
dimensions
SPACE

capacity
TOTAL AREA

HEIGHTLENGTH

WIDTH

seatedstanding

theatre style round tablecabaretboardroom

LABEL STUDIO

205m2

3.2m

19.75m

10.64m

120

180

130

12060

-learning for life academy

114m2

2.87m

7.32m

10.82m

-

30-

-

-

101820 rooftop bar

152m2

3.04m

26.2m

12.64m

5080

-

-

-

-

the blue room

24m2

3.3m

5.93m

4.07m

12-

-

-

-

-

explorers’ bothy

172.4m2

3.9m

13.8m

12.5m

4260

-

-

-

-

Capacity is a guide subject to your event set up
requirements T&C’s apply.

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Label studio
The largest of our event spaces, theLabel Studio offers unrivalled viewsof Edinburgh’s iconic castle, superfast
WiFi, hi-spec lighting and AV equipment.
Located on the 4th floor, it can be adaptedto accommodate up to 180 guests forevents as wide and varied as productlaunches, brand activations, art exhibitions,
live music, photoshoots, screenings,
fashion shows and press conferences.

Standing

180

Theatre style

130

Round table

120

cabaret60*Capacities subject to change dependent on the need for equipment/stages/dressing.

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Label StudioSpecifications

LIFT 4205m2
3.2m
19.75m
10.64mFIRE
ESCAPE

MAIN
STAIR

LIFT 1

LIFT 2LIFT 3

FIRE
ESCAPEKITCHENSUPPORT

FIRE EXIT

LIFT LOBBYEVENT SPACE
FOYER

WC

LEARNING FOR
LIFE ACADEMYLABEL STUDIO

MALE WCTECH
AREA

19.75M

Total Area
ceiling height
Lengthwidth

KITCHENSUPPORTBAR
FIRE
ESCAPE

FEMALE WCWC

10.64M

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Learning for Life Academy
The Learning for Life Academy is a hub of innovation and creativity – acontemporary space that offers versatility and a range of customisable options
on our fourth floor. It can be adapted to provide an intimate workshop space, aplace for drinks receptions or act as an annex to the Label Studio next door.

Standing30

boardroom

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Learning forLife Academy
Specifications
Total Area
ceiling heightLengthwidth

KITCHENSUPPORT
LIFT 4FIRE
ESCAPE

114m
2.87m
7.32m
10.82m2

LIFT 1MAIN
STAIR

LIFT 2LIFT 3FIRE
ESCAPEKITCHENSUPPORTFIRE EXIT

LIFT LOBBYEVENT SPACE
FOYER

WC

LEARNING FOR LIFE ACADEMYLABEL STUDIO

MALE WC
TECH
AREA

7.32M
BAR

FEMALE WC

FIRE
ESCAPEWC

10.82M

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1820 Rooftop bar
With unrivalled skyline views overlooking thecastle, outdoor seating, locally sourced cuisineand carefully crafted whisky cocktails, there is nosetting anywhere in Edinburgh quite like our 1820
rooftop bar.
Available for exclusive hire for private events, thisvenue will deliver the wow factor you’re looking forand is the ideal spot to indulge in world-class foodand drink.

STANDING

80

Seated50
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1820
r0oftop bar
specifications
152m2
3.04m
26.2m
12.64mLIFT 1

LIFT 3

Fire
ESCAPE

LIFT 2WC

TheBlue Room

MAIN
STAIR
LIFT LOBBYFIREESCAPE

BAR

Explorers’
Bothy Bar

1820 BAR

26.2M

Total Area
ceiling height
Lengthwidth

FIRE ESCAPE

FEMALE WC
BAR
MALE WCTERRACE

12.64M

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PAGE 14THE BLUE ROOM
Our intimate private dining area is perfect for VIPgroups, with exquisite views and marvellous foodand drinks.
Offering floor-to-ceiling views of Edinburgh Castle
and beyond, with seating for up to 12 people, The
Blue Room is included with exclusive hire of the1820 rooftop bar and terrace, or it can be booked
on its own for smaller events.

SEATED

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4.07Mthe blue room
Specifications
24m
3.3m
5.93m
4.07m
2

Fire
ESCAPE

LIFT 25.93M

LIFT 1

LIFT 3WC

TheBlue RoomMAIN
STAIR
LIFT LOBBYBARTotal Areaceiling height
Lengthwidth

FIRE ESCAPE

1820
BAR

FEMALE WC

Explorers’Bothy Bar

MALE WCTERRACE

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explorers’ bothy bar
Swap ordinary for extraordinary in this cosy
rooftop bar. Enjoy cocktails with a creative twist,
crafted and served by our expert mixologists or
indulge in our bespoke experience, Stir, where twoMichelin-star chefs designed a menu to ignite yoursenses with an incredible combination of flavours.
Perfect for private functions, brand activations, orreception events, this space can be hired exclusivelyto give your guests an extraordinary experience.

STANDING

60

Seated42
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Explorers’ Bothy
Bar Specifications

LIFT 1

LIFT 3172.4m2
3.9m
13.8m
12.5m

Fire
ESCAPE

LIFT 2

WC

TheBlue Room

MAIN
STAIR
LIFT LOBBYFIREESCAPE

1820
BAR

Explorers’
Bothy Bar
FEMALE WC

13.8M

Total Area
ceiling height
Lengthwidth

FIRE ESCAPE

BAR
MALE WCTERRACE
12.5M

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FULL VENUE
takeoverExclusive hire.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street is the perfect spot
to blow your guests away with breath-taking
views of Edinburgh, state-of-the-art facilities, andan incredible experiential retail space. You evenhave the freedom to customise key touchpoints
throughout the venue - such as digital
screens, outdoor lighting or even a complete
atrium takeover – to magnify your event.
If you’re planning a larger-scale event, speak to
our team about how you can create a uniqueexperience across eight floors of our building.

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Label Studio Event PackageS
Host an unforgettable event overlooking Edinburgh Castle
with a tailor-made events packages.
Drinks Reception Package
Min 60 persons, max 180 standing
Soak up the views with world-class cocktails andsensational catering with a reception event yourguests won’t forget.

Daily Delegate Rate Package
Min 60 persons, max 120 seated
There’s no better space to host your next meeting,conference or training session than our LabelStudio event space. Our DDR package includes
modern facilities, delicious refreshments, and afantastic lunch.

Minimum numbers apply. Have something special in mind?
Our Events Team would be delighted to discuss bespoke
packages tailored to your unique needs and preferences.

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enhance
your event
If you want to make your event one your guests will neverforget, you can add world-class catering, our five-star
Journey of Flavour experience, or personalised gifts foryour guests to take home.

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CATERING
Food and drink lie at the heart of everything
we do at Johnnie Walker Princes Street.
Our Scottish roots are evident in all our menus, which have beencreated with fresh, vibrant and locally sourced ingredients.
Our in-house catering team will work with every client on an
individual basis to deliver a flawless, world-class experiencethat is sure to delight and inspire your guests.
From small-bite cuisine created with great chefs’ flair to inventive
whisky dinners conceived by culinary artists and ingenious whiskymasters, this is about exciting, future-thinking food.

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experiences
Add a new dimension to your event with our rangeof whisky experiences. Each offers something
completely unique, giving you the chance toimpress your guests on a whole new level.

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Johnnie walker
journey offlavour
Add a new dimension to your event –this immersive, interactive, full-sensory
experience uses light and special effects
unlike anything ever seen in Scotland.
Embark on our signature five star whisky tour and join us onan epic sensory journey like no other. Uncover the story ofJohnnie Walker, discover your personal flavour profile andenjoy three delicious cocktails tailor made to your tastebuds.

Enjoy three tailored whisky cocktails withnon-alcoholic options also available
duration: 1.5 hrs
max capacity: 22
TOURS DEPART REGULARLY AND WE CAN ADJUST TO YOUR SCHEDULE ON
REQUEST. AUDIO GUIDES ARE AVAILABLE IN FRENCH, SPANISH, GERMAN AND
MANDARIN, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. IF YOU HAVE ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE
REQUESTS PLEASE ENQUIRE.
BOOK HERE

Note: this tour is highly immersive and uses a combinationof light, media, music, sensory moments and special
effects that may not be suitable for all audiences.

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EXPERIENCESWHISKY EXPLORERS AT THE EXPLORERS’ BOTHY

Johnnie & The Chocolatierwhisky makers’ cellar tasting experienceLed by one of the whisky specialists in our Explorers’ Bothy bar,
this sensory tasting experience offers a curated exploration ofScotland’s liquid landscape, with 5 extraordinary expressions
from iconic whisky regions like Islay, the Highlands andSpeyside, each matured for a minimum of 12 years.

Indulge in a guided tasting journey from our whisky experts, featuring
four iconic Johnnie Walker drams, each perfectly paired with a decadent
luxury chocolate truffle, created by Iain Burnett, the Highland Chocolatier.
Your experience will culminate with a dram of the highly soughtafter John Walker & Sons King George V, which includes some of therarest whiskies from irreplaceable casks from Port Ellen Distillery.

Designed specifically for whisky connoisseurs andheld in our underground cellar, this unparalleledexperience offers you the chance to taste exceptional
whiskies direct from our private casks, as well as
exclusive Johnnie Walker expressions created righthere at Princes Street by our master makers.

book here

DURATION: 1 hrbook here

DURATION: 1.5 HRS

book here

DURaTION: 1.5 HRS

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GIFTING
INSPIRATION

Our whisky emporium gives your guests thechance to take home more than just memories.
From personalised bottles to bespoke travel
items for overseas visitors, we offer a huge
range of retail purchases that can add toyour experience.
Gift bottles can be engraved with the name of your event,
your company, or even the name of each attendee.
What’s more, your guests can pinpoint their perfect whiskywith our innovative and interactive flavour mapping
service – available via our tablets on the shop floor.
Our Events Team will be happy to help you find thebest options for you, your budget, and your guests.

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PRINCES STREETJohnnie Walker Princes Street ishighly accessible wherever yourguests are coming from. With
excellent air, road and rail routes,
it’s really easy to get here.

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We’re located in the heart of Edinburgh’s west
end and our central location makes travellinggreen easy. We’re just a 15-minute walk from both
Haymarket and Waverley Station. And if you’re
coming from Edinburgh Airport, we’re just 30
minutes away via tram or the Airlink bus.

NATIONAL MUSEUMOF SCOTLAND

145 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 4BL
Place of interest
District
Transport link

Haymarket Station:

0.5 miles

Princes Street Gardens: 0.1 miles

Festival Square: 0.2 miles

Edinburgh Castle: 0.6 miles

City Chambers:

0.8 miles

Shandwick Place Tram Stop: 0.1 miles

Grassmarket: 0.6 miles

Waverley Station: 0.8 miles

Princes Street Tram Stop: 0.4 miles

National Museum of Scotland:  0.9 miles

Scott Monument: 0.6 miles

St Andrews’ Square Tram Stop:  0.8 miles

Edinburgh Bus Station: 0.9 miles

Ross Fountain: 0.2 miles

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getin touch
To find out how we can help bring yourevent to life, from concept to reality,
contact the events team at:www.johnniewalkerprincesstreet.com@ johnnie-walker-princes-street@ johnniewalkerprincesstreet
www.facebook.com/JohnnieWalker
JWPSeventsenquiries@diageo.com

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