Conference & Meeting Venue near Edinburgh

Such a relaxed atmosphere was provided and that enabled us to create exactly the meeting I wanted. From a business point of view it was a huge success.

Alliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Feedback from visitors suggests that Winton Castle is considered one of the most inspiring conferences and meeting venues in the Edinburgh area.

As Winton Castle is just half an hour away from Edinburgh and Edinburgh Airport, it is ideally suited for businesses in Scotland and further afield.

The conference facilities combine flexible layouts and modern technology despite its grandeur:

6 unique rooms to hold business meetings and conferences for 4 to 130 people.
Ample space for break-out sessions.
Inspirational rooms for brainstorming and strategy sessions.
Wi-fi and presentation screens.
Acres of surrounding Estate available for team-building activities.
Delicious home-cooked buffet and sandwich lunch options.
Afternoon tea with home baking.

Perfect for strategy sessions and board meetings

Winton Castle’s grand but relaxed ambience and its magnificent country setting, make it a perfect space for strategy sessions and encouraging free flowing creative thinking and inspiration. Read how German visitors Escaped to the Castle for Some Inspiration.

“AGCO chose Winton Castle for our conference because we wanted a traditional Scottish venue which would provide a relaxed and informal atmosphere. We were keen for AGCO to experience a fabulous Highland Games and amazing food, all in a stunning location,” said Sasha Martin.

Here’s a case study on AGCO’S international sales conference at Winton Castle which combined meetings with Highland Games, whisky tasting, BBQ and gala dinner.

A private meeting venue

The castle is one of the most private meeting venues near Edinburgh, ideal for board meetings and company conferences.

The Drawing Room provides a range of flexible options for conferences and meetings. It was designed to hold large gatherings, and conveniently inter-links with the King Charles Room, Cabinet Room, Dining Room, Octagon, and Vaulted Cellar.

Meetings and conferences with overnight stays

Why not combine your meeting or conference with an overnight stay? Winton Castle near Edinburgh is a world away from your busy office. As an exclusive use venue, it will be all yours for the duration of your stay.

Residential conferences are particularly popular for groups of 10 to 30. We regularly welcome guests from the financial, drinks, utility, vehicle and technology sectors.

Up to 16 visitors can stay in the castle (with sharing) and a further 30 in our three 4* and 5* self-catering country houses nearby. See more in Accommodation.

Do you have a limited budget?

If you have a more limited budget, you could consider hiring one of our country houses or the Potting Shed for your meeting or conference.

Why not include some activities?

You can mix meetings with some of Winton’s activities like clay pigeon shooting, whisky or wine and Champagne tasting, croquet or a Winton Highland Games.

Some activities will help you build up an appetite for one of Winton’s delicious dinners, lovingly prepared by one of our award-winning chefs.