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Fàilte, Ceud Mìle Fàilte
(Welcome)
We are delighted that you are considering Ghille Dhu for your forthcoming event.
A beautifully restored Grade A listed building which showcases all the traditional
features of what was originally the St Thomas Episcopal Church. With an enviable
location tucked in at the West End of the city centre, we are a short distance from
Haymarket Train Station and directly opposite all major bus routes.
Awarded Best Small Venue at the Scottish Event Awards two years running, we
pride ourselves on the quality of catering and service provided. The main auditorium
located on the first floor at Ghille Dhu is a breath-taking architectural setting ideally
suited for a range of events. Ghillie Dhu benefits from a dedicated and experienced
Events Team who are poised to guide your event from enquiry right through to
completion. Our Executive Chef has created a variety of mouth-watering menus from
the best produce that Scotland’s larder can offer.
For more information and offers visit ghillie-dhu.co.uk.
2 Rutland Place, Edinburgh, EH2 1AD
0131 222 9930 | ghillie-dhu.co.uk/contact Auditorium
High vaulted ceilings are complimented by candlelit chandeliers, luxurious purple
velvet and bespoke organ pipe display.
Our breath-taking Auditorium is located on the first floor of this award-winning
listed building. The space is easily adapted to suit a variety of function styles and
sizes; whether you are planning a board meeting for 30, a presentation for 200 or
a reception for 350 we can ensure a premium experience for your guests.
The Auditorium really is a unique and eye-catching venue for your event.
Banquet:180 | Dinner Dance:200 | Cabaret:150 | Reception:300 | Theatre:200
D I M E NS IO N S
Area Sqm: 230 | Ceiling Height: 6.8m
FAC I LIT IE S
Natural Daylight | Air Conditioning | Black Out | Disabled Access
Public Bar
A true taste of tradition with an endless selection of Scottish whiskies, cosy snugs
and live entertainment every night.
The traditional Scottish Pub, located on the ground floor, is perfect for hearty food,
ales, drams and music. The Raised Area is perfect for dinner and buffets filled with a
selection of booths around a large log fire.
Our bar includes our very own cask conditioned Craft Beer, Ghillie Ale.
An alternative to the usual suspects, the Ghillie Ale is a 4.2% beer with hints of forest
fruits and floral spice on the nose backed up with a biscuity malt palate leading to a
pleasing hop finish. It’s a great accompaniment to food and is suitably moreish!
Banquet: 70 | Buffet: 180 | Reception: 180
Set Menus
Men u A - £2 3.95
Hearty Lentil Broth with warm Crusty Bread
Pan Roasted Chicken Breast, with a Black Pudding Hash,
Glazed Carrots and a Whisky Jus
Rich Dark Chocolate Mousse with a Chocolate Ganache
Men u B - £26.95
Smoked Mackerel Pate, Horseradish Cream, Endive
and a Radicchio Salad
Braised Featherblade of Beef with Creamed Potato,
Seasonal Veg, Smoked Bacon, Baby Onion and a Thyme Sauce
Traditional Scottish Cranachan with Heather Honey
and Crumbled Shortbread
Men u C - £2 9.95
Chicken Liver Parfait Red Onion Chutney and Crunchy Oatcakes
Roast Parsnip Soup with a Drizzle of Ginger Crème Fraiche
Roast Rump of Lamb with Creamed Potato, Minted Peas,
Pearl Carrots and a Redcurrant Jus
Light Lemon and Orange Posset
Men u D - £3 2.95
Crisp Wholemeal Bruschetta with Smoked Salmon
and Creamed Horseradish
Tomato and Basil Soup
Slow-Baked Tenderloin of Beef with Braised Potato,
Roasted Root Vegetables and a Red Wine Jus
Vanilla Cheesecake and Raspberry Compote
Men u E - £3 8.95
Potted Ham Hock Terrine, Sweet Piccalilli and Bitter Endive Salad
Poached Salmon with Lemon and Dill Cream
Rosettes of Beef, Duck Liver Parfait, Cream Potatoes,
Roasted Veg and a Port Reduction
Trio of Handmade Mini Deserts with Shortbread Biscuits
Finger Food
Wee Nibbles
Mini Selection of 3 at £4.95, then £2 for each thereafter
Haggis Bon Bon with a Creamy Whiskey Shot
Herb Crumbed Buffalo Mozzarella Balls
Mini Peanut Satay Chicken Skewers
Szechuan Beef Bruschetta
Tomato Salsa and Melted Mozzarella Bruschetta
Smoked Mackerel Pate Oaties
Smoked Bacon and Cheddar Mini Quiche
Parmesan and Spinach Mini Quiche
Prawn Marie Rose Blini
Chicken Liver Pate Oaties
Sole and Sesame Toast
Panko Breaded King Prawns
Pastry Spirals with Olives and Sun Blushed Tomatoes
Finger F ood
Minimum 3 Items £5.95 - £2.50 per item thereafter
Mini Steak Pies
Mini Macaroni Pies
Breaded Salmon Goujons
Smoked Bacon and Cheddar Quiche
Broccoli and Chickpea Quiche
Heather Honey and Arran Mustard Chicken Skewers (GF)
Black Pudding in Filo
Vegetable Pakora
Selections of Sandwiches
Sausage Meat Baked in Poppy Seed Pastry
Whisky Glazed Chicken Wings (GF)
Breaded Button Mushrooms
Spicy Chickpea Parcel
Salt and Chilli Babyback Ribs (GF)
Tomato and Red Onion Bruschetta with Melting Mozzarella (GF)
Fork Supper
Minimum 2 items £9.95pp - £3.75 per item thereafter
Wild Haggis with Bashed Neeps and Champit Tatties
Stovies
Mince Scotch Beef with Root Vegetables and Herb Dumplings
Chicken or Vegetable Curry with Rice
Lasagne – Meat or Vegetable
Braised Beef Casserole with Button Onions and Smoked Bacon
and Baby Potatoes
Cold Meat Platters
Salads and Breads
Macaroni Cheese - Ham Bake or Vegetable
Prices on Request
Hog Roast
Hot Carvery
Sweet Factory
Wine Tastings
Chocolate Fountains
Drinks Receptions
Photo-booths
Burns Suppers
Pipers
Scottish Dancers
Whisky Tastings
Day Delegate Rate
And many more…..
Live Music
We are delighted to showcase Scotland’s best local talent of all genres every evening
at Ghillie Dhu.
Scottis h Ceilid h B ands
Norman Mackay’s Experience, Carrie On Dancing, Islander, Wild Geese,
The Big Shoogle and Aye Dhus
Li v e Bands
Norman Mackay’s Experience
Originally formed in Edinburgh in 2002, they are now the Ceilidh band of choice for
Rock stars, famous politicians and of course Ghillie Dhu. The Ceilidh Experience are
renowned for their rock style & high energy performances. In June 2005 they broke
the world record for the biggest ever Eightsome Reel when they played for 5000
dancers on Edinburgh’s meadows.
Freight
An Edinburgh based 4 piece band specialising in weddings and corporate events.
They have entertained all over Scotland where their large repertoire includes hits
from the 60s to the current day. The band is always keen to learn a song for your
night if they don’t already have it.
Plus Replay, Velour Amour, Dead Mans Shoes, The Big Shoogle and Aye Dhus
AV & Sound
Au dito riu m
3000 ANSI projector with local input, 4x3m screen to back of stage, 4x3m portable
staging, 2 x roving mics with stands, 1 x Lectern.
L i g h ting
8 x Led Parcans, 8 x led Battens to ceiling, house lights
B a r System
4 x Wi-Fi Projectors (1.8m) with screens
3 x AV input points dotted around bar for local input of sound and vision.
Location Information
Getting to Gh illie Dhu from the M 8 M oto rway:
At the end of the M8 motorway join the A8 and follow the signs for Edinburgh City
Centre. On approaching Princes Street turn right at the traffic lights on to Lothian
Road, the take the first turning on the right into Rutland Street and Ghillie Dhu. The
journey from junction 1 of the M8 to Ghillie Dhu usually takes around 40 minutes
By Rail:
Edinburgh has two main-line stations that serve most of the UK. The closest
station to Ghillie Dhu is Haymarket Station. When leaving the station head straight
ahead walking up West Maitland Street and up onto Shandwick Place. Ghillie Dhu
is situated on Rutland Place. The walk from Haymarket station should only take
approximately 10 minutes.
Getting to Gh illie Dhu from Edinb u rg h
I nte r national Airport:
Taxi:
From Edinburgh International Airport, taxis are available to take you directly to
Ghillie Dhu. A taxi rank is situated right outside the venue. The journey normally
takes approximately 30 minutes.
Car:
From Edinburgh International Airport, take the A8 east and follow the signs for
Edinburgh City Centre. On approaching Princes Street turn right at the traffic lights
on to Lothian Road, then take the first turning into Rutland Street and Ghillie Dhu.
Bus Routes:
Ghillie Dhu is accessible from any of the city centre bus routes dismounting at the
Shandwick Place end of Princes Street and the bottom of Lothian Road. Further
information on bus timetables can be accessed at lothianbuses.com
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Hotels
We have 4 sister hotels all right in the city centre, each with a unique character
and offering the best in comfort, ambience and technology, not to mention a special
discount when booking an event at Ghillie Dhu.
Th e Grassmarket Hotel thegrassmarkethotel.co.uk
M u r rayfield Hotel & Ho use themurrayfieldhotel.com
Inn on th e Mile theinnonthemile.co.uk
Stay Cent ral Hotel staycentralhotel.co.uk
To discuss your event or to meet with a member
of our Events Team call 0131 222 9930
or visit ghillie-dhu.co.uk/contact