Nestled in the heart of Midlothian, Vogrie Country Park is a beautiful, historic estate of around 105 hectares comprising woodlands, Victorian parkland and the striking Vogrie House — a Victorian-baronial mansion built in 1876, designed by architect Andrew Heiton. With 11.5 miles of signed paths winding through forests, ponds, grassland and the Tyne Valley, the park provides a sweeping outdoor canvas perfect for ceremonies, photo shoots, BBQs or large gatherings. For indoor options, there is space in Vogrie House, Tree Top Cafe, soft-play or private rooms depending on the event size. Whether you want an intimate indoor celebration or a wide-open outdoor affair, Vogrie blends heritage charm and versatile space to host your event beautifully.

Set on the storied East Fortune Airfield, just over 20 miles outside Edinburgh, the National Museum of Flight offers a striking event space full of character and aviation heritage. Housed in the original hangars and wartime buildings of RAF East Fortune — a well-preserved airfield from the First and Second World Wars — the whole site is a scheduled monument. Whether you imagine a dinner under the wings of Scotland’s only Concorde, or cocktails in the sprawling outdoor grounds with marquee space, this venue delivers unforgettable backdrops. With capacity for up to about 500 guests for dinners or receptions, and excellent facilities for both indoor and outdoor events, the Museum of Flight is ideal for weddings, launches, or any experience you want to take off in style.

Set in beautiful East Lothian, East Links Family Park is a lively 20-acre farm-themed adventure park just outside Dunbar, perfect for family events, children’s parties, or fun gatherings where young and old alike can enjoy themselves. With its wide range of outdoor attractions — from go-karts, trampolines, a 4-level fortress with giant slides, crazy golf, hay barns, a musical maze to the Safari Train winding through paddocks of friendly farm animals — there’s no shortage of fun and action. There are also indoor and sheltered spaces (barns, picnic barns and indoor play zones) that can be used to host party groups, caterings, or shelter in case of Scots weather. The park is well-equipped: café and food options, picnic benches, good parking, and accessible facilities ensure comfort and convenience for all guests.

If you want to book something special, their full park VIP hire allows up to 188 guests in Dundee, giving you exclusive use of all areas plus a dedicated party host. Party rooms are available for private use, refreshments are provided, and there’s always support to set up, manage and clean up so you can enjoy the moment.

RYZE in Edinburgh (Dalkeith) and Dundee are high-energy indoor venues perfect for parties, team-events or family celebrations. Both sites offer a host of attractions: interconnected trampolines (including angled-wall and launching decks), foam pits, stuntman airbags, ninja obstacle courses and more. Edinburgh spans about 40,000 square feet of fun equipment.

If you want to book something special, their full park VIP hire allows up to 188 guests in Dundee, giving you exclusive use of all areas plus a dedicated party host. Party rooms are available for private use, refreshments are provided, and there’s always support to set up, manage and clean up so you can enjoy the moment.

Tucked inside the National Museum of Rural Life, the Shielings Café offers a bright, welcoming space that’s perfect for more intimate gatherings. With flexible seating and a relaxed atmosphere, it’s an ideal venue for book clubs, private lunches, afternoon teas, small group meetings, or community get-togethers. The café serves freshly prepared food, home baking, hot and cold drinks, and has plenty of space to make your event feel both comfortable and special.

The café’s layout can be adapted to suit your needs, whether you’d like a few tables set aside for a small group, or exclusive use for a private occasion. And with the museum’s rural setting as a backdrop — complete with scenic grounds and working farm — your event comes with a touch of countryside charm, while still being close to East Kilbride.