The Counting House Edinburgh

Welcome to The Counting House, a historic building in the south of Edinburgh City Centre.

About The Counting House Edinburgh

	38 West Nicolson Street, Edinburgh South EH8 9DD
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Listed Under Attractions - Live Music Venues

We pride ourselves on providing the best service for every event we hold, no matter what the occasion. We have an incredibly versatile space, so whether a business gathering, wedding or private hire - we will be able to assist.

The Counting House offers catering services, sound/lighting equipment, and multiple discounts with partners for furniture and decor hire. Feel free to download our event packs below to help with prices, site information and more.

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Upcoming Events at The Counting House Edinburgh

Nights Out

Annasach’s Ceilidh at The Counting House

Selected dates between 27th June 2025 - 28th November 2025

The Counting House Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to our regular ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House!

Shopping

Small Press Day 2025

19th July 2025

The Counting House Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Join Forbidden Planet Edinburgh at the Counting House for a free independent artists market, where local comic book writers and artists will be selling comics, prints, stickers and much more!

Dance

Annasach’s Hallowe’en Ceilidh

31st October 2025

The Counting House Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Come and dance to Annasach Ceilidh Band at our Hallowe'en Ceilidh from 8pm at The Counting House on Friday 31st October! All dances can be called so beginners welcome.

Live Music Venues

Shout! The Scottish Music Experience

111 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh East EH8 8AU

SHOUT! The Scottish Music Experience is the first of its kind, a live music venue dedicated to the celebration of Scottish music!

Live Music Venues

Nicolson Square Venues

25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh South EH8 9BX

Nicolson Square Venues is a conference and event hire space located in city centre Edinburgh.

Live Music Venues

Teviot Row House

13 Bristo Place, Edinburgh South EH8 9AJ

Teviot is the oldest purpose built Student Union in the world. It opened its doors in 1889 and it remains one of the most vibrant and well used Student Union venues in the country.

Live Music Venues

The Caves Edinburgh

8 - 12 Niddry Street South, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1NS

The Caves is a truly unique venue that makes up the sub-structure of the 18th Century South Bridge.

Live Music Venues

The Globe Bar

13 Niddry Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LG

The Globe Bar is a well-established sports bar located just off the Royal Mil, with all sports catered for – no matter how niche.

Live Music Venues

Boteco Do Brasil Edinburgh

47 Lothian Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1HB

Boteco is the perfect venue for your next gathering or celebration!

Live Music Venues

Royal British Legion Scotland Edinburgh Central

Elsie Clark Halls 33 Rodney Street, Edinburgh North EH7 4EL

The Royal British Legion Scotland holds regular entertainment at their Edinburgh Central branch with live music, cabaret lunches and ladies nights.

Live Music Venues

The Old Dr Bells Baths

121 Great Junction Street, Leith EH6 6JB

The Old Dr Bells Baths Re-invented! Why not have your event at Edinburgh’s best new Venue in the heart of Leith?

Live Music Venues

Usher Hall

Usher Hall Lothian Road, Edinburgh West EH1 2EA

The Usher Hall is Edinburgh's key venue for visiting national and international orchestras and has been the main venue for the Edinburgh International Festival since 1947.

Live Music Venues

Why Not Nightclub

14 George Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH2 2PF

Why Not Nightclub has quickly reinstated its reputation as Edinburgh’s premier night spot and has proven itself to be the most popular night club destination in Edinburgh.

Live Music Venues