Unforgettable Events in the Home of Piping
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Corporate Event Space
With two distinctive venues in Glasgow’s City Centre and West End, The National Piping Centre offers seven unique event spaces; from intimate meeting rooms to our spacious, purpose-built auditorium.
Each space can be tailored to suit your event, whether you’re planning a corporate conference, private dinner, or drinks reception.
Many of our rooms come fully equipped with wall-mounted TVs and video conferencing facilities, ensuring seamless hybrid events and presentations.
Location & Travel
Our McPhater Street site is located in Glasgow city centre with excellent transport links by train, bus, or subway. The nearest stations are:
- 🚍 Buchanan Bus Station – 5-minute walk
- 🚆 Glasgow Central Station – 10-minute walk
- 🚆 Glasgow Queen Street Station – 10-minute walk
- 🚇 Cowcaddens Subway Station – 2-minute walk
Our Otago Street site is located in Glasgow’s West End and is most easily reached by:
- 🚇 Kelvinbridge Subway Station – 5-minute walk
- 🚍 Hamilton Park Avenue Bus Stop – 1-minute walk
Venue capacities
| Venue | Site | Max Capacity | Typical Use | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auditorium | McPhater Street | 150 | Theatre-style, banquets, receptions | Projector, screen, PA system |
| Collinson Room | McPhater Street | 20 | Boardroom, small meetings, breakout sessions | Wall-mounted TV, VC (video conferencing) |
| Robertson Room | McPhater Street | 20 | Boardroom, small meetings, breakout sessions | Wall-mounted TV |
| Ivory Room | McPhater Street | 12 | Boardroom, small meetings, breakout sessions | – |
| The Pipers’ Tryst | McPhater Street | 40 | Seated private dining | – |
| Auditorium | Otago Street | 70 | Theatre-style, standing or seated events | Projector, PA system |
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Catering
Catering for all NPC events is provided by the award-winning Pipers’ Tryst Restaurant, renowned for its fresh, seasonal, and Scottish-inspired menus. Guests enjoy the same high-quality food you’d expect in a top Glasgow restaurant; whether it’s a canapé reception, conference lunch, or formal banquet.
The kitchen team at the Pipers’ Tryst isn’t just experienced; they’re passionate about Scottish produce and warm hospitality. Everything is prepared on-site, meaning meals are served fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavour.
Catering can be provided to suit any event including:
- 3-course seated dining
- Hot or cold buffet
- Sandwiches & snacks
- Light refreshments
- Tea & Coffee with biscuits
“A Unique and Professional Venue”
We held a corporate Christmas event at The National Piping Centre and were thoroughly impressed. The team was friendly and efficient, the spaces were well-equipped and full of character, and the catering from the Pipers’ Tryst was exceptional — fresh, beautifully presented, and truly memorable. A perfect blend of Scottish charm and professional service. Highly recommended!