The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Visit the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd), the oldest Surgical College in the world. Located in the iconic Surgeons Hall, our campus offers a unique glimpse into the evolution of surgery and dentistry. Explore the award-winning Surgeons' Hall Museums, showcasing fascinating medical exhibits, or enjoy the historic Library. With a dedicated skills lab, Café, and the Ten Hill Place Hotel, there’s plenty to experience. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, medical professional, or simply curious, a visit to RCSEd offers a memorable journey through 500 years of history, innovation, and excellence in surgery and dentistry.
Surgeons' Hall Museums
Owned by RCSEd, the Surgeons' Hall Museums is home to one of the largest and most historic pathology collections in the United Kingdom.
Library and Archive
Access an extensive range of information resources from the 15th century to the present at the Library and Archive.
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Surgeons Quarter
Surgeons Quarter is one central destination featuring a variety of venues, divided into five distinct areas; Playfair Building, Quincentenary Conference Centre, Symposium Building, Prince Philip Building and Ten Hill Place Hotel. All our meeting rooms are fully accessible with a stair lift to the Playfair Main Hall, a ramp to the entrance of the Symposium Hall and lifts to all other areas.
Each venue shares its location and history with an unrivalled passion to deliver world-class service and style.
Surgeons Quarter
Surgeons Quarter promotes, sells and manages all commercial activities held within the College Campus.
Hotel
The College's Commercial Enterprises operates the award-winning Ten Hill Place Hotel on behalf of the College.
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Surgeons Quarter Travel
Surgeons Quarter Travel was established with the initial intention of streamlining travel for surgeons and fellows of the College, but is now expertly arranging travel and holidays for all.
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Café 1505
Café 1505 is owned by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and is the perfect place to visit after a tour of Surgeons’ Hall Museums.
See The MenuRCSEd Shop
We are proud to offer a wonderful variety of College branded items and gifts for you to browse and enjoy.
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