Enjoy one of the most magical experiences at the Fringe!

Hidden away at the end of a winding driveway, Lauriston Castle is one of Edinburgh’s most enchanting secrets — a treasure trove of timeless tapestries, rich décor, and whispered tales of secret chambers, strange experiments, and the extraordinary lives of its former residents.

Join our master magicians as they breathe new life into those stories through spellbinding illusion, mind-bending sleight of hand, and a touch of mischief. Discover the castle’s hidden corners as each performer reveals a chapter of its mysterious past — from noble tricksters to doomed inventors and fortune-seekers who gambled everything on a dream.

Set against the castle’s breathtaking Edwardian interiors and panoramic views over the River Forth, The Secret Room is an unforgettable journey into history, wonder and imagination.

Featuring phenomenal mind-reader Drew McAdam, world-class card magician Lewis Barlow, incredible sleight-of-hand artist Caspar Thomas (7 & 8 August only) and astounding magician-scientist hybrid Kevin Quantum (13–23 August).

★★★★★
“A unique and top-rate experience at a gorgeous Scottish treasure.”
— Edinburgh Guide

★★★★
“A wonderful evening steeped in all the best history and magic Scotland has to offer.”
— World Magic Review