The Secret Room at Lauriston Castle
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Duration: 1hr 15 min
Ages: 8+
Tickets: £22 / £20 CONC / £16 CHILD (+£1.50/ticket booking fee)
• Sat 19 Dec 12:30
• Sat 19 Dec 14:30
• Sun 20 Dec 12:30
• Sun 20 Dec 14:30
Discover unsolved mysteries within one of Edinburgh’s hidden gems.
Hidden away at the end of a winding driveway, Lauriston Castle remains one of the city’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.
This Christmas, three expert magicians 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 Firth of Forth, The Secret Room is an unforgettable journey into history, wonder, and imagination.
Featuring card magician Lewis Barlow, mentalist Cameron Gibson, sleight-of-hand artist Tim Licata (19 Dec only) and magician-inventor Luke Osey (20 Dec only).
★★★★★ “A unique and top rate experience at a gorgeous Scottish treasure” — Edinburgh Guide
Format & Accessibility
Please note that The Secret Room is a promenade performance. Audience members will be required to move between rooms, and the event is primarily standing, though a limited number of chairs will be available in each space.
The venue is a listed historic building with restricted access. Please be aware that there are 14 steps leading to the main performance area.
For access information or assistance, please contact the box office at 0131 226 0000 or boxoffice@magicfest.co.uk.