Venue Profile — Glasgow
Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre
Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre — Glasgow venue hire
The Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre (SEC) is Scotland's flagship venue for conferences, exhibitions, and events, located on the banks of the River Clyde in Glasgow. The venue comprises multiple interconnected halls and conference facilities, including the iconic Clyde Auditorium (known as 'The Armadillo') and the modern SEC Armadillo. With over 22,000 square metres of flexible event space, the SEC can accommodate everything from intimate boardroom meetings to large-scale international conferences and exhibitions. The venue features state-of-the-art AV technology, multiple catering options, and excellent transport links, making it a premier destination for business events in Scotland. Its waterfront location provides stunning views and is within walking distance of Glasgow's city centre attractions.
Glasgow pricing benchmark · 2026
Day Delegate Rate
£35–£70
Meeting rooms
from £25/hr
Conference venues
from £1,500/day
SEC anchors large events; Merchant City for boutique briefs. Full 2026 benchmark →
| City | Glasgow |
|---|---|
| Venue type | Conference Centre |
| Maximum capacity | 14300 guests |
| Minimum capacity | 3000 guests |
| Address | Exhibition Way |
| Postcode | G3 8YW |
| Glasgow DDR benchmark (2026) | £35–£70 per person |
| Meeting room hire | from £25/hr |
Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre hire FAQs
How much does it cost to hire Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre in Glasgow?
Venue hire in Glasgow typically runs £35–£70 per person on a Day Delegate basis, with meeting rooms from £25/hr and conference venues from £1,500/day (2026 Jigsaw benchmark, updated June 2026). Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre's exact rate depends on date, layout and catering scope — Jigsaw Conferences negotiates below rack rates with £60m+ annual buying power, free of charge to you.
What is the capacity of Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre?
Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre accommodates up to 14300 guests and is listed as a conference centre venue. Layout (theatre, boardroom, cabaret or standing reception) changes the usable headcount — our team confirms per-layout capacities with the venue before you commit.
How do I book Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre for a corporate event?
Send one enquiry via the form on this page or call 0800 121 4470. Jigsaw Conferences checks live availability at Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre, negotiates the rate, and returns a like-for-like Glasgow shortlist with real pricing. Venues pay our commission — you never pay booking fees.
What are typical Day Delegate Rates in Glasgow in 2026?
Glasgow Day Delegate Rates run £35–£70 per person in 2026, including room hire, basic AV and catering. SEC anchors large events; Merchant City for boutique briefs. See the full 2026 UK Venue Pricing Benchmark on jigsawconferences.co.uk/uk-venue-pricing-benchmark for all 15 cities.
Check availability at Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre
One enquiry. We confirm availability, negotiate the rate and send a like-for-like Glasgow shortlist — free, zero booking fees. Or call 0800 121 4470.
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