Royal Highland Cente: Capacity, banned items and more

These have included the likes of David Bowie, Genesis, Queen and Little Mix.
If you're going to the Royal Highland Showground for a gig this summer, here is everything you need to know before arriving.
How to get to the Royal Highland Centre from Edinburgh
Those wishing to get to the centre from Edinburgh have a number of options, according to the Royal Highland Centre website.
Bus - Bus services like the Airlink 100, Skylink 200 and 300, as well as services 20 and 63, take attendees to or near the centre.
Trams - Trams connect the Scottish capital with the venue. All travellers need to do is get off at the Ingliston P&R stop near the showground.
Car - The venue is located next to Edinburgh Airport, placing it within minutes of the M8 and M9.
What is the capacity of the Royal Highland Centre?
The event centre, which attracts over one million visitors every single year, has a number of areas, each with differing capacities.
The south arena can hold 35,000 guests, while the main ring and west arenas can contain around 27,000 and 25,000 attendees, respectively.
The north arena has a capacity of 15,000, while the highland hall and lowland hall hold 9000 and 6000 visitors.
Are there any banned items at the Royal Highland Showground?
While no universal list of banned items has been shared by the venue, the Royal Highland Show, which takes place here, has stated that flyers, articles for sale, glass bottles or items, and weapons, fireworks or flares are prohibited.
Professional filming and photography equipment, except where an exception has been made, is also banned.
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What age restrictions are in place for the Royal Highland Centre?
Certain events at the Showgrounds could be age restricted, meaning those who are under the age of 18 or attending with their child should check before booking their tickets.
Those over the age of 18 should also bring an appropriate form of photo ID in case it is required.

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