Rt. Hon. Lord Provosts Fundraising Burns Supper in Aid of the OneCity Trust
Friday 23 January 2026
Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5UT
BOOK NOW at 2026 Burns Supper
We’re thrilled to announce our stellar line-up of performers for 2026, featuring a delightful mix of talent and personalities. From culinary arts to musical mastery, there’s something for everyone to enjoy:
- The Chairman’s Welcome – Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost of Edinburgh.
- The Selkirk Grace – Demet Kayaoglu, Acting Consul General of Turkey.
- Address to the Haggis – John Playfair and his wife, Dame Prue Leith
- The Immortal Memory – Peter C Brown.
- Toast tae the Lassies – Jim Leishman MBE.
- Reply fae the Lassies – Barbara Dickson OBE.
- Vote of Thanks – Depute Lord Provost, Lezley Marion Cameron.
And Burns songs sung by the fantastic duo, Nicola Henderson and Jessica Conway!
Fundraising
Throughout the night, take part in our thrilling silent auction, culminating in a live auction featuring exclusive items that you won’t want to miss. Every bid you place will directly support the vital work of the OneCity Trust, making your participation a meaningful contribution to our community.
Dress Code
Dress to impress in Black Tie with a touch of tartan, and as the evening ends, carry with you the spirit of camaraderie and philanthropy from this extraordinary evening. Carriages at 11.45 pm (approx)
Tickets
For 2026, we have an exciting array of ticket options to suit every preference and budget! Explore our diverse packages and find the perfect fit for you as noted below:
* Platinum Package – Table of 10 Guests. Price £2,500 *SOLD OUT*
Join the Lord Provost and his Consort at their private drinks reception within Prestonfield House, along with their special guests for the evening. (6pm – 6.50pm).
- Table for 10 guests within the Stables, positioned at the front of the stage, next to the Lord Provosts table.
- Three course meal, half bottle of wine per person, including entertainment,
- Full page advert in programme.
- Recognition in the opening and closing speeches.
- Company logo advertised on auction site at the event
- Two tables available!
* Gold Package – Table for 10 Guests. Price £2,000
- Glass of fizz on arrival at the Stables from 6pm
- Table for 10 guests guaranteed position close to the stage
- Three course meal, half bottle of wine per person, including entertainment.
- Half page advert in programme
- Recognition in the closing speeches
- Company logo advertised on auction site at the event
- Two tables available!
* Standard Package – Table for 10 Guests. Price £1,400
- Glass of fizz on arrival at the Stables from 6.30pm
- Table for 10 guests, with three course meal, half bottle of wine per person, including entertainment.
* Standard Individual Tickets – Price £140 per person
- Glass of fizz on arrival at the Stables from 6.30pm
- Three course meal, half bottle of wine per person, including entertainment.
Early bird Discount of 10% applies to standard packages/tickets only, for orders paid in full before 31 December 2025. Use Promo Code BURNS10.
No table will be confirmed until the payment has been made in full.
Terms and Conditions:
- Early bird discount applies to standard packages only, processed and paid in full via Ticket Tailor by 31 December 2025. No seating will be confirmed until full payment or a 10% deposit has been received.
- Standard package seating will be allocated closest to the stage upon payment.
- Glass of fizz on arrival at the Stables from 6.30pm unless earlier time stated.
- No refunds will be granted.
- Please advise any dietary and accessibility requirements at point of booking, or email: admin@onecitytrust.com
- There may be photos/video being taken throughout the evening. If you do not wish to be included, please contact elaine@onecitytrust.com
- Auction Items: If you would like to donate vouchers, or an item to our silent or live auction, or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Elaine at elaine@onecitytrust.com, or telephone (0131) 469 3856.
Don’t miss out on this chance to enjoy fine dining, exceptional entertainment, and the joy of giving back. Secure your place today and be part of something truly special!
Impact of Edinburgh’s Housing Crisis: Supporting our Citizens – OneCity Trust Round Table Event
Friday 29 November 2024, 3:00pm – 6:00pm
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ
FREE EVENT – Booking Required
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Following the successful OneCity Trusts Roundtable event in 2023, to celebrate their 20th anniversary, the Trust plans to hold Roundtable number 2 event.
This time, we will focus on the impact of Edinburgh’s Housing Crisis on its citizens, which also ties in with the Trust’s own stated 2024 focus for grant giving.
The Trust recognises that it cannot solve, nor substantially impact Edinburgh’s housing crisis. It can however work with voluntary and community organisations to provide funding for projects which help support people impacted by the housing crisis.
Lord Provosts Fundraising Burns Supper in Aid of the OneCity Trust
Friday 26 January 2024
Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road, Edinburgh EH16 5UT
Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh is hosting his fundraising Burns Supper 2023, in aid of the OneCity Trust on Friday 26 January 2023 at the opulent, five-star Prestonfield House, Edinburgh!
The evening will begin at 6.30pm with a welcome glass of fizz, a three-course meal with the finest Scottish ingredients and half a bottle of wine per guest.
There will be a spectacular line up of speakers, fantastic entertainment and fundraising online, along with a live auction; all raising funds in aid of the OneCity Trust:
Please contact the Lord Provosts office by email: lord.provost@edinburgh.gov.uk for further details or, click on the BUY NOW button to book online and confirm your attendance, at what will be a convivial evening with a serious purpose!
Dress Code: Black Tie with a Touch of Tartan
Carriages: 11.30pm
Friday 25 August 2023
The OneCity Trusts 20th Anniversary Celebration Event
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ
The OneCity Trust is celebrating its 20th anniversary during 2023 and to mark this occasion, the Board of Trustees are hosting a Free event on Friday 25 August 2023, from 5.30pm to 9.30pm at the City Chambers.
The purpose of this event is to:
- mark and celebrate the 20th anniversary;
- consider if Edinburgh has changed over the lifetime of the Trust, and discuss continuing challenges, and
- showcase the work, growth, successes, partnerships and impact of the Trust across Scotland’s capital city.
There will be three elements to the celebration:
- an exhibition of the OneCity Trust archive;
- reflection on Edinburgh past, present and future with keynote speakers *Dr Richard Holloway and Dr Jim McCormick including round table discussions, and followed with,
- a celebratory drinks reception
* Dr Richard Holloway was the Chair of the Lord Provosts Commission on social exclusion, who published their findings in a report called ‘OneCity’ in June 2000. Dr Jim McCormick was the Chair of the Edinburgh Poverty Commission on poverty, who published their findings in a report called ‘A Just Capital,‘ published in September 2020.
5.30pm – 6.00pm – Tea and coffee available for guests
6.00pm – 7.30pm – Round table event
8.00pm – 9.30pm – Celebratory drinks reception
Come and join us! We look forward to seeing you.
Lord Provosts Fundraising Burns Supper in aid of the OneCity Trust
Friday 27 January 2023
Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road, Edinburgh EH16 5UT
Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh is hosting his fundraising Burns Supper 2023, in aid of the OneCity Trust on Friday 27 January 2023 at the opulent, five-star Prestonfield House, Edinburgh!
The evening will begin at 6.30pm with a welcome glass of fizz, a three-course meal with the finest Scottish ingredients and half a bottle of wine per guest.
Dress Code: Black Tie with a Touch of Tartan
There will be a spectacular line up of speakers, fantastic entertainment and fundraising online, along with a live auction; all raising funds in aid of the OneCity Trust:
- Immortal Memory – Professor David Purdie, Hon. Fellow of the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities, UOE and Cammy Goodall – popularly regarded as his generation’s greatest interpreter of Scotland’s National Bard.
- Address tae the Haggis – John Collington, a big Burns fan and like the great man – a son of Ayrshire.
- Toast tae the Lassies – Craig Hill, a household name as Scotland’s brightest comedy star.
- Reply fae the Lassies – Val McDermid, award winning Scottish writer and broadcaster.
Tickets £120 per person or tables of 10 for £1,200.
Please contact the Lord Provosts office by email: lord.provost@edinburgh.gov.uk for further details or, click on the BUY button now to book online and confirm your attendance, at what will be a convivial evening with a serious purpose!
BOOK BEFORE 31 DECEMBER 2022 and receive a discount of £8 pp! For Individual tickets apply PROMO CODE – EARLYBIRD8 and for tables apply PROMO CODE – EARLYBIRD80
Remember to bring your business card for a chance to win a prize!
Terms & Conditions:
Tickets on sale until Wednesday 25 January 2023. Promotional codes only applicable until 31 December 2022. No refunds granted.
Sponsors
With many thanks extended to our sponsors, whose support has been exceptional!
Friday 30 September 2022
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh 6pm – 11pm
Join Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost and President of the OneCity Trust as he hosts an intimate fundraising dinner in aid of the OneCity Trust and to promote their new book, ‘The People’s City’ which was published in 2022 with contributions from local Authors, Anne Hamilton, Nadine Aisha Jassat, Alexander McCall Smith, Ian Rankin and Sara Sheridan with an introduction from Irvine Welsh.
The evening will start with a glass of fizz on arrival, three course meal and Question and Answer sessions with our special guests about their individual contributions to the book and their support for The OneCity Trust.
The OneCity Trust was established in 2003 and is committed to supporting charitable and constituted groups within the City of Edinburgh by providing financial grants and In Kind support from local businesses, citizens and our Community Benefit Partners to tackle social exclusion, inequality and poverty.
- Dress Code: Smart/Casual
- Please note tickets are limited and must be paid in advance of the event.
- Opportunity to purchase your copy of ‘The People’s City’ with a 20% discount at £6.40 by purchasing via this link https://buy.stripe.com/5kA17meAqa2507KaF0 (RRP £7.99).
- Bar available to purchase refreshments
- Raffle tickets will be on sale on the evening super prize
Impact of Edinburgh’s Housing Crisis: Supporting our Citizens – OneCity Trust Round Table Event
Friday 29 November 2024, 3:00pm – 6:00pm
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ
FREE EVENT – Booking Required
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Following the successful OneCity Trusts Roundtable event in 2023, to celebrate their 20th anniversary, the Trust plans to hold Roundtable number 2 event.
This time, we will focus on the impact of Edinburgh’s Housing Crisis on its citizens, which also ties in with the Trust’s own stated 2024 focus for grant giving.
The Trust recognises that it cannot solve, nor substantially impact Edinburgh’s housing crisis. It can however work with voluntary and community organisations to provide funding for projects which help support people impacted by the housing crisis.
Lord Provosts Fundraising Burns Supper in Aid of the OneCity Trust
Friday 26 January 2024
Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road, Edinburgh EH16 5UT
Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh is hosting his fundraising Burns Supper 2023, in aid of the OneCity Trust on Friday 26 January 2023 at the opulent, five-star Prestonfield House, Edinburgh!
The evening will begin at 6.30pm with a welcome glass of fizz, a three-course meal with the finest Scottish ingredients and half a bottle of wine per guest.
There will be a spectacular line up of speakers, fantastic entertainment and fundraising online, along with a live auction; all raising funds in aid of the OneCity Trust:
Please contact the Lord Provosts office by email: lord.provost@edinburgh.gov.uk for further details or, click on the BUY NOW button to book online and confirm your attendance, at what will be a convivial evening with a serious purpose!
Dress Code: Black Tie with a Touch of Tartan
Carriages: 11.30pm
Friday 25 August 2023
The OneCity Trusts 20th Anniversary Celebration Event
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ
The OneCity Trust is celebrating its 20th anniversary during 2023 and to mark this occasion, the Board of Trustees are hosting a Free event on Friday 25 August 2023, from 5.30pm to 9.30pm at the City Chambers.
The purpose of this event is to:
- mark and celebrate the 20th anniversary;
- consider if Edinburgh has changed over the lifetime of the Trust, and discuss continuing challenges, and
- showcase the work, growth, successes, partnerships and impact of the Trust across Scotland’s capital city.
There will be three elements to the celebration:
- an exhibition of the OneCity Trust archive;
- reflection on Edinburgh past, present and future with keynote speakers *Dr Richard Holloway and Dr Jim McCormick including round table discussions, and followed with,
- a celebratory drinks reception
* Dr Richard Holloway was the Chair of the Lord Provosts Commission on social exclusion, who published their findings in a report called ‘OneCity’ in June 2000. Dr Jim McCormick was the Chair of the Edinburgh Poverty Commission on poverty, who published their findings in a report called ‘A Just Capital,‘ published in September 2020.
5.30pm – 6.00pm – Tea and coffee available for guests
6.00pm – 7.30pm – Round table event
8.00pm – 9.30pm – Celebratory drinks reception
Come and join us! We look forward to seeing you.
Lord Provosts Fundraising Burns Supper in aid of the OneCity Trust
Friday 27 January 2023
Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road, Edinburgh EH16 5UT
Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh is hosting his fundraising Burns Supper 2023, in aid of the OneCity Trust on Friday 27 January 2023 at the opulent, five-star Prestonfield House, Edinburgh!
The evening will begin at 6.30pm with a welcome glass of fizz, a three-course meal with the finest Scottish ingredients and half a bottle of wine per guest.
Dress Code: Black Tie with a Touch of Tartan
There will be a spectacular line up of speakers, fantastic entertainment and fundraising online, along with a live auction; all raising funds in aid of the OneCity Trust:
- Immortal Memory – Professor David Purdie, Hon. Fellow of the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities, UOE and Cammy Goodall – popularly regarded as his generation’s greatest interpreter of Scotland’s National Bard.
- Address tae the Haggis – John Collington, a big Burns fan and like the great man – a son of Ayrshire.
- Toast tae the Lassies – Craig Hill, a household name as Scotland’s brightest comedy star.
- Reply fae the Lassies – Val McDermid, award winning Scottish writer and broadcaster.
Tickets £120 per person or tables of 10 for £1,200.
Please contact the Lord Provosts office by email: lord.provost@edinburgh.gov.uk for further details or, click on the BUY button now to book online and confirm your attendance, at what will be a convivial evening with a serious purpose!
BOOK BEFORE 31 DECEMBER 2022 and receive a discount of £8 pp! For Individual tickets apply PROMO CODE – EARLYBIRD8 and for tables apply PROMO CODE – EARLYBIRD80
Remember to bring your business card for a chance to win a prize!
Terms & Conditions:
Tickets on sale until Wednesday 25 January 2023. Promotional codes only applicable until 31 December 2022. No refunds granted.
Sponsors
With many thanks extended to our sponsors, whose support has been exceptional!
Friday 30 September 2022
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh 6pm – 11pm
Join Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost and President of the OneCity Trust as he hosts an intimate fundraising dinner in aid of the OneCity Trust and to promote their new book, ‘The People’s City’ which was published in 2022 with contributions from local Authors, Anne Hamilton, Nadine Aisha Jassat, Alexander McCall Smith, Ian Rankin and Sara Sheridan with an introduction from Irvine Welsh.
The evening will start with a glass of fizz on arrival, three course meal and Question and Answer sessions with our special guests about their individual contributions to the book and their support for The OneCity Trust.
The OneCity Trust was established in 2003 and is committed to supporting charitable and constituted groups within the City of Edinburgh by providing financial grants and In Kind support from local businesses, citizens and our Community Benefit Partners to tackle social exclusion, inequality and poverty.
- Dress Code: Smart/Casual
- Please note tickets are limited and must be paid in advance of the event.
- Opportunity to purchase your copy of ‘The People’s City’ with a 20% discount at £6.40 by purchasing via this link https://buy.stripe.com/5kA17meAqa2507KaF0 (RRP £7.99).
- Bar available to purchase refreshments
- Raffle tickets will be on sale on the evening super prize
Impact of Edinburgh’s Housing Crisis: Supporting our Citizens – OneCity Trust Round Table Event
Friday 29 November 2024, 3:00pm – 6:00pm
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ
FREE EVENT – Booking Required
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Following the successful OneCity Trusts Roundtable event in 2023, to celebrate their 20th anniversary, the Trust plans to hold Roundtable number 2 event.
This time, we will focus on the impact of Edinburgh’s Housing Crisis on its citizens, which also ties in with the Trust’s own stated 2024 focus for grant giving.
The Trust recognises that it cannot solve, nor substantially impact Edinburgh’s housing crisis. It can however work with voluntary and community organisations to provide funding for projects which help support people impacted by the housing crisis.
Lord Provosts Fundraising Burns Supper in Aid of the OneCity Trust
Friday 26 January 2024
Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road, Edinburgh EH16 5UT
Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh is hosting his fundraising Burns Supper 2023, in aid of the OneCity Trust on Friday 26 January 2023 at the opulent, five-star Prestonfield House, Edinburgh!
The evening will begin at 6.30pm with a welcome glass of fizz, a three-course meal with the finest Scottish ingredients and half a bottle of wine per guest.
There will be a spectacular line up of speakers, fantastic entertainment and fundraising online, along with a live auction; all raising funds in aid of the OneCity Trust:
Please contact the Lord Provosts office by email: lord.provost@edinburgh.gov.uk for further details or, click on the BUY NOW button to book online and confirm your attendance, at what will be a convivial evening with a serious purpose!
Dress Code: Black Tie with a Touch of Tartan
Carriages: 11.30pm
Friday 25 August 2023
The OneCity Trusts 20th Anniversary Celebration Event
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ
The OneCity Trust is celebrating its 20th anniversary during 2023 and to mark this occasion, the Board of Trustees are hosting a Free event on Friday 25 August 2023, from 5.30pm to 9.30pm at the City Chambers.
The purpose of this event is to:
- mark and celebrate the 20th anniversary;
- consider if Edinburgh has changed over the lifetime of the Trust, and discuss continuing challenges, and
- showcase the work, growth, successes, partnerships and impact of the Trust across Scotland’s capital city.
There will be three elements to the celebration:
- an exhibition of the OneCity Trust archive;
- reflection on Edinburgh past, present and future with keynote speakers *Dr Richard Holloway and Dr Jim McCormick including round table discussions, and followed with,
- a celebratory drinks reception
* Dr Richard Holloway was the Chair of the Lord Provosts Commission on social exclusion, who published their findings in a report called ‘OneCity’ in June 2000. Dr Jim McCormick was the Chair of the Edinburgh Poverty Commission on poverty, who published their findings in a report called ‘A Just Capital,‘ published in September 2020.
5.30pm – 6.00pm – Tea and coffee available for guests
6.00pm – 7.30pm – Round table event
8.00pm – 9.30pm – Celebratory drinks reception
Come and join us! We look forward to seeing you.
Lord Provosts Fundraising Burns Supper in aid of the OneCity Trust
Friday 27 January 2023
Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road, Edinburgh EH16 5UT
Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh is hosting his fundraising Burns Supper 2023, in aid of the OneCity Trust on Friday 27 January 2023 at the opulent, five-star Prestonfield House, Edinburgh!
The evening will begin at 6.30pm with a welcome glass of fizz, a three-course meal with the finest Scottish ingredients and half a bottle of wine per guest.
Dress Code: Black Tie with a Touch of Tartan
There will be a spectacular line up of speakers, fantastic entertainment and fundraising online, along with a live auction; all raising funds in aid of the OneCity Trust:
- Immortal Memory – Professor David Purdie, Hon. Fellow of the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities, UOE and Cammy Goodall – popularly regarded as his generation’s greatest interpreter of Scotland’s National Bard.
- Address tae the Haggis – John Collington, a big Burns fan and like the great man – a son of Ayrshire.
- Toast tae the Lassies – Craig Hill, a household name as Scotland’s brightest comedy star.
- Reply fae the Lassies – Val McDermid, award winning Scottish writer and broadcaster.
Tickets £120 per person or tables of 10 for £1,200.
Please contact the Lord Provosts office by email: lord.provost@edinburgh.gov.uk for further details or, click on the BUY button now to book online and confirm your attendance, at what will be a convivial evening with a serious purpose!
BOOK BEFORE 31 DECEMBER 2022 and receive a discount of £8 pp! For Individual tickets apply PROMO CODE – EARLYBIRD8 and for tables apply PROMO CODE – EARLYBIRD80
Remember to bring your business card for a chance to win a prize!
Terms & Conditions:
Tickets on sale until Wednesday 25 January 2023. Promotional codes only applicable until 31 December 2022. No refunds granted.
Sponsors
With many thanks extended to our sponsors, whose support has been exceptional!
Friday 30 September 2022
City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh 6pm – 11pm
Join Robert Aldridge, The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost and President of the OneCity Trust as he hosts an intimate fundraising dinner in aid of the OneCity Trust and to promote their new book, ‘The People’s City’ which was published in 2022 with contributions from local Authors, Anne Hamilton, Nadine Aisha Jassat, Alexander McCall Smith, Ian Rankin and Sara Sheridan with an introduction from Irvine Welsh.
The evening will start with a glass of fizz on arrival, three course meal and Question and Answer sessions with our special guests about their individual contributions to the book and their support for The OneCity Trust.
The OneCity Trust was established in 2003 and is committed to supporting charitable and constituted groups within the City of Edinburgh by providing financial grants and In Kind support from local businesses, citizens and our Community Benefit Partners to tackle social exclusion, inequality and poverty.
- Dress Code: Smart/Casual
- Please note tickets are limited and must be paid in advance of the event.
- Opportunity to purchase your copy of ‘The People’s City’ with a 20% discount at £6.40 by purchasing via this link https://buy.stripe.com/5kA17meAqa2507KaF0 (RRP £7.99).
- Bar available to purchase refreshments
- Raffle tickets will be on sale on the evening super prize