The Hub, our Festival home, is situated near the top of the hilly Royal Mile. 

We are surrounded by cobblestones and the buzz of the crowd, and a few doors down from Edinburgh Castle, where the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is performed throughout August.

Due to the large number of people who attend each performance of the Tattoo, a road closure area comes into effect for safety reasons. 

This prevents car or taxi drop-offs for our own audience. We understand that this is a barrier to many people, including disabled people and people with limited mobility. To support people with this experience we have been working closely with the Tattoo to provide The Hub Shuttle. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pick-Up?

At the bottom of Johnston Terrace, next to NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace. This car park has five accessible parking bays, and is a flat, five-minute walk to Lothian Road which has lots of public transport links.

Where is Drop-Off?

Outside the main entrance of The Hub at the top of Johnston Terrace. The return journey will depart from the upper part of Johnston Terrace and drop-off at the bottom of Johnston Terrace

What is the Vehicle like?

The shuttle vehicle is a specially adapted car which is accessible for wheelchair users and those using mobility aids. 

How long does the journey last?

Approximately five minutes and friendly ushers and stewards will be available to assist with directions or other needs.

How much does this cost?

All Hub Shuttle services are free to use.

Are there wheelchairs available?

We have two venue wheelchairs available for anybody that needs them at The Hub. Booking is not required.

The Hub Shuttle Schedule

Find out how The Hub Shuttle will operate on the evening of your performance.

7 – 14 August

Dana with Ellie Beaton - no shuttle as regular vehicle access is available
First Night at The Hub
Up Late: Jazz Jam
Mark & Maggie O'Connor
Sounds of Ihsane
Up Late with Gnoss

15 – 22 August

Up Late with Mark O'Connor & Gustavo Dudamel - no shuttle as regular vehicle access is available
Classical Jam with Nicola Benedetti
corto.alto
Derya Turken & Friends
Beyond Tradition

23 – 30 August

Senny Camara Ensemble
Simon Thoumire
Camilla George
Routes to Roots
Orchestra Baobab
ROIS
Up Late with Donald Shaw - no shuttle as regular vehicle access is available

The Hub Shuttle Timings

For: First Night at The Hub

• Type of service: shuttle; multiple trips available
• This service does not require pre-booking
• Pre-show timings: 9.30pm – 10pm
• Post-show timings: 11.30pm - 12.00am 

The Hub Shuttle Timings

For: Up Late: Jazz Jam

• Type of service: shuttle; multiple trips available
• This service does not require pre-booking
• Pre-show timings: 9.30pm – 10pm
• Post-show timings: 12am - 12.30am 

The Hub Shuttle Timings

For: Mark & Maggie O'Connor

• Type of service: single journey; only one trip available  
• You must pre-book to use this service
• Pre-show timings: Arrive by 6.50pm
• Post-show timings: 9.30pm – 10pm
• It is not possible to offer any additional vehicular access outside the time stipulated here 

The Hub Shuttle Timings

For: Sounds of Ihsane, Beyond Tradition, Orchestra Baobab

• Type of service: shuttle; multiple trips available
• This service does not require pre-booking
• Pre-show timings: 5.30pm – 6pm
• Post-show timings: 8.15pm - 8.45pm 

The Hub Shuttle Timings

For: Up Late with Gnoss, Senny Camara Ensemble, RÓIS

• Type of service: shuttle; multiple trips available
• This service does not require pre-booking
• Pre-show timings: 9.30pm – 10pm
• Post-show timings: 11.15pm - 11.45pm 

The Hub Shuttle Timings

For: Classical Jam with Nicola Benedetti

• Type of service: single journey; only one trip available  
• You must pre-book to use this service
• Pre-show timings: Arrive by 6.50pm
• Post-show timings: 10pm - 10.30pm
• It is not possible to offer any additional vehicular access outside the time stipulated here 

The Hub Shuttle Timings

For: corto.alto, Derya Turken & Friends, Simon Thoumire, Camilla George, Routes to Roots

• Type of service: single journey; only one trip available  
• You must pre-book to use this service
• Pre-show timings: Arrive by 6.50pm
• Post-show timings: 9.15pm - 9.45pm
• It is not possible to offer any additional vehicular access outside the time stipulated here 

We look forward to seeing you in August 💛 Any questions please get in touch with our Access Manager at [email protected].