Cinders

Cinders! Ballet Break at Ness Walk Hotel

Scottish Ballet at Eden Court, Paired with Five-Star Riverside Indulgence

Friday 29th & Saturday 30th January 2027, 7:30pm performances

Every fairytale deserves a beautiful setting, and our Cinders ballet break provides exactly that. This January, Scottish Ballet brings Cinders! to Eden Court Theatre, and we’ve reserved a limited number of premium tickets for the 7:30pm performances on the 29th and 30th.

So, as the river turns silver and the fires are lit, an evening of world-class dance becomes a complete Highland escape. Expect dinner in Torrish, the ballet moments away, and a five-star Ness Walk Hotel room waiting when the curtain falls.

Your Cinders Ballet Break Includes

• Premium ticket to Cinders! at Eden Court (7:30pm performance)
• Early-evening dinner in Torrish Restaurant
• An overnight stay in a beautifully appointed room, with full Scottish breakfast
• Two-night guests also enjoy a Heavenly Afternoon Tea for two and a second riverside night

The One-Night Cinders Ballet Escape

Designed for a truly special evening, our one-night break unfolds at an unhurried pace. Arrive as the winter light softens over the River Ness, settle into your room, and then take your table in Torrish. From here, our chefs craft an early-evening menu from the finest Scottish produce, with time built in to savour every course. And afterwards, Eden Court Theatre awaits along the river, so you’ll arrive at the theatre relaxed rather than rushed.

Then comes the loveliest part. Because once the final bows fade, there’s no taxi queue and no long drive home. Instead, you’ll wander back to five-star comfort, perhaps pausing for a nightcap, before sinking into bed. Finally, in the morning, a full Scottish breakfast completes the escape. 

Your one-night escape includes:

• Premium ticket to Cinders! at Eden Court (7:30pm)
• An early-evening dinner in Torrish Restaurant
• One night in a beautifully appointed room
• A full Scottish breakfast the following morning

£339 total or £169.50 per guest

The Two-Night Cinders Ballet Indulgence

Why let the magic end at midnight? Our two-night break stretches one glittering evening into a full Highland retreat. Because alongside your premium ticket, early-evening dinner and breakfasts, you’ll enjoy a Heavenly Afternoon Tea for two, served beside the fire with the gardens and the River Ness.

Moreover, the extra day is yours to spend beautifully, enjoying the magic of Inverness in January. So, you can wander in the city at its most atmospheric, or surrender to the luxurious rhythms of the hotel. All in all, the ballet becomes the centrepiece of a weekend rather than a dash to the theatre, which is precisely how an occasion like this should feel. 

Your two-night escape includes:

• Premium ticket to Cinders! at Eden Court (7:30pm)
• An early-evening dinner in Torrish Restaurant
• A Heavenly Afternoon Tea for two
• Two nights in a beautifully appointed room
• A full Scottish breakfast each morning

£544 total or £272 per guest.

About Cinders! by Scottish Ballet: A Dazzling Retelling

Scottish Ballet’s playful retelling of the Cinderella story returns to enchant audiences, and no two nights are the same. Set at the turn of the 20th century in Cinders’ family-run emporium, the tale sweeps from heartbreak to an enchanted rose garden, and onwards to the Royal Ball. Along the way, expect mischief, romance, and a happily ever after worth dressing up for.

Christopher Hampson CBE choreographs, Elin Steele dresses the stage in opulent costumes and sets, and the Scottish Ballet Orchestra performs Prokofiev’s irresistible score live. The critics fell for it, too. The Herald awarded five stars, while The Telegraph and The Guardian each gave four. So, this Cinderella ballet takes everything you love about the fairytale and makes it sparkle anew. And when it comes to runtime, the performance runs for approximately one hour and 30 minutes, including an interval.

Ness Walk: The Five-Star Setting for Scottish Ballet

Few hotels sit as gracefully close to the stage as Ness Walk Hotel. Resting on the banks of the River Ness, moments from Eden Court, we’re the natural home for ballet in Scotland’s Highland capital. What’s more, here, five-star service meets riverside calm. So, expect elegant rooms, fine dining at the celebrated Torrish Restaurant, and a garden setting that feels a world away from the everyday.

Everything also sits within easy reach. So, the evening flows effortlessly from aperitif to overture. Explore our accommodation to find your perfect room, or contact our team with any questions.

Book Your Cinders Ballet Break

January hotel offers rarely come dressed this beautifully. World-class dance, riverside fine dining, and a five-star stay combine in one effortless package. However, availability is strictly limited to the tickets we hold. Therefore, we’d encourage early booking, particularly for the Saturday performance.

Alternatively, browse our other special offers for more ways to make the most of the Highlands this winter. One unforgettable performance, one enchanting setting: your fairytale begins here.

Terms & Conditions

Packages are valid for the 7:30pm performances of Cinders! on 29th and 30th January 2027 only, and are subject to availability. The one-night package is priced from £339 per room (£169.50 per guest), based on two guests sharing. The two-night package is then priced from £544 per room (£272 per guest), based on two guests sharing. Full payment is required 12 days prior to arrival and is non-refundable once taken. Finally, tickets are strictly limited.

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