The Church Hill Theatre

4.5(514)

Performing Arts Theater

About

Church Hill Theatre is a distinctive venue housed in a Gothic-revival former church designed by Hippolyte Blanc in the late 1800s. Converted into a theatre in the 1960s, it offers a 353-seat auditorium with clear sightlines and well-equipped stage and lighting, ideal for presentations, lectures, and performances.

Managed by Culture Edinburgh, this venue supports amateur and community groups and hosts events during the Edinburgh Festival. The comfortable seating, spacious bar, and clean facilities create a professional yet inviting setting for business gatherings and cultural events alike.

Best for

Lectures & speaker events
Small-scale conferences & presentations
Evening cultural client entertainment

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Venue Details

Standout features

Architecture & History

Gothic-revival former church by Hippolyte Blanc

Housed in a sandstone building originally designed as Morningside High Church in the late 1800s, the venue's Gothic-revival architecture provides a distinctive and historic setting for performances and events.

Performance Space

Well-equipped theatre for amateur and festival productions

With a capacity of 353, the theatre supports amateur companies and serves as a key venue for the Edinburgh Festival, offering a professional environment with good stage, lighting, and seating arrangements.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 514 reviews