1 photosImages not verified1 photosImages not verifiedFilmhouse is Edinburgh's original independent cinema, located in the heart of the city's cultural district on Lothian Road. This iconic venue features three distinctive screening rooms with capacities ranging from 75 to 251 seats, specializing in international, independent, and arthouse films. The cinema regularly hosts film festivals, premieres, Q&A sessions, and private screenings. With its central location near the Usher Hall and Edinburgh's theatre district, Filmhouse offers a unique cultural venue for corporate events, product launches, and special screenings. The venue combines cinema heritage with modern presentation facilities, making it an atmospheric choice for creative industry events and cultural gatherings.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cinema 1 | 251 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cinema 2 | 112 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cinema 3 | 75 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Screen hire from £500 for private screenings. Corporate event packages available. Contact for detailed pricing based on requirements and duration.
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88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH3 9BZ, United Kingdom
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Filmhouse is a verified cinema & event space in Edinburgh, hosting up to 251 guests, with day delegate rates from £180. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Creative, Accessibility. Verified on-site: av & production, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, creative off-sites and product launches, fully accessible events.
AV and hybrid-event facilities are not yet evidenced in the profile data. Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 251 guests in cinema-style seating
Professional cinema projection and sound systems, presentation facilities available
Full bar and catering services available, pre-event and interval service
Limited on-site parking, public parking nearby on Lothian Road and surrounding streets
Filmhouse is Edinburgh's original independent cinema, located in the heart of the city's cultural district on Lothian Road. This iconic venue features three distinctive screening rooms with capacities ranging from 75 to 251 seats, specializing in international, independent, and arthouse films. The cinema regularly hosts film festivals, premieres, Q&A sessions, and private screenings. With its central location near the Usher Hall and Edinburgh's theatre district, Filmhouse offers a unique cultural venue for corporate events, product launches, and special screenings. The venue combines cinema heritage with modern presentation facilities, making it an atmospheric choice for creative industry events and cultural gatherings.
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