Portobello Town Hall
Portobello Town Hall has 2 meeting/event spaces for 30–150 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Hall (150).
- Up to 180 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
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2 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Hall | 150 | — | 40 | 80 | 45 | — | — | 140 |
| Committee Room | 30 | — | 18 | 24 | 20 | — | — | 35 |
At a glance
Portobello Town Hall is a beautiful Victorian building located in Edinburgh's popular seaside district of Portobello. Built in 1896, this historic venue offers a range of flexible spaces suitable for meetings, performances, weddings, and community events. The main hall features original period features including high ceilings and ornate architectural details. Located just three miles from Edinburgh city centre, the venue provides excellent transport links while offering the unique charm of a coastal location. The building has been carefully maintained to preserve its historic character while providing modern facilities for contemporary events.
Best suited for
- Conferences
- Corporate Events
- Community Meetings
- Weddings
- Exhibitions
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Building
- High Ceilings
- Natural Light
- Kitchen Facilities
- Accessible Entrance
- Audio System
- Stage Area
- Period Features
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible toilets
Location & getting there
Rosefield Avenue, Edinburgh, EH15 1AU, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Portobello Town Hall is a verified town hall in Edinburgh, hosting up to 180 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Historic, Corporate, Accessibility. Verified on-site: accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, 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.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-FiNot listed
- AV & productionNot listed
- Food & cateringNot listed
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Portobello Town Hall have?
Portobello Town Hall has 2 meeting and event spaces in Edinburgh, seating up to 150 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Portobello Town Hall's largest event space?
The largest event space at Portobello Town Hall is Main Hall, with a maximum capacity of 150 guests.
What conference facilities does Portobello Town Hall offer?
Portobello Town Hall offers Historic Building, High Ceilings, Natural Light, Kitchen Facilities, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 2 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 180 guests in theatre style, 120 for dinner, 80 in boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV setup including projector, screen, PA system, wireless microphones and Wi-Fi available
Is catering available?
External catering partners available, full kitchen facilities on-site
Is there parking available?
Limited on-street parking, public car parks nearby on Portobello High Street
About Portobello Town Hall
Portobello Town Hall is a beautiful Victorian building located in Edinburgh's popular seaside district of Portobello. Built in 1896, this historic venue offers a range of flexible spaces suitable for meetings, performances, weddings, and community events. The main hall features original period features including high ceilings and ornate architectural details. Located just three miles from Edinburgh city centre, the venue provides excellent transport links while offering the unique charm of a coastal location. The building has been carefully maintained to preserve its historic character while providing modern facilities for contemporary events.
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