A historic stone building with a bell tower and arched windows at Greyfriars Charteris Centre, set against a hillside.
A community hall with round tables set with green linens, glassware, string lights, and arched windows at Greyfriars Charteris Centre.
A hall with high vaulted ceilings, skylight, wood floors, and red wainscoting at Greyfriars Charteris Centre
A meeting room with a wall-mounted TV, red fireplace, stacked chairs, and windows with natural light at Greyfriars Charteris Centre.

Greyfriars Charteris Centre

Community Centre

#22 of 177 Birthday Party venues in Edinburgh
#16 of 168 Drinks Reception venues in Edinburgh
  7 reviews  – 
138-140 Pleasance, Edinburgh, EH8 9RR –
Pleasance, Edinburgh
From £16
hire fee
Up to 250
seats
Up to 250
standing
Venue doesn't offer catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Community centre near Edinburgh's Pleasance with adaptable halls and a PA system, perfect for music-friendly events. Great for ceilidhs or casual parties with bring-your-own-DJ options.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Greyfriars Charteris Centre

Binks Hall at Greyfriars Charteris Centre
Binks Hall
Hall
·
Private space
250 seats
250 standing
Discover the Binks Hall, a charming and versatile venue in Edinburgh, nestled within the vibrant Greyfriars Charteris Centre. Whether you're hosting a concert, conference, wedding reception, or simply a gathering of friends, the Binks Hall will transform your event into a truly memorable occasion. Step into a timeless ambiance with its original ce...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Play your own music
from £48 hire fee
Enquire now
St Ninians Hall at Greyfriars Charteris Centre
St Ninians Hall
Hall
·
Private space
100 seats
100 standing
St Ninian’s Hall is a versatile and welcoming venue that is ideal for a variety of events. Whether you're hosting a conference, wedding reception, or simply a gathering of friends, St Ninian’s Hall will transform your occasion into a truly memorable one. Step into a warm and inviting space, with its natural lighting and original features, and let ...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £39 hire fee
Enquire now
Baillie Room at Greyfriars Charteris Centre
Baillie Room
Meeting Room
·
Private space
20 seats
20 standing
The Baillie Room isn't just a meeting room, it's a versatile and comfortable haven designed to foster collaboration and success. Whether you're planning a brainstorming session for your close-knit team, a productive training workshop, or a collaborative group work project, the Baillie Room provides the perfect environment to achieve your goals. Th...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £16 hire fee
Enquire now
Cowan Room at Greyfriars Charteris Centre
Cowan Room
Meeting Room
·
Private space
30 seats
30 standing
Nestled on the lower ground floor of our building, the Cowan Room is more than just a meeting space, it's a tranquil haven designed to spark collaboration and ignite productivity. Whether you're planning a strategizing board meeting, a dynamic team day, an engaging workshop, or a supportive group session, the Cowan Room provides the perfect environ...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
Storage space
Play your own music
from £16 hire fee
Enquire now
Social Enterprise Hub at Greyfriars Charteris Centre
Social Enterprise Hub
Coworking Space
·
Semi-private area
20 seats
60 standing
Leave the mundane behind and enter a world where modern design meets inviting warmth, a space meticulously crafted to unleash your creativity and nurture the connections that spark innovation. In this inspiring workspace, every element is thoughtfully curated to empower collaboration, communication, and focus. Whether you're brainstorming with you...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
from £83 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.2
Amenities
4.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.3
Service quality
3.7
Value for money
3.7
Communication
4.8
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
JW
James W.
Verified review
Self Catering · 50 guests · March 2025 · St Ninians Hall
Super helpful staff and prime location venue.
4.8
JH
Jake H.
Verified review
Meeting · 10 guests · July 2024 · Cowan Room
Room was well priced, functional, solid wifi, convenient location.
5.0
PA
Pascariu A.
Verified review
Party · 20 guests · June 2024 · St Ninians Hall
They asked me for a higher price than on the tagvenue and now after so many days I didn’t receive the guarantee
2.3
JG
Joe G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
6:00 – 6:00
from £16–£83 hire fee per hour
Binks Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £48–£60 hire fee per hour
St Ninians Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £39–£52 hire fee per hour
Baillie Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Cowan Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Social Enterprise Hub
6:00 – 6:00
from £83 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
6:00 – 6:00
from £16–£83 hire fee per hour
Binks Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £48–£60 hire fee per hour
St Ninians Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £39–£52 hire fee per hour
Baillie Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Cowan Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Social Enterprise Hub
6:00 – 6:00
from £83 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
6:00 – 6:00
from £16–£83 hire fee per hour
Binks Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £48–£60 hire fee per hour
St Ninians Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £39–£52 hire fee per hour
Baillie Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Cowan Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Social Enterprise Hub
6:00 – 6:00
from £83 hire fee per hour
Thursday
6:00 – 6:00
from £16–£83 hire fee per hour
Binks Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £48–£60 hire fee per hour
St Ninians Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £39–£52 hire fee per hour
Baillie Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Cowan Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Social Enterprise Hub
6:00 – 6:00
from £83 hire fee per hour
Friday
6:00 – 6:00
from £16–£83 hire fee per hour
Binks Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £48–£60 hire fee per hour
St Ninians Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £39–£52 hire fee per hour
Baillie Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Cowan Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £16–£23 hire fee per hour
Social Enterprise Hub
6:00 – 6:00
from £83 hire fee per hour
Saturday
6:00 – 6:00
from £23–£83 hire fee per hour
Binks Hall
6:00 – 0:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
St Ninians Hall
6:00 – 0:00
from £52 hire fee per hour
Baillie Room
6:00 – 0:00
from £23 hire fee per hour
Cowan Room
6:00 – 0:00
from £23 hire fee per hour
Social Enterprise Hub
6:00 – 6:00
from £83 hire fee per hour
Sunday
6:00 – 6:00
from £23–£83 hire fee per hour
Binks Hall
6:00 – 0:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
St Ninians Hall
6:00 – 0:00
from £52 hire fee per hour
Baillie Room
6:00 – 0:00
from £23 hire fee per hour
Cowan Room
6:00 – 0:00
from £23 hire fee per hour
Social Enterprise Hub
6:00 – 6:00
from £83 hire fee per hour

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 250
standing
Up to 250
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Alcohol provided

About Greyfriars Charteris Centre

Greyfriars Charteris Centre is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Greyfriars Charteris Centre is a community centre housed in a converted church, defined by large, light-filled halls that function as adaptable blank canvases for private events.

Venue highlights: The centre has several large, open-plan halls that clear furniture to create an uninterrupted floor suitable for dancing, performances or seated dining. The venue provides kitchen facilities and a lift to all floors to support caterers and accessibility. The centre can run promoted and ticketed events and accommodates external suppliers and decorators.

Best for: Ceilidhs and folk dances; weddings and private ceremonies; community meetings, club socials and fundraising events.

Location: Pleasance sits beneath Arthur's Seat and neighbours university and festival venues, providing nearby cafés, bars and late-night options for guests to continue the evening.

What guests say: The hall spaces are bright and adaptable, providing a blank canvas for decorators and caterers. The centre provides organised, responsive event support that covers pre-event planning and on-the-day running.

FAQ

No, there is no outside space.

Yes, projector use is available.

Yes. A ladder is available, and a long pole can also be used to hang decorations.

Yes, the venue is accessible for disabled guests.

Yes, bringing your own alcohol (BYOB) or giving alcohol away is allowed; if running a bar a licence must be arranged with the Council.

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At Greyfriars Charteris Centre, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Greyfriars Charteris Centre:

  • Binks Hall hosting 100 guests: £270
  • St Ninians Hall hosting 75 guests: £282.27
  • Cowan Room hosting 30 guests: £569.20

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Greyfriars Charteris Centre is located at 138-140 Pleasance, in Pleasance, Edinburgh.

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