Venue Studios
Venue Studios, 21 Calton Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8DL
Summary
Venue Studios, constructed in 1900 as a five-storey property enjoys a storied history. From the early 1980s until its closure in June 2006, the building was home to one of Edinburgh’s most iconic music venues, hosting concerts by Coldplay, The Stone Roses, Deacon Blue and Stereophonics amongst a long list of others. Avid followers of the film Train Spotting will know the building from the opening credits.
The building refurbished and extended in 2008 provides 14,000 sq.ft. of contemporary open-plan office space over six storeys whilst retaining whispers of its rock and roll past.
- 2nd floor 2390 sq. ft.
- 3rd floor 2840 sq. ft.
- 4th floor 2730 sq. ft.
The property is in split ownership, Millfield Estates holds a Heritable interest in the Second, third and Fourth Floors.
For more information on the buildings past please click here to read more about it.
Location
Venue Studios is located at the foot of Calton Hill within a thriving business community. Conveniently placed for access to Edinburgh’s prime retail and leisure hubs, including Princes Street, George Street and St James Quarter.
Well connected via bus links, with stops just minutes away at Waterloo Place and Princes Street. Situated opposite Waverley Train Station’s east entrance. 5 minutes walk to the nearest tram stop at St Andrew Square. Choose from a selection of nearby bars, restaurants, cafés and entertainment venues.
Specification
- High quality open plan modern office accommodation.
- Full lift access throughout.
- Dedicated large shower room and toilet facilities for the exclusive tenant use within each suite.
- Car parking spaces available.
- Openable windows throughout for natural ventilation.
- LED lighting throughout.
- New high efficiency VRF air conditioning.
- ewave 5-star telecoms rating certified 2023.
Planning Use
E(g)(i) Office.
Availability
EPC
B
Service Charge
The service charge is running at a low level for a city centre location. Further details are available on request.
VAT
The rent and all other outgoings will be subject to VAT at the prevailing rate.
Further information on the property
To arrange a viewing, the property is being handled by Paul Dobson of Millfield Estates as well as JLL and Savills.
- Kate Jack +44 (0) 781 503 2092Â kate.jack@savills.com
- Ester Parmiter + 44 (0) 781 159 6549Â ester.parmiter@savills.com
- Hannah Done +44 (0) 792 756 6327Â Hannah.done@jll.com
- Alasdair Miller +44 (0) 770 262 1064Â Alasdair.miller@jll.com
Please note that images of the suite are of the existing tenant layout.

