Portobello Baptist Church
Edinburgh
Portobello Baptist Church is in the building that was the 1st Portobello Town Hall. It is built on the site of the 1st dwelling in Portobello. It's hall was relocated from the Devil's Porridge site in Gretna after the 1st World War.
Tours offered throughout the afternoons when there is a group of about 6 ready to go.
2024 Theme - Heritage of Routes, Networks and Connections
The building was built on the site of the first dwelling in Portobello and from which the town takes its name (Puerto Bello House). It was the first town hall and on the route of the London stagecoach from London to Edinburgh. The original building was a staging post and hostelry for fishwives making their way from Musselburgh to Jock's Lodge - the start of Edinburgh.
Digital Resources
Virtual Tour 2021
Being on Portobello High Street and just looking “like a cafe”, people do not realise what is in the building. Come and see for yourself sometime! Until then however, we hope you will enjoy a quick virtual visit below in this video specially produced for Doors Open Days.
Go on a virtual guided tour!Facilities
Gallery
Key Information
No Booking Required.
Where to find us
Address
- 189-193 Portobello High Street
- Portobello
- Edinburgh
- EH15 1EU