Caley Picture House
Caley Picture House, Category B listed pub on Lothian Road, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Description
Caley Picture House is a multi-story building on Lothian Road with large windows and ornate architectural details from the 1920s era. Inside, visitors find a pub with multiple areas spread across different levels for dining, drinking, and entertainment.
History
The building opened in 1923 as a venue for silent films and switched to talking pictures in 1928 before eventually becoming a pub. This transformation reflects how entertainment spaces evolved with new technologies and changing needs.
Culture
The building keeps its cinema past alive through design choices and how people use the spaces for gatherings and entertainment. You can sense this dual identity in the way the rooms are arranged and filled with activity.
Practical
The building is easy to reach on Lothian Road and has multiple entrances providing access to different levels. Visitors should know that it gets busier on weekends and evenings, with different areas offering different atmospheres.
Did you know?
The building preserves its cinema-to-pub transformation perfectly, with original 1920s theater features still visible in its structure. These details make the place a living example of Edinburgh's entertainment history that visitors can discover while inside.
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