About this location
This restored 400-year-old unit within a historic stone steading, within easy reach of Edinburgh, is a rustic venue filming location in East Lothian. Traditional stone courtyard architecture, a bright contemporary open-plan space of around 915 sq ft with a dark green central island, a dining area, an on-site bar and a private south-facing courtyard suit filming, photography and events.
Key features
- Restored 400-year-old unit in a historic stone steading
- Bright, contemporary open-plan space of around 915 sq ft
- Large dark green central kitchen island
- Dedicated dining area and licensed on-site bar
- Private south-facing courtyard for filming or staging
- Strong natural light and flexible layout
- Step-free access and accessible toilet
- Free on-site parking with EV charging
Room breakdown
- Open-plan main space (approx. 915 sq ft) with central island, dining area and bar
- Accessible toilet
- Private south-facing courtyard
- Access to the wider steading courtyard, landscaped gardens and green spaces
Parking and accessibility
- Free on-site parking for cars and small vans
- Easy loading and unloading
- EV charging on site
- Larger production vehicles by prior arrangement
- Short walk to the local train station
- Step-free access throughout, no internal stairs
- Level private courtyard
Amenities
- Standard commercial power supply
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Generally quiet rural setting (other businesses nearby in the daytime)
- Accessible toilet
- Licensed bar until 9.30pm (extended hours by agreement)
- Kitchen equipment and staff not included in dry hire unless agreed
- Coffee shop and independent businesses nearby
Rules and restrictions
Location Rules and RestrictionsThe space must be used only for the purpose agreed at the time of booking. Any changes to the nature of the shoot or event must be approved in advance.
Maximum capacity must not be exceeded.
The venue operates as an active cookery school. Fixed signage on the entrance door cannot be removed. While we will minimise visible branding where possible, the space cannot be made fully anonymous.
Use of kitchen equipment, catering equipment and Yarrow staff is not included in dry hire unless agreed in writing in advance.
No open flame cooking, deep fat frying or hazardous materials are permitted without prior approval.
No structural alterations, drilling, fixing or attaching items to walls, floors or ceilings without written consent.
Outdoor amplified music is not permitted without prior approval. All events must respect neighbouring businesses within the steading.
Access is limited to the agreed hire period. Setup and breakdown must take place within booked hours. Overtime will be charged.
The space must be left in a tidy condition. Any damage to fixtures, furniture or the courtyard will be chargeable.
Smoking is not permitted inside the building. Smoking may take place outside in designated areas only.