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Why Brands Are Choosing Boutique Venues Over Shops for Pop Ups
For a long time, “doing a pop up” meant renting an empty shop, painting it white, rolling in a few rails, a bit of flyering and hoping people wandered past. In 2025, that just doesn’t cut it anymore. Brands want more than a space to put stuff. They want atmosphere, content, connection, somewhere that already feels like a world their customers want to step into. That’s why more and more labels, makers and agencies are quietly moving away from high street retail units and into
zahra noble
4 days ago7 min read


How to Host a Perfect Birthday Dinner or Celebration in a Private Venue
There comes a point where you don’t really want a big chaotic night out anymore. You want a long table, good food, the people you actually care about – and a space that feels like your own for the evening. That’s whe re private venue hire co mes in. Instead of being squeezed into a noisy restaurant, you get your own building, your own playlist, your own pace. At The Tower Portobello, that’s exactly what we do: small, stylish, seaside gatherings that feel like a very beautifu
zahra noble
Jan 44 min read


The Rise of Intimate Weddings: Why Small Venues Are Becoming the Luxury Choice
Somewhere along the line, big hotel weddings stopped feeling like the only option. Guest lists grew, budgets stretched, and a lot of couples quietly started wondering: is this actually what we want? More and more, the answer is no. Across Scotland – and especially in Edinburgh – there’s a real shift towards small weddings, elopements and micro ceremonies. Intimate weddings are no longer the “scaled back” version. They’ve become the luxury choice. As the owne r of a very small
zahra noble
Dec 28, 20256 min read


The Tower Portobello, Respecting the Stories Built in Stone
Tucked away on Beach Lane, behind the famous Portobello Promenade; The Tower is one of Portobello’s most intriguing historic buildings....
zahra noble
Oct 6, 20252 min read


Revealing the Charm of Private Dining
There is something truly magical about sharing a meal in a space that feels both exclusive and inviting. The soft glow of candlelight,...
zahra noble
Sep 22, 20255 min read
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