THE TOWER | PORTOBELLO
Photoshoot Location in Edinburgh
Discover one of Edinburgh’s most scenic photography venues. The Tower is a historic seaside building offering natural light, character and complete privacy for shoots, campaigns and intimate wedding photography.
Located in Portobello, Edinburgh’s creative seaside district, The Tower is a restored eighteenth to nineteenth century landmark shaped for visual storytelling. From the outside it appears as a small tower on the promenade, yet inside it unfolds into a sequence of calm, atmospheric spaces that photographers fall in love with.
Each floor has its own mood. Soft north and east facing light, sandstone textures, winding stairs and carefully curated details. The rooftop opens onto panoramic views of Arthur’s Seat, the East Lothian coastline and the Firth of Forth. You can capture quiet portraits by the fire and then step outside to the beach for cinematic frames by the sea.
Whether you are shooting brand photography in Edinburgh, founders’ portraits, editorial campaigns or wedding imagery, The Tower offers a rare blend of intimacy, atmosphere and light. It is one of the most distinctive photoshoot locations in Edinburgh.
Ideal for Photographers and Creatives
The Tower works for a wide range of commercial and creative projects:
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Editorial shoots and brand campaigns
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Fashion and lifestyle lookbooks
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Founders’ portraits and interviews
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Personal branding photography
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Wedding photography and elopement portraits
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Short form content such as Reels, TikToks and mini films
Photographers can move through each level to build a full visual story in one location. For wedding and elopement photographers, the rooms create an editorial but personal backdrop with timeless simplicity. For brands, every floor offers a different texture, colour tone and composition.
From cinematic bridal portraits to refined brand photography in Edinburgh, The Tower adapts beautifully for stills, film and content.
Spaces Included in Your Photography Hire
Each booking includes access to a collection of self contained spaces, giving you variety without leaving the buildinghe Tower works for a wide range of commercial and creative projects:
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Four atmospheric rooms, one on each floor
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Sunlit courtyard for lifestyle content or product imagery
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Open plan kitchen ideal for a lifestyle kitchen set or a holding area
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Living room with sea views, soft light and a fireplace
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Rooftop terrace available as an add on
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Soft north and east light through the day, golden tones at sunset on the rooftop
Crew limits for comfort and flow
Up to 15 people for stills
Up to 12 people for film
Up to 5 people for short form content session
The Tower is compact but varied, which allows creatives to work quickly while keeping the environment intimate and controlled.
Photography Hire Packages
Short Social Session
For Reels/Tiktok, Founder Pieces to camera, quick lookbook
Price on Request
half day
Perfect for fashion, lifestyle or brand photography that requires changes, setups and variety.
Price on Request
Full Day
For larger productions or all day editorial shoots.
Price on Request
Optional Add Ons
Rooftop access
Location manager (on-site liaison)
Runner / PA
Rails, steamers or simple props
Catering
Overtime
Wedding and Elopement Photography
The Tower is also a sought after setting for Edinburgh wedding photography and elopement portraits. Couples can book the tower purely as a photography location or incorporate dedicated photography time into their micro wedding or elopement booking.
Soft morning light in the bedroom, the sandstone staircase, the bright kitchen, the cosy living room and the rooftop with sweeping sea views together create images that feel both editorial and deeply personal. It is a dream location for photographers wanting a backdrop that feels more like a story set in Scotland rather than a generic venue.
Photographers often comment on how calm the building feels to work in. No crowds. No interruptions. Just a private, relaxed space held by a family team who understand production.
The Tower offers the perfect balance between a studio and a location house. Strong visual identity, soft natural light and flexible spaces you can style your own way.
Location and Access
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Situated in Portobello, around 15 minutes from Edinburgh city centre
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Steps from the beach and close to cafés and independent shops
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Quiet residential setting ideal for natural light and controlled sound
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On street parking nearby and simple ground floor load in
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Multiple floors provide varied angles and backdrops without moving equipment across town
Please note that The Tower is a heritage building and is not wheelchair accessible. All floors are connected by stairs.
Compliance and Production Notes
To ensure smooth and safe shooting:
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Public liability insurance required for larger productions
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RAMS needed for film, lighting and any builds
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Only licensed drone operators permitted
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Alcohol may be used as props only unless served by a licensed caterer
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Sound levels kept moderate after twenty one thirty
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All shoots must wrap by twenty two hundred unless otherwise arranged
A dedicated host can be provided to support your crew throughout the day.
Capture your story in a space where heritage meets creativity. Share your preferred date, timings, crew size and the type of project you are planning, and we will send availability, package options and a tailored quote.
Address
The Tower | Portobello
Beach Lane
Edinburgh
EH15 1HJ