Our Café is closed until 1st June

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Our Café is closed until 1st June -

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At the centre of Edinburgh. Round since 1784.

A place to pause, pray, question and belong.

At the heart of George Street, Edinburgh New Town Church is a place of worship, welcome and community. Scotland’s only elliptical shaped church, it was built around people and continues to serve the life of the city today.

Come for worship, attend an event, discover this remarkable historic space, or pause for a moment of quiet reflection. Our much-loved café, run by volunteers and known for its famous scones, offers a warm welcome to all.

Open throughout the week, we are part of Edinburgh’s daily life and open to everyone.

Welcome

Plan your visit
Plan your visit

Worship Sunday at 10.30am
Tuesday at 1pm (Holy Communion)

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The Undercroft Café
Monday to Friday 10.30am to 2pm

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What’s On
Events and activities at the church

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Visiting
Open Monday to Friday 10.30am to 2pm

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Find Us
13 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PA

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Worship With Us

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Our Minister, the Rev’d Dr Conor Fegan, leads worship bringing people together in faith, reflection and shared life.

Gathered from across Edinburgh, we are a community shaped not by parish boundaries, but by people. We come together to pause, pray, question, connect and serve.

For worship and music. For conversation and friendship. For coffee and occasional cake.

Church

Join Our Services

At 13 George Street or watch online

Events & Concerts

Take a look at what’s happening round here

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Church Life

Ways to connect, take part and belong.
Open each section below to find out more.
For full details, visit the Church Life page.

Explore church life
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The Undercroft Café

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Beneath the church, The Undercroft Café offers something a little different on George Street. Run by our team of volunteers and known for its famous scones and homemade soups, it is a place for good coffee, simple food and a warm, genuine welcome.

In a street of familiar high street names, this is a space to sit, take your time and know that your visit supports something wider. Taste good. Do good.

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About the café

Music

Music has long been part of life at Edinburgh New Town Church. From the sound of our historic bells, first hung in 1788, to the richness of choir and organ, music shapes both worship and performance here.

Led by our Director of Music, Ian Munro, with a dedicated choir, regular recitals and a space known for its acoustics, it is a place where music is heard, shared and enjoyed.

Music at the church
Music at the church
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Plan Your Visit

On George Street, Edinburgh New Town Church offers a place to pause within the rhythm of the city.

Step in from the bustle outside to find quiet, reflection, and the sound of bells and singing. Just minutes from Waverley Station, with buses stopping at the door and tram links close by on Princes Street and St Andrew Square, we are easy to reach from across Edinburgh and beyond.

Getting here
Getting here
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Your Event at ENTC

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At the heart of George Street, our unique elliptical space offers a memorable setting for events of all kinds.

With remarkable acoustics, historic character and a range of flexible spaces, it is a place shaped around people and made for gathering.

Host your event here
Host your event here

Any Questions?

  • No. You are very welcome whether you have a faith, are exploring, or simply curious.

    Edinburgh New Town Church is open to all. People come for many reasons, for worship, for quiet reflection, for music and events, or simply to spend time in the building. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome.

  • Yes. The church is open during the week and you are welcome to come in, take a look around and spend some time in the space.

    There are usually welcomers on hand who can show you around and share some of the history and stories of the building. If you would like a more in-depth tour, or have a particular interest, such as the organ or the architecture, this can be arranged in advance.

  • Some events require booking or tickets, while many others are free to join.

    The best place to check is the events section of the website, where each listing will clearly explain whether booking is needed and how to attend.

  • There are many ways to take part in the life of the church, from groups and gatherings to music, volunteering and community activity.

    You are welcome to begin wherever feels comfortable, whether that is attending an event, joining a group or offering your time. The Church Life section of the website is a good place to explore what is available.

  • We aim to make Edinburgh New Town Church as welcoming and accessible as possible.

    Information on access, including step-free entry and facilities, can be found on the Visit Us page. If you have specific requirements, you are very welcome to get in touch and we will do our best to help.

  • Edinburgh New Town Church is located on George Street in the centre of the city.

    You will find us easily reached from Waverley Station, with bus routes stopping nearby and tram links within a short walk. Full directions and transport details are available on the Visit Us page.