Eden Court is an arts venue on the banks of the River Ness in Inverness, with theatre, dance, music, comedy and cinema on its programme. The riverside location is about an eight-minute walk from Glen Mhor Hotel at Uile-bheist 'Brewstillery', and the venue is also close to the city centre.
- Location: Bishop’s Road, Inverness, IV3 5SA.
- From Inverness city centre: approximately a five-minute walk.
- Venue: two theatres, two cinemas, two multipurpose studios and three art galleries.
- Getting there: walk, cycle or drive; there is no bus service to the venue.
Where is Eden Court in Inverness?
Eden Court is on Bishop’s Road beside the River Ness, just west of Inverness city centre. The venue’s three connected buildings collectively span three centuries. The Ness Walk route through Inverness follows the same riverside setting.
Eden Court first opened in 1976. It closed in 2004 for a £25 million extension and refurbishment, then reopened in 2007. Its performance spaces include the Empire, which seats 850, and the One Touch, which seats 260.
The programme ranges from theatre, dance, music and comedy to cinema. Film screenings include new releases, arthouse, independent, cult and classic films, as well as live and encore broadcasts. The two cinema screens are the Playhouse, with 86 seats, and La Scala, with 134.
What should you check before booking a performance?
Check the individual event page for performance times, event-specific age guidance and booking details. Children of all ages are welcome unless a performance has a stated age restriction.
You can book online, in person or by telephone at 01463 234 234; email booking is also available at boxoffice@eden-court.co.uk. Eden Court’s building and Ticket Sales desk open from 4pm on Monday and Tuesday, and from 11am Wednesday through Sunday; the desk closes at 8pm daily.
The phone line is open from 4pm to 6pm on Monday and Tuesday, and from 12pm to 6pm Wednesday through Sunday.
E-tickets are free. Posted tickets cost £2.50 per transaction, while printing tickets at Ticket Sales costs £1. You can reserve tickets in person or by phone, but reservations are held for three working days and are not available for events less than seven days ahead.
Booking fees are included in ticket prices. The per-ticket fee is £1.50 for tickets under £20, £2.50 for tickets priced £20–£34.99, and £3.50 for tickets priced £35 or more.
Cinema prices are £10 for standard tickets, £8 for Eden Court Friends, £6 for Under 26 or Low Income tickets, £5 for Under 26 Friends and £5 for Family tickets. Alternative-content screenings are excluded from regular pricing.
How do you get to Eden Court from Inverness city centre?
From the High Street, cross Ness Bridge, then continue along Ness Walk and Bishop’s Road beside the river. The walk from the city centre takes approximately five minutes.
There is no bus service to Eden Court. Inverness bus station on Margaret Street is approximately a 15-minute walk away, and Inverness railway station is approximately a 15-minute walk from the venue. Cyclists can use the Riverside Way cycle route; Eden Court has two bike-locking bays.
If you are arriving by air, the guide to getting from Inverness Airport to Inverness covers the journey into the city.
What are the parking and access arrangements?
Eden Court has a pay-and-display car park behind the building. Charges are £1 for 0–1 hour, £2 for 1–2 hours, £3 for 2–4 hours and £4 for 4–10 hours; payment is cashless through RingGo. The Cathedral pay-and-display public car park is another nearby option, but parking areas can become busy and you may need to park farther away.
Eden Court is equipped to welcome visitors with access needs. If you use a wheelchair for a performance, book a designated wheelchair space; the venue also recommends arranging one of its customer-use wheelchairs in advance.
Before you go
Opening hours, ticket arrangements and parking charges can change, so check the official site before you go.
Glen Mhor offers hotel rooms in Inverness.
FAQs
What kinds of performances are at Eden Court?
The programme includes theatre, dance, music, comedy and cinema, from new releases and independent films to live and encore broadcasts.
How many theatres does Eden Court have?
There are two theatres: the Empire, with 850 seats, and the One Touch, with 260 seats.
Can you book Eden Court tickets by phone?
Yes. Call 01463 234 234 during the Ticket Sales phone line’s opening hours.
Is there a bus to Eden Court?
No bus service goes to the venue. Inverness bus station on Margaret Street is approximately a 15-minute walk away.