Rothesay Pavilion

Argyll & Bute

The story of Rothesay Pavilion sits at the heart of this year’s theme. A beloved community building that fell into disrepair and risked being lost entirely, the Pavilion is now the subject of one of Scotland’s most significant heritage restoration projects, a story of Local Authority and community-led revival against the odds.

Our event reflects all three strands of the theme. The restoration itself is an act of reviving a Category A listed building for future generations. The charity’s long efforts to save the Pavilion is an act of resistance, refusing to accept the loss of a building that defines Bute’s cultural identity and ambition for the future. As a community-run cultural venue it represents a reimagining of what heritage buildings can be: not preserved behind glass, but alive, working, and belonging to the people who live and visit here, showcasing and inspiring future generations of makers, artists and performers in a place we call home.

Come and see the future of Rothesay Pavilion. Join us at the Bank of Ideas, our town centre base at 17 High Street, for a free drop-in open weekend. Explore the architectural model of the restored Pavilion, learn about the restoration currently underway, and talk to the team about what the Pavilion will mean for Bute and Scotland,  when it reopens in 2027.

Whether you’re a local with memories of the Pavilion, a visitor curious about one of Scotland’s most ambitious heritage restoration projects, or simply someone who wants to know what’s coming, come and find us. No booking needed. Just drop in.

 

Facilities

• Disabled Access
• Disabled WC
• WC
• Events For Children
• Parking
• Refreshments

Additional Access Information

Our event is held at the Bank of Ideas, 17 High Street, Rothesay, a ground floor town centre venue with step-free access from the street. Street parking is available nearby in the town centre. Please contact julie@rothesaypavilion.co.uk if you have any specific access requirements and we will do our best to help.