From its construction in 1894, in memory of philanthropist Thomas Coats, the former church has seen a lot of history and been through many changes. From its start as the largest Baptist church in Britain, the building has since fallen into disrepair and transformed with a renovation funded by a community fundraising campaign to become the stunning and all-welcoming hosting space it is today.
With a breath-taking nave with seating for 1000, a large ballroom below and an eight-arched crown spire, it is truly the most unique and unforgettable venue hire in Paisley. Along with the smaller function rooms and catering kitchen, we offer a ‘ready to go’ venue for events of all types and sizes.
No other location in Scotland can match Coats Paisley. With everything that makes Gothic Revival such a beloved style and more, our venue will leave guests and hosts alike in awe. We also have our famous Coats gargoyles watching over the venue, and any events being held, a sight to behold by themselves.
Coats Memorial Preservation Trust is a charity set up to maintain the Thomas Coats Memorial Baptist Church building and promote its use as a multi-faceted, world-class event venue.
The charity is headed by a collection of local philanthropists, legal and financial professionals and project managers who have successfully kept the building open and well maintained.
The charity’s main objective is to ensure the building is preserved and enhanced for use by the local Paisley community and made available to a broader national and international audience for various events.
To show support for this wonderful location and the charity, visit our Coats Memorial Preservation Trust shop for unique and sustainable gifts.
Coats Paisley Venue is a stunning location; its buildings and property contain so much history and have long been a staple of the local area. With a range of unique features, a distinct look, and now a provider of versatile hosting options, you will not find another location like it. Perfect for filming, weddings and corporate events, Coats Paisley Venue can accommodate a variety of functions and events and makes for an unforgettable time for all those who attend.
Gothic Revival, or Neo-Gothic, is a style that became widespread during the Middle Ages, eventually coming to rival the classic style of architecture that was so prevalent in the latter half of the 18th century. As an extension of the Gothic style, and an attempt to bring back its characteristics, Gothic Revival touched upon everything from architecture to literature and can be found across Scotland and Europe.
Typically used for church and collegiate architecture, the Gothic Revival style was popularised by English playwright Horace Walpole and his home at Strawberry Hill.
Across the 18th and 19th century, the style continued to spread and, over time, became the basis for a long list of Architectural approaches, such as Carpenter Gothic, Tudor Gothic and Victorian Gothic.
May iconic structures across the UK were constructed or take inspiration from the Gothic Revival style, such as:
Characterised by an emphasis on verticality, highly decorative and ambitious styles, Gothic Revival architecture is often constructed with:
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