Popular Edinburgh Fringe venue put up for sale

One of the best-known Edinburgh Fringe venues has been put up for sale.

The Herald reports that Oesselmann Estate Limited, owners of Summerhall Arts Centre, has announced its intention to sell the building.

Estate agents CuthbertWhite say prospective owners have several "refurbishment options," including residential, offices, or student housing.

Robert McDowell, Director of Summerhall Management Ltd, which has been running the building since 2011, said: “I am so proud to say that I have been part of building a space that adheres to the original spirit of the festival and has provided a space for artists, creators and makers to play, build and grow over the years.

“My hope is that with new owners buying the building, Summerhall will be strengthened for the future – and continue its miraculously extraordinary activities, new investment and vigour for the next decade and beyond.”