Edinburgh Dig
Thorne Records' Scottish artists section in Bruntsfield, Assai Records' signings and listening events in the city centre, and Vinyl Villains' hard rock and metal on Leith Walk.
Walkable · 3 stops · about 1.8 miles. Every stop is close enough to walk. The whole route is about 3 miles or less, so you can leave the car behind. What do route types mean?
The 3 stops
1. Thorne Records
Reasonably priced shop with a dedicated Scottish artists section and a well-regarded under-£15 bin.
Tip: Ask staff for a local artist recommendation — regulars say the picks are excellent.
125 Bruntsfield Pl, Edinburgh EH10 4EQ, UK
Hours
Monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2. Assai Records Edinburgh
Bright, modern shop that regularly hosts signings and listening events.
Tip: Check online stock before visiting — some genres like jazz and reggae run thin in-store.
1 Grindlay St, Edinburgh EH3 9AT, UK
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 12:00 - 5:00 PM 3. Vinyl Villains
Long-running shop strong on hard rock and heavy metal, with rare finds hanging from the ceiling.
Tip: Most stock runs under £25, but look up for the pricier rarities on display.
5 Elm Row, Edinburgh EH7 4AA, UK
Hours
Monday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 PM
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