An eclectic array of specialist retailers makes Scott Street – and neighbouring Kinnoull Street – a destination point for many shoppers.
When you shop with an independent specialist you will discover a depth of knowledge and understanding that is seldom found in large chain stores or national brands. Individuals who have moulded their hobbies and passions to create the stores we all love to need.
Pick up a made-to-measure kilt – or made-to-measure ski boots. Hone your talents in sewing or photography, or indulge your inner geek with vinyl records, stamp collecting and Warhammer. There’s even a shop for the family pet and someone to answer your IT dilemmas!
Experts one and all, make your way onto Scott Street and Kinnoull Street and you’ll find yourself in more than one safe pair of hands.
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A Perth institution, Concorde has been serving the music lovers of the city since 1967 and is the oldest, family-run record shop in Scotland – and one of the oldest in the UK.
Specialising in new vinyl, CDs, DVDs, record players, tshirts and clocks, they also have an extensive selection of second hand vinyl and cds covering all genres of music.
Well known to collectors, Concorde also sells old stamps, postcards, cigarette cards, football programmes and second-hand books. A must-visit shop for a unique gift.
Certainly worth a visit if you're in the area, Concorde is renowoned for being more than just a record shop!
Craigdon Mountain Sports is one of the largest independently owned outdoor clothing and equipment stores in the area.
The shop has an unrivalled snow sports and outdoor clothing range, from base layers to technical jackets, socks, boots, shoes and hats.
They also stock camping, bike packing, and running equipment.
Karla and the team are expert ski-boot fitters, and this depth of knowledge extends to their whole range, from rucksack fitting to ski servicing.
They are delighted to help beginners, and experienced enthusiasts, and can assist anyone looking for gifts for outdoorsy loved ones!
Launched in 1866, Begg Shoes remains a small independent chain with nine stores spread across Scotland.
Run by the sixth generation of the Begg family, the brand principles of quality product and excellent customer serice remain as true today as they did back then.
Managed by Brenda, who has been through an intensive course via the Society of Shoe Fitters, is assisted by a fanastic team of local ladies, you will find a warm weclome and expert advice awaits you.
They sell a wide range of top-quality footwear for ladies, gents and children, as well as bags and purses and brands include Ecco, Rieker, Fly, Hush Puppies, Blundstone and Sorel.
This Little Stitch was established in December 2022 by local woman, Ellen Fulton, who wanted to provide high quality fabrics, yarns and crafting materials to local people.
This Little Stitch stocks a large range of quilting cottons, dressmaking fabrics, haberdashery, and wool.
Alongside this, they offer exciting and unusual crafting kits for all skill levels and ages.
Whether you’ve been crafting forever or are just starting out, Ellen can help you get your next hobby started!
Shaun Ward, a passionate photographer, launched Perth Photo Lab in 2022 and has tailored the shop to the growing demands of amateur and professional photographers.
Offering specialist printing and developing for digital and film photographers, Shaun’s customers come from across Scotland to use his trusted services when producing their precious photographs.
Other services include scanning prints and slides, and the transfer of VHS or cine film to DVD so those precious memories can reach another generation.
They sell film, picture frames, canvases and can offer passport prints for any country, driving licence and ID photographs.
If this has inspired you, then do ask about workshops and courses for beginners looking to start their photography journey.
Whether it’s looking after your canine friend, cute cat, family fish or feeding the ducks at the pond, Alan’s Pet Shop has all you and your favourite animal could possibly want or need.
As a family-run business, with over 37 years’ experience, Alan and the team know how to choose the best products for you and your pet. Quite simply, if it doesn't pass their rigorous standards, they don't let it in!
The staff are all highly knowledgeable with all things pet related and are extremely informative when it comes to pet nutrition. They stock only the best in modern, quality-assured pet food and pride themselves on offering all natural treats for your dogs.
Together with their hardworking team, Charlie and Justin, the duo behind Perth’s longest-established independent computer sales and repair shop, have carried out over 25,000 repairs!
Experts one and all, you can also trust them to give the best advice when buying a new desktop computer, laptop or gaming system.
They also stock printers, and other computer accessories, and provide specialist gaming chairs for comfort and support.
Ideal for professional purchases to keep your comms flowing, and for the latest gifts for gaming enthusiasts.