
Local Businesses
Supporting Our Village Shops
Colinton’s local shops are an essential part of what makes our village feel so special. Each one brings its own character, friendly service, and commitment to the community — whether it’s a familiar face behind the counter, specialist knowledge, or simply the convenience of having what you need close to home.
By choosing to shop locally, we help these businesses flourish, strengthen the village economy, and preserve the unique charm that makes Colinton such a vibrant and welcoming place to live. Your support keeps our high street thriving and ensures these valued businesses remain at the heart of village life, along with a few within the Colinton community.
Specialists in home renovation, home extensions, kitchen and bathroom fittings, and outbuildings
Domiciliary care agency. Home care provider includes old age/elderly care, hospital discharge, personal hygiene care, domestic services and home help
Estate agents and legal services provider
Digital service provider developing digital brand solutions and websites.
Building consultants providing dispute resolution, claim preparation, delay analysis and other services to the building and construction industry
Art gallery and picture framing service
Treats a range of foot problems, from corns and calluses to ingrown toenails
A Community pub serving locals, walkers and everyone else in between
Offers eye examinations and screening services for glaucoma, cataracts, diabetes, age related macular degeneration and more
Supermarket selling groceries, newspapers and household goods
Family run Italian restaurant offering seasonal daily specials and a la carte menu
Family run garage
Is a dog-friendly gift shop full of lovely gifts, thoughtful treats
IHF is an award-winning Human Factors and System Integration consultancy
Financial planners offering advice on retirement planning
Architectural practice specialising in domestic and new builds
Electricial contractors providing a comprehensive range of electrical services
Alternative wedding coordination for quirky, fun and alternative weddings.
Colinton-based architecture practice helping Edinburgh and Lothians homeowners design smart, beautiful house extensions and renovations
Hair care and grooming for adults and children
Speciality coffee, baked goods and smashing sandwiches
Offers a tasteful selection of food, gifts, cards and wrapping as well as being the local Post Office
Italian restaurant serving tasty authentic Italian food.
Plumbers and gas engineers providing plumbing, heating, joinery and full property refurbishments
Beauty salon offering a wide range of beauty treatments
Design, manufacture and installation of handcrafted kitchens and interiors
Delivering a wide and rich variety of pizzas and takeaway food
Family run independent funeral directors
Looking for a trusted roofing or building contractor in Edinburgh or across Scotland? Our bespoke service ensures every project is handled with care, professionalism, and attention from start to finish.
Plumbing services including central heating installation
Provides expertise in delivering a diverse range of projects
Video film producers including aerial films, explainer videos, animation, content marketing, website videos and live event filming
A family-operated business offering a comprehensive range of electrical services
Gastro pub serving the local community, walkers and passers-by
Provides financial planning, pensions, savings and investments, protection and life assurance.
Specialist online whisky shop providing an international shipping service, auction management service and rare whisky sourcing
Independent estate agents
IT and computer services for home computer users including laptop computer repair.
We should also mention a few others who are not based in the village but are part of the community
Convenience store situated near to Bonaly Primary School
Nestled between the Pentland Hills and the Water of Leith, our cattery offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature.
Enjoy their delicious selection of hot drinks, soup, scones and cake
Tiphereth is a long‑established part of Colinton, bringing people with and without learning disabilities together in a supportive Camphill community. Their workshops, homes and village gift shop all help create purpose, connection and a shared sense of belonging.

