Children's space in Edinburgh

“Went into the Newcraighall store today, on the off chance and because I was passing. I ordered online on Sunday night. I’d had no email confirmation, had no order number, but I could see the transaction on my credit card statement. Anyway, it’s a birthday present for my son and was worried. I’m taking the time to write this because the assistant, Rhonda, was outstanding. It wasn’t even that store but she went above and beyond. I left feeling two things, really relieved that the issue was sorted (and it was- parcel picked up at Meadowbank earlier) and sure that I’d be using Argos (especially the Fort) again. What a nice, competent, helpful woman. ⭐”

“Lovely people did some beautiful balloon decor at such short notice as a surprise for my partner highly recommend !”

“We have had an absolutely fantastic experience with Kumon Maths and English at the Corstorphine centre! My 4.5-year-old daughter has been attending for a few months now, and we’ve seen incredible progress in both her Maths and English skills. A special mention to Kanika, who is simply outstanding. Her dedication, patience, and positive approach make such a difference. Kanika ensures that every child feels supported and confident in their learning journey. My daughter looks forward to every session and enjoys her learning — all thanks to Kanika’s encouragement and the structured Kumon programme. I would highly recommend this centre to any parent looking to build a strong foundation in Maths and English for their child. Thank you, Kanika and team, for all your hard work.”

Situated on Deanhaugh St in the vibrant Stockbridge area of Edinburgh, this modern studio offers a fresh take on grooming. The space features a cool industrial design with large windows that create a bright and welcoming environment. Expert barbers provide a range of services including stylish haircuts and precise beard trims. Each appointment is handled with great attention to detail to ensure every client leaves looking their best. The shop also fosters a unique community spirit, even hosting its own local running club.

“Such a wonderful place run by wonderful people. I love the prenatal yoga classes and homebirth meetings. We've just been to the Active Birth workshop today with Daisy and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Many thanks!”

“The Art and Spirituality Centre is a wonderful space to hold classes and workshops. I have hosted several sessions in the centre and it is always a pleasure to teach there. Giada, the owner, is very welcoming and friendly she is always happy to help with any questions that I have had. The space is very spacious and adaptable for all types of classes and events. Its location is accessible to get to from different areas across the city. As well as being an accessible location, it is accessible for those with disabilities as it's entrance is on street level and the centre is across one floor. I would highly recommend visiting the centre for classes and to hire for your events.”

“Amazing nursery! Staff are always so helpful and lovely towards each children, parents and other staff members. My children love little flyers and we are so lucky to have such a supportive, encouraging and caring staff that take amazing care of our children!”

Substance Barbershop is a modern grooming destination located on Home Street in the Tollcross area of Edinburgh. The interior is designed to be bright and spacious, creating a comfortable and professional atmosphere for all clients. They offer a wide array of services including contemporary haircuts, beard grooming, and specialized styling. The team is particularly skilled at working with children, providing a patient and welcoming experience for toddlers. Every appointment includes a consultation to ensure the final result matches the client's vision perfectly.

“It is the first music museum I have been to and my favorite music museum in the UK so far. It is a combo of concert hall and music museum which belongs to the University of Edinburgh. The exhibit is so amazing, in addition to displaying some native British instruments, there are many French, Italian, German and even other foreign instruments. Originally, the piano without art painting is the piano of the common people, and the piano with art painting is the piano of the nobility. I love the harpsichord (picture 6), with Greek mythology hidden inside the lid, flowers painted on the sound board, a art about Chinese market depicted on the outside, and the piano legs are gilt in gold color. The German curator of the museum explained because that the harpsichord was bought by the French aristocrats and they chose the pattern themselves, and they hired several different painters, that’s why the finished product eventually presented in different patterns and styles, but in fact, there were many 17 century’s harpsichords and pianos of the French aristocrats like this. Thanks to her very much patient explanation, I felt so educated today. They said people can next book a tour guide online in advance, which I will do so next time when I come back, so that I can learn more interesting musical instrument history.”

Ross' Barber Shop is a beloved local fixture in the Corstorphine neighborhood of Edinburgh, known for its genuine and friendly atmosphere. This traditional barbershop provides a range of services including men's haircuts, children's styling, and classic grooming. The shop is particularly noted for being excellent with younger clients, making it a go-to destination for family haircuts. Their approach is straightforward and affordable, focusing on high standards of work and customer satisfaction.

Trigg Hair Studio is an outstanding, curl-friendly hair salon situated on Dundas Street in Edinburgh. The studio is renowned for its exceptionally warm welcome and its dedication to embracing and celebrating natural curls. Specializing in curly hair care, the salon offers expert curly cuts, custom coloring, and professional styling. The highly knowledgeable team provides specialized training and education on how to manage and style curls day-to-day. They cater to clients of all ages, offering patient and gentle curly haircuts for children in a welcoming environment.

“My partner and I had a half day experience with the amazing Danu, she showed us some incredible birds, she was really knowledgeable and funny and made us feel welcome and she was very well informed about the birds. She was also happy to answer any questions which we had. The day was unforgettable, thank you to the staff and to the all the gorgeous birds for having us there :)”

“We were visiting Edinburgh for a few days and I bought tickets to see Wild Rose as an early mother’s day and birthday present for my mother. Staff were friendly, beautiful theatre. The gait and the legroom were great. The show was excellent, but my mum did struggle at times to follow due to her hearing. The performers were brilliant especially the children. Would recommend for a good night out.”

“Gorgeous architecture and magnificent performance. Friendly and helpful staff”

“Always a fab venue so really glad money is being invested into it for an upgrade. I hope they keep the ceiling art! I'd never been to the upper circle before - vertigo! Festival staff were very friendly and helpful. Looking forward to going back next year after the refurb.”

“I hope this wonderful space never falls in to the hands of property developers. Fantastic cafe at MF Coffee and a popup arts and crafts shop open at the moment too. Love it and Wilma the dug approves too.”

“Nice open space- lots of students hanging out enjoying the sun, playing guitars or sports. Some wrought iron benches along the paths. Loads of daffodils in early April and cherry blossoms come out around mid-April.”

“Mohammed is a brilliant barber . With beards and hair . A real artist. I’ve been going there for years . Considering how good he is he’s super reasonably priced too In the past I paid 25 quid for a dodgy barber once and Mohammed even fixed his terrible work for me too ! Can’t recommend highly enough”

“This is a must see in Edinburgh - simply the best thing I’ve visited in years. £21 entry is hugely impressive value for a moment in history . We spent over 2 hours on the self guided tour which was excellent. Visiting the on board cafe too was really great. The employees there are a credit to the whole atmosphere and were so friendly. Lots of interest for everyone including kids with hoot stops on board with bits of uniform etc”

“Beautiful park, great for kids and adults, bring some nuts as the resident squirrels eat them right out of your hand, The parking is free, disabled parking is next to the bandstand, drive through the first parking lot and follow the road through, You could also park in the main street and get access to the front entry of the park, just be mindful of any parking fees or time limits, it is easier to park in the parks, parking lot, There is an old church with an old cemetery, look up to the big square tower of the church and see king Bruce, carved at the top, im not entirely sure but there is a connection to robert the Bruce, from the cemetery the views are absolutely stunning u can see the 3 bridges over the firth of forth Next to this church is the ruins of dunfermline abbey its stunning i prefer ruins, it is free to visit both the church and abbey but for the Abbey they said u had to go online and book your ticket and show the arcade to the staff member You don't need to go into the Abbey grounds to appreciate it, u can look down on it from the cemetery, dogs are allowed into the Abbey but not the church, it is worth going into the church its beautiful beyond words inside A wander around to the glasshouse its full of exotic plants from around the world there is also formal gardens right next to the glasshouse, a bit further up the path heading towards the peacock cafe is a sunken Japanese garden it sadly is a bit over grown and the pagoda thing is falling to bits, its still worth going down there though, Near the cafe, which seemed popular on the day I visited, you will find the peacocks wandering around freely, so its best to keep your dog on a lead in this area, from the cafe its only a short walk back to your car, Overall this park is a must visit especially if you are a history enthusiast, all around the park is hidden remnants of historical buildings My only problem with this park is the chronic lack of signs telling you where to find certain areas, so its just a matter of wandering around until you stumble along something historical There are some pretty steep hills and steep paths made of rocks, but most of the main paths are in good condition but not really suitable for someone in a wheelchair There is an old train engine that kids can climb on, as well as a few large kids play parks There is loads of benches or grassy bits to stop and have a picnic, just keep an eye out for rogue squirrels they really aren't afraid of humans The park is big, around 75 acres if I remember but u can do a short or long walk depending on your fitness Stepping into this park feels like u have stepped back in time, u can feel and imagine how it was like back then, take your time and enjoy the atmosphere of this park xx”

“Emily brilliant at searching out & reaching stock i could not get to, even though she is not that tall. Explained the car park system & put items aside so I could sort out accessible parking. Will shop here again if I'm passing, no longer a store in my locality.”

“Finding the right wedding venue can be so daunting but Dundas and their staff are very experienced and efficient. The venue itself also does not need anything extra as it is stunning! We got lucky with the weather in the end but even if it continued to rain, it was still an amazing day. You can see the value for money in the way they manage big events. It was a day to remember and would highly recommend any bride and groom to book the castle for their wedding. The location is also amazingly close to Edinburgh and the airport. Thank you to all the staff on the day!”

“Lovely place even when market is on, great food and lovely clean area”

“Clean and quiet and fun We went with our 3 children all under 10. The wigwams themselves were clean and comfortable. They look out onto a hay field. There are animals on the farm, but you can choose to interact with them or not. Once my 3 year old discovered there were sheep she could be face to face with, that was it. The owners are all extremely patient, friendly and knowledgeable. If you have any questions about places to go and things to do, they can help you out. The kitchen has almost everything you could need for cooking. There is an indoor entertainment room with games, a TV and table tennis. There is an outside playground. And the toilets and showers are all very clean. Highly recommended for anyone looking to stay outside of the city.”

“My daughter had her 5th birthday there and it was absolutely amazing. Helpful and nice stuff, good contact with the owners. Reasonable price. Would recommend”

“We visited as a family of 6, ranging in age from 2-70. The park was suitable for everybody to visit. We went for refreshments (overpriced) in a nice cafe onsite. We went on the train round the park, which was good fun and informative. We fed the animals, who are quite tame and interested in people (lovely). We used the trampoline, soft play, go-carts, log swing, sand pit, family bikes, musical forest, big chair and gift shop. The weather was nice and the overall day was very enjoyable”