Nestled along Portobello High Street, this charming gift shop is a haven for authentic Scottish treasures, from Harris Tweed footwear to quirky chocolates, all served with a warm smile by owner John Paul.
239 Portobello High St, Edinburgh EH15 2AN, United Kingdom Get directions
"As you step into 239 The High Street, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were in a shop in the Scottish Islands that specialised in Harris Tweed. As much tweed as there is, John Paul, the owner, also sells gifts for the whole family. 239 stocks footwear, homewares, bags, hats, local chocolates, lots of tweed, and much more. And, perhaps best of all, if you visit on a Saturday you’ll probably be offered free cake! John Paul was a baker in his previous life, and he still creates delicious baked goods to happily hand out to customers. Fancy browsing the goods but can’t make it to the shop? 239 has an online shop too, with all products available on their website." - Sarah Wardlaw
"239 The High Street, Portobello by Sarah Wardlaw. As you step into 239 The High Street, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were in a shop in the Scottish Islands that specialised in Harris Tweed. As much tweed as there is, John Paul, the owner, also sells gifts for the whole family. 239 stocks footwear, homewares, bags, hats, local chocolates, lots of tweed, and much more. And, perhaps best of all, if you visit on a Saturday you’ll probably be offered free cake! John Paul was a baker in his previous life, and he still creates delicious baked goods to happily hand out to customers.Fancy browsing the goods but can’t make it to the shop? 239 has an online shop too, with all products available on their website."
"239 The High Street, Portobello by Sarah Wardlaw. As you step into 239 The High Street, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were in a shop in the Scottish Islands that specialised in Harris Tweed. As much tweed as there is, John Paul, the owner, also sells gifts for the whole family. 239 stocks footwear, homewares, bags, hats, local chocolates, lots of tweed, and much more. And, perhaps best of all, if you visit on a Saturday you’ll probably be offered free cake! John Paul was a baker in his previous life, and he still creates delicious baked goods to happily hand out to customers.Fancy browsing the goods but can’t make it to the shop? 239 has an online shop too, with all products available on their website."
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