Behind the buttery-yellow exterior and blue-check café curtains, Skout is a small but characterful trove of secondhand finds. Part vintage shop, part curiosity cabinet, it specialises in thoughtfully sourced pre-loved clothing, objects and collectables. Peruse rails of well-kept garments alongside ceramics, oddities and design pieces. Family-run and open Thursday to Sunday, come with time on your hands for a slow rummage, and leave with something unexpected.

Kestin is the flagship home of designer Kestin Hare’s modern Scottish label. The brand blends heritage references – workwear, military and outdoor gear – with clean contemporary tailoring and exceptional fabrics. Expect overshirts, technical outerwear, knitwear and trousers designed for everyday wear but built with serious craftsmanship. 

At Stockbridge Eating House, things feel charmingly old-school in the best way. Chef Dale Mailley (formerly of Gardener’s Cottage) runs this tiny St Stephen Street bistro with gingham tablecloths, communal tables and a blackboard menu that shifts with the day’s produce. The cooking nods to classic European comfort food including chicken and chips with Café de Paris butter, good bread, proper mousse and plenty of red wine.

On a light-bathed corner of Stockbridge's St Stephen Street, treen is a boutique proving sustainable fashion can be both beautiful and practical. Founder Cat Anderson curates vegan clothing, knitwear and accessories from thoughtful independent labels, including organic cotton staples, low-impact denim, cosy Scandi knits and plant-based leather bags. Everything here is chosen for longevity, ethics and effortless wearability.