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Almond River Records

This Corstorphine record shop earns return visits and warm service in its reviews, across 34 written reviews (averaging about 4.9/5). A useful starting point; confirm the current details before you set off.

Lovely relaxed buying environment and highly recommended for a visit.
Quiet / calm · Google review · 5★

What it is

A record shop in Corstorphine Record shops

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return visits and warm service 34 written reviews (averaging about 4.9/5) helped shape the notes lower down.

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  • warm, attentive service
  • a strong repeat-visit following

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Address
253 St John's Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 7XD, United Kingdom
Postcode
EH12 7XD
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Phone
+44 7729 421682
Listed opening hours
  • Monday: 11 AM to 4 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

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Google rating
4.8 from 39 Google reviews
Review notes
34 written reviews in a 39-review check

Why it might suit

Use this for browsing, discovery, and possible staff-led music recommendations. The review pattern points to warm service and return visits.

  • Staff warmth: 10 review mentions
  • Return / ritual: 5 review mentions

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Very well laid out (for a second hand focussed shop!) and welcoming shop.
Staff warmth · Google review · 5★ · 11 Oct 2025
I'm always happy and willing to support any independent record shop, we need as many to return as possible!
Return / ritual · Google review · 5★ · 23 Apr 2026

Patterns people mention

Staff warmth 10
Return / ritual 5

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