As we see lockdown measures beginning to lift, we take a look at some of the fantastic independent Edinburgh businesses you will be able to visit once they reopen.

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As lockdown starts to lift we look at independent retailers we can't wait to visit Photo: Commons

. Armchair Books
The family-run bookstore has been offering a delivery service through the pandemic but we miss the quirkiness of the shop na being able to browse the rare titles. Photo: Ethan Trewhitt

. Golden Hare Books
Award winning Stockbridge bookshop Golden Hare Books is atop the list for visiting once it reopens fully Photo: Flickr/byronv2

. W. Armstrong & Son
Edinburgh institution W. Armstrong & Son is one of the UK's oldest and most loved vintage clothing stores established in 1840 Photo: W. Armstrong & Son

5. Epitome of Edinburgh
New Town boutique Epitome of Edinburgh is open for business online but we can't wait to get back to browsing the designer goods in store. Photo: Google Maps

6. Lifestory
London Street's Lifestory brings a little Scandi style to the Capital in the form of stylish homewares, jewellery, accessories and stationery Photo: @wearetrouva

7. Valvonna & Crolla
Valvonna & Crolla are celebrating 85 years on Elm Row this year, offering fresh and authentic Italian produce is their specialty and the cafe inside is worth visiting when it finally reopens fully Photo: JPIMedia

8. Maison de Moggy
Scotland's first cat cafe offers a unique experience to enjoy a coffee and a cake alongside the resident cats and closed its doors in March. Photo: TJ DeGroat