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

9. The Red Door Gallery
The Old Town's boutique one stop shop for local artists to sell original work, prints, jewellery and crafts has work from over 100 Scottish artists with some 3000 unique artworks on display and we can't wait to pop in. Photo: The Red Door Gallery

10. Paper Tiger
Trading from Lothian Road and Stafford Street, Paper Tiger offers design led products from new and established Edinburgh and UK based artists and is the destination for contemporary cards, distinctive wrap, exciting stationery and innovative gifts. Photo: Paper Tiger