Rae Macintosh Musicroom first opened in Edinburgh's George Street in the 1850s, but it ceased trading at the end of March due to "market conditions". The shop, which was originally set up by Mr Rae and Mr Macintosh, sold music books, musical instruments, accessories and gifts. It moved to Shandwick Place in 2013. A social media post said: “We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued custom and loyalty to Rae Mac’s despite the exceptional challenges of past three years.” But due to what it called “the exceptional challenges of past three years”, the store will cease trading at the end of March 2023.Rae Macintosh Musicroom first opened in Edinburgh's George Street in the 1850s, but it ceased trading at the end of March due to "market conditions". The shop, which was originally set up by Mr Rae and Mr Macintosh, sold music books, musical instruments, accessories and gifts. It moved to Shandwick Place in 2013. A social media post said: “We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued custom and loyalty to Rae Mac’s despite the exceptional challenges of past three years.” But due to what it called “the exceptional challenges of past three years”, the store will cease trading at the end of March 2023.
Rae Macintosh Musicroom first opened in Edinburgh's George Street in the 1850s, but it ceased trading at the end of March due to "market conditions". The shop, which was originally set up by Mr Rae and Mr Macintosh, sold music books, musical instruments, accessories and gifts. It moved to Shandwick Place in 2013. A social media post said: “We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued custom and loyalty to Rae Mac’s despite the exceptional challenges of past three years.” But due to what it called “the exceptional challenges of past three years”, the store will cease trading at the end of March 2023.

Edinburgh shops: 22 Edinburgh shops and attractions that closed their doors in 2023 from Gorgie Farm to Matalan

By Neil Johnstone
Published 2nd Jan 2024, 04:45 GMT
Edinburgh lost a wide range of popular shops and attractions this year…here is a list of 22 Edinburgh businesses that closed their doors for the last time in 2023

From popular grocery shops, valued youth centres and well attended boxing gyms, to fashion giants, local butchers, iconic snack vans and urban farms – Edinburgh said farewell to a long list of beloved businesses over the past year.

Here are 22 shops, attractions and other organisations that closed their doors in 2023.

The quirky store in Deanhaugh Street that sold plants and bespoke gifts announced its plans to close in September after three years of trading. Owner, Phoebe Hutcheson, said: “It’s no secret that the past three years in retail have been an absolute whirlwind and continue to be a really challenging time for all of us small bricks and mortar shops. You guys have made this tricky period so hopeful and full of joy for us. None of it would have been possible without you all, and the wonderful women who’ve worked with us over the years, – so from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU.”

21. Dahlia

The quirky store in Deanhaugh Street that sold plants and bespoke gifts announced its plans to close in September after three years of trading. Owner, Phoebe Hutcheson, said: “It’s no secret that the past three years in retail have been an absolute whirlwind and continue to be a really challenging time for all of us small bricks and mortar shops. You guys have made this tricky period so hopeful and full of joy for us. None of it would have been possible without you all, and the wonderful women who’ve worked with us over the years, – so from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU.” Photo: Third Party

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At the beginning of the year, TK Maxx announced it would close its Meadowbank store in February after failing to reach agreement on renewing its lease. A spokesperson for TK Maxx said: “Our landlord has sadly ended the lease at TK Maxx Meadowbank, so we’re sorry to announce that the store will likely close on February 15, 2023. We are very grateful to our hard-working store team and loyal customers who have supported TK Maxx Meadowbank over the years and look forward to seeing them at our nearby stores.”

22. TK Maxx

At the beginning of the year, TK Maxx announced it would close its Meadowbank store in February after failing to reach agreement on renewing its lease. A spokesperson for TK Maxx said: “Our landlord has sadly ended the lease at TK Maxx Meadowbank, so we’re sorry to announce that the store will likely close on February 15, 2023. We are very grateful to our hard-working store team and loyal customers who have supported TK Maxx Meadowbank over the years and look forward to seeing them at our nearby stores.” Photo: Google Maps

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