On my wish list of things to see on my heritage travel trip to Scotland in July of 2019 was seeing bagpipers play music. Even more magical would be if I did not have to attend a music festival, concert, or the like to see the musicians play. On my first night in Scotland for the trip (Friday 5 July 2019), I found a pair of bagpipers out front of the Woollen Mill donning full kilt-wear and playing their instruments. The music wafted out across the Royal Mile, setting a very Scotland tone to my evening. After picking up dinner from The Baked Potato Shop around the corner I stood and watched the bagpipers play. I tipped a $10 or $20 dollar bill and was on my way. read more

Woollen Mill - Two bagpipers out front, sign above, Friday 5 July 2019. - Edinburgh, EDH

We've been to quite a few cashmere and wool shops during our stay in Edinburg, but the staff at The Wollen Mill were particularly helpful. Both Kate and Vivianne attended to our needs, asking helpful questions and giving us great ideas both for presents and for ourselves. I don't usually write reviews, but it was a very, very good experience. Thank you! read more

Woollen Mill - The Woollen Mill in Edinburgh - Edinburgh, EDH