New Edinburgh ice cream spot opens in historic barber shop as locals 'thrilled'
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A new Edinburgh ice cream shop has opened up in a former barbers.
The Little Parlour, who already have a successful shop out in South Queensferry, have launched a new store in Stockbridge. They opened their doors on Sunday, with locals wishing them 'the best'.
Their first shop boasts views across the Firth of Forth, with rave reviews of their fruity blood orange and mango and passion fruit flavours, along with their indulgent marshmallow and Oreo cookie ice creams.
Posting online, owners said: "Exciting News! Opening from Sunday.
"We've recreated The Little Parlour at 28 Raeburn Place. Thanks to the cast of dozens who have helped us get to this point. More pictures coming soon or drop by to see for yourself and grab a Stewart Tower Dairy ice cream."
One local resident responded: "Huge congratulations!! That's a great spot!"
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A second added: "Wishing you all the best for your newest venture. Look forward to visiting soon!"
A third posted: "Amazing news and good luck on your expansion into Stockbridge."
The unit was previously operated by O A Goll, a traditional barber shop which was opened in 1896 and was passed down through the generations.
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Rightmove was advertising the space at £2,083 pcm, which has since been taken off market. Their posting said: "The subjects comprise a self-contained retail unit arranged over the ground and basement levels of a traditional single-storey building held under a flat roof.
"The premises boast a prominent glazed frontage and are accessed directly from Raeburn Place, benefitting from the extensive footfall in the area. Internally, the subjects are currently fitted out to facilitate its previous use as a barber shop. The ground floor currently provides an open-plan space suitable for multiple retail uses whilst the basement can be excellently utilised for additional storage space.
"Stockbridge is one of the most affluent suburbs of Edinburgh, situated less than one mile from the city centre. Raeburn Place is the main commercial thoroughfare in the Stockbridge area. The subjects occupy a prime position towards the east end of Raeburn Place. Stockbridge offers a high end mix of both local and national retailers and charity shops as well as a number of thriving independent restaurants, cafés and bars."
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