Shelter
Shelter is a charity shop in Edinburgh, EH3 9JP selling books, music and vintage. Open today 10:00 - 17:00, prices are mid-range.
Is Shelter open today?
Open todayYes, Shelter is open today (Monday 14 September), 10:00 - 17:00.
Tomorrow (Tuesday)
Open 10:00 - 17:00
Open
Every day
About this charity shop
Charity shop selling second-hand books and media.
Details last confirmed on 9 August 2026.
Typical prices
Mid-range
From shopper reviews
Raising funds for
Shelter
View charity profile →Shopper rating
5.0 / 5
2 reviews on Ganddee
What can you do at this charity shop?
- Buy
- Donate
What can you find at this charity shop?
- Books
- Music
- Vintage
Opening hours
Opening hoursOpen todayCloses 17:00
- Monday Today 10:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday10:00 - 17:00
- Friday10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday11:00 - 16:00
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What shoppers say
Reviews for this charity shop
Read all →- Dale★★★★★Aug 2026
Pretty good for finding reasonably-priced electronics. Found an Oculus Rift and a Kodak digital camera here previously.
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Kodak DX6490
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Shelter
Is Shelter open today?
Yes, Shelter is open today (Monday 14 September), 10:00 - 17:00.
Is Shelter open on Saturday?
Saturday: Open 10:00 - 17:00.
Is Shelter open on Sunday?
Sunday: Open 11:00 - 16:00.
What are the opening hours for Shelter?
Shelter is usually open Mon 10:00–17:00, Tue 10:00–17:00, Wed 10:00–17:00, Thu 10:00–17:00, Fri 10:00–17:00, Sat 10:00–17:00, Sun 11:00–16:00. Hours can change on bank holidays, so check before a long trip.
What does Shelter sell?
Shelter typically has Books, Music, Vintage. Stock is donated, so it changes constantly.
Where is Shelter?
Shelter is at 43 Home St, Edinburgh, EH3 9JP, United Kingdom.
Is Shelter worth a visit?
Shelter is rated 5.0/5 from 2 reviews. Shoppers mention Books, Music, Vintage.
Which charity is Shelter?
Shelter is a Shelter shop.
Can I donate items to Shelter?
Most charity shops accept donations of clean, resaleable items during opening hours. Larger items like furniture may need arranging in advance — call ahead.
Are there other charity shops near EH3?
Other charity shops near EH3: Cancer Research UK at 50 Home Street, EH3 9NA (0.0 mi) The Salvation Army at 36 Earl Grey Street, EH3 9BN (0.1 mi) Birthlink Thrift Shop at 6 Bruntsfield Pl, EH10 4HN (0.2 mi) British Heart Foundation at 136 Lothian Road, EH3 9BG (0.2 mi)