Corgaff in Scotland retail shops

[Mumtobe202310]

Hi All,

so I've been very stupid and forgot to pack my trainers for my trip to Scotland. we are living in corgarff and as far a sim aware any shop is very far.

But, I need trainers!!!

What is the best option for me please?

We are living in an Airbnb there. I can't believe ive been this stupid.

What is the best option for me in getting trainers to me? are there any retail close by that I may have missed or is there any option of delivering shoes to an Airbnb?

I camt with my in laws so want to be discreet and not make a big fuss so please advice me what I can do!

Amazon? Next? Any online retailer that does speedy delivery.

Marks and Spencer next day delivery.

Physical shops wise, I'd think Ballater will be nearest?

Amazon - next day delivery.

Why do you need to be discreet?

they will all tell me off for being silly😂 I don't want that at all not with a 20 month old baby

oh my days you're so sweet! it's not too far from here at all, half an hour!! thank you so much. do you live in Scotland?

if I love in an Airbnb would I have to contact the person who ownd the Airbnb?

You could try Alford.
Inverurie is the largest nearby town with a decent selection.
If you are Costco members there is a warehouse in Westhill. Turn right at the roundabout where Tesco is up on your right. Follow road to next mini roundabout, turn left & Costco is on your right.

There is also Banchory (30 mins from Ballater). There is a shoe shop having a sale. I can check with dd for the name & address if you want it.

I've had a supermarket grocery delivery to an Airbnb and didn't think anything of it. If you're worried you could message the host.

Have you looked in Goodbrand & Ross on the main road?

Well that's an education. Have never heard of Corsgarff🤫

if I love in an Airbnb would I have to contact the person who ownd the Airbnb?

No.

Just get a delivery, unless you want a shop you can go to try on sizes? Most places like Next, M&S, Amazon etc deliver next day to AB postcodes, just check the retailers delivery T&Cs.

If you're not fussy about brands what about a supermarket that stocks clothing and footwear.

(FWIW- I was on my way to the Hebrides when I realised that the only shoes I had with me was the court shoes I was wearing).

Next have an excellent next day delivery service and stock enough brands for you to find a pair similar to ones you already have (and know will be comfortable).

Oh you're right next door to Balmoral and Birkhall @Mumtobe202310, you'll probably bump into Charlie when you're out buying your trainers.

Interesting that the defensive wall around Corgarff Castle is star shaped.

The Shoe Shack in Banchory.

Next day delivery?! To some AB postcodes, certainly, but many are considered "Scottish Highlands" and you'll be lucky to get delivery in 3 days.

Luckily for the OP, she's in an area with lots of sports/outdoors shops. Ballater, Banchory, Braemar - all will have shops and all would be nice places to visit so the OP can sneak off and go shopping.

I've had next day parcels for AB31, but yes not all AB postcodes would be. Plenty of actual shops in the area too although OP has probably gone home by now, hopefully having found suitable footwear last week.

guys, I just wanted to thank you all for your replies. I'm back in London now and glad! travelling with a 10 month old by car, as someone herself who gets carsick was so difficult. There was a day of like near 10 hours drive total and I was struggling but numb if that makes sense. but yes would not recommend with a baby going this far by car. Needed to update you all though about the shoes!! was waiting to settle down in London first with unpacking laundry etc. Soooo, basically, we went to Aberdeen for some sightseeing and guess what?! there was a big Sports Direct!!! And best believe i went in there and chose the first trainers I could find and some socks. 😂😂 not bad, some slazenger trainers and comfy they are and I was able to do all the walking on trails and to go to waterfalls after that. But honestly, thank you guys so much, this thread was so lighthearted and helpful, love it. And plsssss everyone, remember to take appropriate footwear on holidays!