Mr Wood's Fossils
Mr Wood's Fossils
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
About
Edinburgh's famous fossil shop was established in 1987 by Stan Wood, a self-taught fossil hunter. Since then we've gone on to forge an international reputation for beautiful and fascinating fossils from all around the world, as well as a wide range of minerals, meteorites and jewellery. We go out of our way to hand pick our stock as much as possible, and try to get as close to the original sources as we can to ensure we always have a strong selection of great value, high quality fossils for sale. Popular favourites include ammonites, dinosaur and shark teeth, fossil fish, trilobites and mammoth hair. We welcome browsers, and are used to answering questions, so feel free to take your time.
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Christy
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Friends
I love coming through to Edinburgh, and I always visit the store. I have bought many fossils/ and crystals over the years, but unfortunately the customer service today was very poor. The guy serving made out that asking to see behind the glass cabinets was a chore, and even sighed loudly when I asked, no conversation or smiles very rude, a real shame when the shop is so beautiful.
Written 15 April 2023
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I'm very sorry to hear this. I will speak to the individual concerned.
Written 17 April 2023
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Steviefull
Kidderminster, UK2,035 contributions
Aug 2020
We happened to stumble upon this place on our last day in Edinburgh and couldn't resist having a browse. It is exactly what it says it is, fossils and rocks from around the world which you can buy.
Put simply if this kid of thing interests you then its a great place to visit, if not its a shop with stones in that will bore you senseless.
Put simply if this kid of thing interests you then its a great place to visit, if not its a shop with stones in that will bore you senseless.
Written 1 November 2020
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Sorry, Stevie, missed this at the time. Thanks for taking the time to review, and for making me aware there could be people who find stones boring. I reckon I could change their mind, though.
Written 10 May 2021
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Andrew C
Trondheim, Norway5 contributions
Apr 2023
Great little shop that stocks some rare and interesting fossils and minerals alongside more common but beautiful specimens. The owner, Matt, knows his stuff and prices are good. Always a joy to visit and see what’s new.
Written 24 April 2023
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Thank you, Andrew.
Written 25 April 2023
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Alastair S
Hawick, UK2 contributions
Sept 2021 • Couples
Fantastic selection of fossils and I couldn't help going in on both days of our trip. I came away with a great haul of fossils from various dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.
Highly recommend visiting.
Great selection of minerals, crystals and jewellery too.
Highly recommend visiting.
Great selection of minerals, crystals and jewellery too.
Written 1 September 2021
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Thanks for the review, many Alastairs. Glad you found the place hard to resist. I come here pretty much every weekday, but I'm still not tired of the place.
Written 22 September 2021
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Sarculus
Valkenburg, The Netherlands11 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Fantastic collection of fossils and minerals. Definitely recommended for everyone with an interest in geology and phaenthology
Written 9 August 2019
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Thank you, Sarculus, for taking the time to post a review. Appreciated.
Written 10 August 2019
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Paces3
Reigate, UK6 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
Amazing shop full of interesting artefacts!
The owner is super knowledgable and there are some amazing objects to see/purchase.
Last time I was there I bought a 52,000,000 year old fossilised fish which looked like it should be in a museum rather than available to buy. Well worth a trip if you’re in Edinburgh
The owner is super knowledgable and there are some amazing objects to see/purchase.
Last time I was there I bought a 52,000,000 year old fossilised fish which looked like it should be in a museum rather than available to buy. Well worth a trip if you’re in Edinburgh
Written 11 May 2023
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Thank you, Paces. You can start your own museum now.
Written 12 May 2023
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Strollerman
UK371 contributions
May 2023
This is a favourite haunt for visiting relatives, especially the young ones as there is something for all levels of pocket money. This is a shop kept by a qualified and helpful curator, happy to impart knowledge and advise.
As such it is also a great place to shop for presents to help build their collection. I visited today with such a purpose. Undecided between two fine examples, I dug deep and bought them both.
As such it is also a great place to shop for presents to help build their collection. I visited today with such a purpose. Undecided between two fine examples, I dug deep and bought them both.
Written 11 May 2023
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Thanks, Strollerman. No regrets, I hope. I think I remember which they were - they should be well appreciated.
Written 12 May 2023
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Charles S
Port Wing2 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
I can’t say enough good things about Mr Wood’s fossils. They were extremely helpful and kind. I was looking for something special and they found it for me in the basement. He went the extra mile for me.
Great fossils, rough rock and jewelry, something for everyone. Next time I’m in Edinburg Scotland, you can bet I’ll be back. Thanks so much
Great fossils, rough rock and jewelry, something for everyone. Next time I’m in Edinburg Scotland, you can bet I’ll be back. Thanks so much
Written 5 May 2023
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Thank you very much, Charles. There's something in the basement for everyone.
Written 9 May 2023
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Charles K
Poundbury, UK1,301 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Our grandson was in heaven when he walked into the shop. Prices of items were quite expensive but not excessively so.
Written 29 July 2022
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Hi Charles, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We always make sure there's plenty to suit every budget, so hopefully your grandson was able to find something he loved.
Written 2 August 2022
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Rach
Stone, UK38 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
We LOVED this shop! It is so fascinating and informative. It left us wanting to purchase a number of items. We'll definitely revisit Edinburgh just for this shop!!
Written 27 April 2019
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Thank you, Rach. We'll be here.
Written 15 June 2019
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Why does their posted email address only generate "undeliveable" bounce-backs?
Written 11 April 2018
Hi Jim,
Sorry, you've had this problem. I can't find out why that might be - other mail seems to have made it through, including a couple of yours. I've replied to those, and hopefully you won't have an issue from now on.
Regards, Matt
Written 12 April 2018
Their posted email address only generates "undeliverable" bounce-backs. What's up with that?
Written 11 April 2018
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Hi Jim,
Sorry, you've had this problem. I can't find out why that might be - other mail seems to have made it through, including a couple of yours. I've replied to those, and hopefully you won't have an issue from now on.
Regards, Matt
Written 12 April 2018
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