Begg Shoes in Lerwick
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Begg Shoes Lerwick, Shetland Isles is a family-run independent shoe shop established in 1886. The store offers a footwear for men, women and kids of all ages and budgets. Stocking modern fashionable shoes which are also comfortable and fantastic value where you will find something among the vast range of courts, casual shoes, trainers and walking boots to fit your pocket.
In addition to our commitment to providing high-quality products, we are also proud to be a National Living Wage employer and prioritise the development of our team of expert shoe fitters. Our belief is that proper fitting footwear is crucial for overall well-being, so you can trust that you will leave our store with a comfortable and correctly fitted pair of shoes.
The shop itself has a really interesting history. The building is listed (Grand Hotel 1887) and was designed by the same architect (William Hamilton Beattie) who also designed Jenner's & the Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh. The shop was previously an independent shoe shop before DE Shoes took over, which subsequently became Begg Shoes that it remains to this day.
At our Lerwick store, we offer a range of convenient services for our customers, including free Click & Collect and returns to the store. We also have a loyalty rewards program where you can earn a £10 voucher for every £200 spent in store or online. In addition, we welcome dogs in the store as long as they are kept on a lead. We aim to provide a friendly and enjoyable shopping experience for all, including our furry friends.
Blue Light Discount
We offer 10% discount across our range to Blue Light Cardholders in store. Terms & conditions apply.
Opening Hours
Monday - Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where are we?
Full Address - 147-151 Commercial St, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0EX
Travelling by car? Situated in the heart of Lerwick Town Centre there is ample parking nearby at the Victoria Pier.
Travelling by bus? There is an excellent public bus service providing easy travel options into town from the surrounding areas. The nearest stop to the store is Harrison Square.
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Book an Appointment
Kids Fitting Appointment
Kids feet are forever growing. Our team can provide the practical and helpful advice you need to make the right choice of footwear for healthy and happy feet. And with our appointment service, you will be able to skip any queues and keep parental stress to a minimum.
Private Shopping Appointment
We also offer appointments with our expert team at a time that best suits you. Our expert team will be on hand to advise on trending styles and shoes that best suit your footwear needs.
Womens Shoes
When you visit Begg Shoes in Lerwick you'll find we have a vast selection of women's shoes available in store. We cater not only for our local customers but also to the many tourists who visit our wee island. When it comes to comfort you'd be hard-pressed to find a more suitable pair of shoes than a pair of Rieker shoes.
Our Lerwick shoe shop has one of the biggest ranges of Fly London in the UK, ranging from sandals for the summer to boots for the winter.
Womens Skechers
Our Skechers collection is huge. Whether you are looking for Skechers sandals, pumps or just trainers, we have them all. With such a wide variety, you can have Skechers for every season including Skechers boots for the winter.
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Kids Shoes
We love it when the wee ones visit our Lerwick shoe shop. In our store, you'll find a great range of shoes for children of all ages. Our selection of kids' Skechers is huge and includes many different styles in as many colours as you and your little one like.
Our team in Lerwick has been expertly trained and offers a free measure & fit service for all our customers, so bring in your little one and get them professionally fitted for their new shoes. We encourage our customers to book a fitting appointment to avoid queues. We offer a Kids Loyalty Card: buy ten pairs of kids' shoes and get one free!
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Mens Shoes
Our Lerwick shoe shop stocks a vast selection of shoes for men, whether it's a pair of trainers, casual shoes or even smart shoes for work. Our collection features something for every budget and occasion.
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Qualified Professional Shoe Fitter
For those looking to get professionally measured and fitted for new shoes, rest assured our Lerwick store can help. The team in store has undergone extensive training to become qualified shoe fitters.
Store Address
Begg Shoes Lerwick
Monday - Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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