Sma' Shot Cottages

Sma' Shot Cottages The Sma' Shot Cottage complex is unique in Scotland and allows a great opportunity to see two distinct periods in Paisley's weaving history.

The Sma Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history. On entering from Shuttle Street, visitors immediately step back into the 18th century into the typical weaver's cottage which was originally built in the 1750s. The cottage has been matched to written descriptions in histories of the town and has only been altered slightly from original dimensions in the 19th century. On crossing the yard, you will visit a small row of three cottages, dated 70 years ahead in the 1820s-1840s, where you can immerse yourself in history as you experience life as a weaver in this historical town during the 19th century. Come along and join us in our tea room, where we serve beverages and homemade goods and share stories of the past. We are open April-September, every Wednesday and Saturday 12pm-4pm, and Fridays 1-5pm. Group/private tours can be arranged on request. Sma Shot Cottages are owned and run by the Old Paisley Society, a registered charity (SC001908). Admission is free, however, all donations towards the upkeep of the cottages are gratefully accepted.

We had a number of phone calls last week asking when we closed for the season. Some dates for your diary; Wed 23/9 12 - ...
21/09/2026

We had a number of phone calls last week asking when we closed for the season. Some dates for your diary; Wed 23/9 12 - 4, Fri 25/9 1 - 5, Sat 26/9 12-4 and Wed 30/9 12-4. Sma' Shot Cottages are open to the public for guided tours and our tearoom and shop will also be open.
Thursday 8/10 1.30 to 3.00pm and Thursday 15/10 1.30 to 3.00pm our new Chat 'N' Craft days (more dates will be confirmed). Please note the Cottages are not open to the general public those days.
Saturday 14th November 12-4 is first of our Christmas Open Days in line with Paisley Christmas Lights Switch on and Saturday 28th November again 12-4 our last day to the public this year.

🎃 Tickets are NOW on sale! 👻 Halloween is back at the Sma’ Shot Cottages, Paisley…and this year, the cottages are haunte...
12/09/2026

🎃 Tickets are NOW on sale! 👻

Halloween is back at the Sma’ Shot Cottages, Paisley…and this year, the cottages are haunted 🕯️ 😱

Prepare yourself for an immersive experience like no other and if you dare to step inside…👀

🎟️ Tickets are now available now!

🔗 Link Below 👇🏻

Will you make it out? 🩸 👻

The Haunted Cottage - A Sma' Shot Mystery

6th year running! Explore Paisley’s eerie past in a brand-new, unseen Halloween show packed with history, haunts & jump scares!

👻 THE HAUNTED COTTAGE – A Sma’ Shot Mystery 👻This October, dare to enter… if you’re brave enough! 🕯️🏚️🕘 9PM | 🔞 Adults O...
09/09/2026

👻 THE HAUNTED COTTAGE – A Sma’ Shot Mystery 👻

This October, dare to enter… if you’re brave enough! 🕯️🏚️

🕘 9PM | 🔞 Adults Only

🎟️ Tickets available on Eventbrite from midnight 11th September

Will you solve the mystery? 👀

CHAT 'N' CRAFT Sma' Shot Cottages would you like to come along and join us in our tearoom, bring your own work in progre...
07/09/2026

CHAT 'N' CRAFT Sma' Shot Cottages would you like to come along and join us in our tearoom, bring your own work in progress and share chat and crafting on Thursday afternoons from 1.30pm to 3.00pm commencing Thursday 8th October? If so please register your interest, drop us an email at [email protected], a message on Facebook or Whatsapp 07884 518262 and we will confirm by the end of September. Pics for interest only we don't have any sheep at the Cottages but it is rather lovely 😊. Please note the Cottages are closed to general public at the end of September.

What a busy weekend we had. Doors now shut till Wednesday 9th Sept and our volunteers have gone home to have a well earn...
06/09/2026

What a busy weekend we had. Doors now shut till Wednesday 9th Sept and our volunteers have gone home to have a well earned rest! It was so lovely to have many visitors taking part in Doors Open Weekend. Thanks to volunteers and visitors for keeping our wee museum in the public eye.

05/09/2026
🎃 The Sma’ Shot Cottage Halloween Experience is BACK for its 6th year! 👻And this year, we’re bringing you a brand-new sh...
02/09/2026

🎃 The Sma’ Shot Cottage Halloween Experience is BACK for its 6th year! 👻

And this year, we’re bringing you a brand-new show that’s never been seen before! 🕷️

Prepare for a Halloween experience like no other… if you dare! 😈

🎟️ Tickets will be available on Eventbrite from 12th September.

Keep your eyes peeled for more details! 👀🎃

Sma' Shot Cottages are taking part in Doors Open Weekend. Come in and see us. Saturday 12.00noon till 4.00pm and Sunday ...
01/09/2026

Sma' Shot Cottages are taking part in Doors Open Weekend. Come in and see us. Saturday 12.00noon till 4.00pm and Sunday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. You can enter our museum via 2 Sma' Shot Lane or 14 Shuttle Street. Take a tour of 18th and 19th Century cottages. Pop into our well stocked shop and visit our tearoom.

98 years ago today Mrs Donoghue paid a visit to a cafe in Wellmeadow Street and what ensued made legal history. Why not ...
26/08/2026

98 years ago today Mrs Donoghue paid a visit to a cafe in Wellmeadow Street and what ensued made legal history. Why not pop in to the Cottages today and hear the story of the slug in a bottle? 1pm and 2pm Linda will tell the tale in our tearoom. Afternoon teas are fully booked but there is room if you would like a cup of tea and homebaking while you join us in a toast to Mrs D and her persistence. (There are some spaces on Friday for Afternoon Teas and a repeat rendition).

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2 Sma' Shot Lane
Paisley
PA12HG

Opening Hours

Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

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