16 amazing Edinburgh photos of Dean Village throughout the years
Situated just five minutes away from Princes Street, Dean Village was the centre of a successful grain milling area for more than 800 years – and has been described as the most picturesque part of Edinburgh.
Do you remember Dean Village when it used to look like this?
Take a look through or picture gallery see how it has changed – and stayed the same.
1. Belford bridge
Belford Bridge was completed in 1887 and carries Belford Road over the Water of Leith. Year: 1944
Photo: TSPL
2. Warehouse fire
Flames can be seen here rising from a fire that broke out at the warehouse of theatrical costumiers William Mutrie and Son at Bells Brae in Dean Village. Year: 1957
Photo: TSPL
3. Doing the washing
A village resident can be seen here hanging out her washing to dry. Year: 1960
Photo: TSPL
4. A house to be demolished
Dean Village resident Mrs E Brash is here in her home that is scheduled to be demolished. Year: 1961
Photo: TSPL