This week marks Edinburgh Evening News’ 150th anniversary, meaning the paper has been around longer than many of Edinburgh’s most recognisable spots. However, there are some constants that have remained throughout the past 150 years.
Here are 10 things that haven’t changed in the city since the Edinburgh Evening News was first published.
Here are 10 things that haven’t changed in the city since the Edinburgh Evening News was first published.
. Pubs
While many new pubs and bars have opened in the Capital since 1873, there are still many old establishments that pre-date the Edinburgh Evening News. The Black Bull Inn is just one of them - other ancient drinking holes in Edinburgh include the Sheep Heid Inn, Deacon Brodie's and The White Hart Inn. Photo: Google Maps/Third Party
The Greyfriars Bobby statue was erected in 1873 - the same year that the Edinburgh Evening News was first published. The likeness of the dog has sat on the corner of Candlemaker Row and George IV Bridge for the past 150 years. Photo: Wikicommons/Ian Brand
The Edinburgh skyline has changed a lot over the past 150 years, however, the Scott Monument has been a constant feature. The 61-metre tower, which honours Sir Walter Scott, opened in 1844 - almost three decades before the first ever edition of the Edinburgh Evening News was published. Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group/Unknown
While most Edinburgh streets have seen drastic changes in the last century and a half, old historic buildings have remained on the Royal Mile from the 1870s to today. Some of these include The Writers’ Museum, the Tron Kirk, John Knox House and the Museum of Edinburgh. Photo: Third Party
While trams might seem like a fairly new addition to Edinburgh, the form of public transportation has been around in the city for over a century. Edinburgh and Leith was served by horse-drawn trams in the 1800's, while today, electric trams transport locals around. Photo: Lisa Ferguson/Third Party