The building was found “well alight” and a total of 10 fire appliances have been sent to the scene on Rose Street in the city centre.
No casualties have been reported and some streets in the area have been closed.
We take a look inside the grand old building that has sat proudly on Princes Street.
No casualties have been reported and some streets in the area have been closed.
. A visit from Gracie Fields
Singer Gracie Fields can be seen in the television lounge of Jenners with her friends Mrs Mary Davey and Miss Greta Beattie. Year: 1952 Photo: TSPL
. A royal visit
In honour of Queen Elizabeth II visiting Edinburgh, coronation decorations adorn the East End of Princes Street, including the famous department store. Year: 1953 Photo: TSPL
. A hairdressers
The hairdressers salon in Jenners could accommodate up to 10 clients. You can see three women here getting their hair done. Year: 1955 Photo: TSPL
. Festival decorations
Here, you can see lantern style Edinburgh Festival decorations that have been hung up outside of Jenners on Princes Street. Year: 1957 Photo: TSPL
. Extension planning
It was announced that Jenners department store was to expand and take over the Royal Hotel in May. Year: 1960 Photo: TSPL
5. Extension planning
It was announced that Jenners department store was to expand and take over the Royal Hotel in May. Year: 1960 Photo: TSPL
6. The famous balconies
The interior of Jenners has remained as recognisable as it is today as it was back in the ‘60s. Year: 1962 Photo: TSPL
7. The toy department
Children here are playing on a model of the Golden Arrow engine in Jenners in November - tinsel and Christmas decorations can be seen on the shelves. Year: 1965 Photo: Alan Ledgerwood
8. Giant Christmas tree delivery
Jenners has boasted the best Christmas decorations since it began trading - here you can see a 40 foot Christmas tree being delivered in November. Year: 1987 Photo: Hamish Campbell