It has long been a favourite place to shop, eat, drink, see a film, go to a concert or have a night out. But just like everywhere else, Edinburgh’s Lothian Road has seen its share of changes over the years.
Here are some pictures from the Evening News archives which turn the clock back to the 1970s and give a glimpse of life in the Capital 50 years ago. There are some shops which were once familiar features of the street but are no longer there; landmarks like the Usher Hall which are still key venues; and aerial views which offer a wider picture of the area back then. Take a look and see what’s different from today.
1. Woolworths and Jeffreys
Shops at the top of Edinburgh's Lothian Road in December 1974, including Woolworths and Jeffreys household furnishings. Photo: Stan Warburton
2. Bird's eye view
An aerial of Edinburgh's, Lothian Road in July 1974, with the junction with Princes Street in the bottom right hand corner. Photo: Ian Brand
3. Edinburgh Savings Bank
A view down Edinburgh's Lothian Road, showing the Edinburgh Savings Bank, in June 1970. Photo: George Smith
4. Lothian Road goods yard
Lothian Road goods yard in September 1972 Photo: Alan Ledgerwood