18 photo memories of Edinburgh in 1982, including huge crowds gathering on The Mound to see Pope John Paul II

By Gary Flockhart

Live Editor

Published 21st Jun 2023, 16:45 BST

Updated 22nd Jun 2023, 09:54 BST

Huge crowds gathering on The Mound to see Pope John Paul II being driven past in the ‘Popemobile’, bin strikes and destructive gales – this was Edinburgh in 1982.

We’ve had a trawl through the picture archives at the Evening News to bring you 18 memories of the Capital.

Take a look through our photo gallery for a nostalgic trip back in time – and let us know your own recollections in the comments section before you go.

13. Krankies in Edinburgh 1982

The Krankies (Janette Tough & Ian Tough) with a group of children at the King's Theatre in Edinburgh, May 1982. Photo: Stan Warburton

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14. Sandgate Morris dancers 1982

The Sandgate Morris dancers at the Mercat Cross during Edinburgh Folk festival March 1982. Photo: Stan Warburton

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15. Scotland v England 1982

Scotland v England Five Nations rugby international at Murrayfield in Edinburgh, January 1982. Photo: Hamish Campbell

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16. Barry Manilow on stage 1982

American singer Barry Manilow on stage at Ingliston in Edinburgh, January 1982. Photo: Albert Jordan

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