25 years ago today, the legendary Cutty Sark Tall Ships descended on Leith Docks. Tens of thousands flocked to the shore each day in July 1995 to see the Tall Ships in all their glory. On the last night of the event, approximately 150,000 people watched a fireworks display at the Docks, to say farewell to the mighty vessels. Were you there? Do you remember the visit?
. 25 years ago today
25 years ago today, the legendary Cutty Sark Tall Ships descended on Leith Docks Photo: John Dickson
. Dozens of world-famous sailing ships
Dozens of world-famous sailing ships which were festooned in all manner of colourful flags and regalia. Photo: John Dickson
. Sedov
In the flotilla was the world's largest sailing ship, the 407ft Russian-owned Sedov. Photo: John Dickson
. Tall Ships in Leith
Tens of thousands flocked to Leith Docks each day in July 1995 to see the Tall Ships in all their glory. Photo: John Dickson
5. 150,000 people
On the last night of the event, approximately 150,000 people watched a fireworks display at Leith Docks, to say farewell to the Cutty Sark Tall Ships Race. Photo: John Dickson
6. Next stop Germany
The next day thousands more crowded vantage points as the 90 ships left the Forth under sail for Germany. Photo: John Dickson
7. Scotland to Belgium
The 1995 race started in Edinburgh, before heading to Bremerhaven in Germany, Frederikshavn in Denmark, Amsterdam in the Netherlands, and Zeebrugge in Belgium. Photo: John Dickson
8. International friendship
The races are designed to encourage international friendship and training for young people in the art of sailing. Photo: John Dickson