Today, we’re looking back in Edinburgh as it was in 1981 – to see just how much Auld Reekie has changed in 44 years.
Take a look through our picture gallery for a nostalgic journey back to 1981 – and let us know what you remember best about it in the comments section before you go.
13. David McKail at Playhouse EIF 1981
Scottish actor David McKail outside the Playhouse theatre during Edinburgh Festival 1981. He won a Fringe First that year for his one-man play Bozzy. Photo: Denis Straughan
14. Edinburgh chimney sweep 1981
Chimney sweep Mike McLenaghan at work in Edinburgh, November 1981. Mike lowers the brush down a chimney. Photo: Alan Ledgerwood
15. Royal Wedding beacon Calton Hill 1981
Crowds gathered on Calton Hill Edinburgh to watch the beacon lit on the Observatory to celebrate the Royal Wedding in July 1981. Photo: Alan Macdonald
16. Pilton children playing 1981
Children playing in the street at West Pilton Circus in Edinburgh, June 1981. Photo: Alan Macdonald