Today, we’re looking back in Edinburgh as it was in 1985 – to see just how much Scotland’s capital city has changed in 39 years.
That year, Queen Elizabeth II gave the newly-built Waverley Market the royal seal of approval when she sliced the red ribbon in two to mark its official opening.
Also in 1985, pop stars opened the HMV store on Princes Street, while on nearby North Bridge, locals were introduced to the joys of catalogue shopping with the opening of the Capital's very first Argos store.
Have a look through our photo gallery for a nostalgic trip back to 1985 – and let us know your own memories in the comments section before you go.

9. Lenny Henry
British impressionist/comedian Lenny Henry in Edinburgh, August 1985. Photo: Joe Steele Denis Straughan

10. Drystane dyke repair
Brian Morrison repairing drystane dykes in the Pentland Hills near Edinburgh in February 1985 Photo: Stan Warburton

11. Cavalcade costume
A man dressed as a 'South Sea Islander' causes great hilarity as he passes the VIP stand during the Edinburgh Festival Cavalcade in August 1985 Photo: Joe Steele

12. Giant Cabbage Patch Kid
A giant Cabbage Patch Kid and 10-year-old Krisha Jacobs (with a Cabbage Patch doll) visited the Sick Children's Hospital in Edinburgh in October 1985. Photo: George Smith


