Nineteen-Eighty Three was a memorable year in Edinburgh – especially for fans of the late music icon David Bowie, who got a rare chance to see the singer performing live when he visited Murrayfield Stadium.
But there was lots more going on in Auld Reekie, as you will see. Scroll through our photo gallery for a nostalgic look at Edinburgh in 1983.
5. Edinburgh Folk Festival poster
John Barrow organiser of the Edinburgh Folk Festival with a promotional poster in April 1983. Photo: Albert Jordanm
6. David Bowie in Edinburgh
David Bowie on stage at Murrayfield stadium in Edinburgh, during the 'Serious Moonlight' tour, June 1983. Photo: Third Party
7. Diana Moran in Edinburgh 1983
Fitness expert Diana Moran (the 'Green Goddess') takes an impromtu keep-fit class in the St James centre Edinburgh, August 1983. Photo: Alan Ledgerwood
8. Hearts v Dunfermline 1983
Hearts' footballer John Robertson in action during the Hearts v Dunfermline football match at Tynecastle in May 1983. Final score 3-3 draw. Photo: Denis Straughan