As we reach the end of 2023, we’ve taken another delve into our photo archive to find out what life was like living in Edinburgh 30 years ago in 1993.
The Gyle Shopping Centre opened its doors for the first time, providing locals with an American mall style shopping experience, with a wide range of shops and facilities on offer at the new facility on the edge of the city.
13. Winners
Hearts BP Youth Cup Winners 1993. Back row, left to right, Paul Ritchie, Grant Murray, Roddy McKenzie, Myles Hogarth, Alan McManus, David Murie. Front Row, Colin Walker Gary Locke, Paul Weatherston, Mark Bradley, Stuart Callaghan. Photo: UNKNOWN
14. Speedway
Les Collins riding for Edinburgh Monarchs v Middlesbourgh in 1993. Photo: Bill Henry
15. Mercy mission
Dr Keith Little with his Operation Irma team from the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, at Edinburgh Airport after arriving back from a mercy mission to Bosnia. Photo: Alan Ledgerwood
16. Highland Cow
A Highland Cow at the Royal Highland Show at Ingliston in 1993. Photo: ALAN LEDGERWOOD