There was a lot happening in 1970 on Edinburgh soil, as these old black and white photos show.
That year, Auld Reekie hosted the Commonwealth Games for the very first time, and there were shocking scenes as an Eastern Scottish bus crashed into railings at the top of the Waverley Bridge.
Have a look through our picture gallery and be transported back in time – and please let us know your own memories of Edinburgh in 1970 before you go.

5. Scotsman steps art exhibition
The Scotsman editor Alistair Dunnett opens the Steps art exhibition at North Bridge during the Edinburgh Festival in August 1970. Photo: Hamish Campbell

6. Miners' parade
Miners' parade and march along Princes Street to a rally at the Usher Hall in October 1970. Photo: Hamish Campbell

7. Commonwealth Games 1970
Aerial view of the opening of the 1970 Commonwealth Games held in Edinburgh. Photo: TSPL

8. 102 miles cycle road race
New Zealander Bruce Biddle and Australian Ray Bilney race towards the chequered flag at the finish of the 102 miles cycling road race during the Commonwealth Games. Photo: TSPL


