Few would argue that Portobello looks very different today to how it did back in the 1970s and 1980s - and these 21 amazing old photographs prove it.
Scroll through our picture gallery for a nostalgia trip back to Portobello in the 70s and 80s – and please let us know your own memories in the comments section before you go.

9. Portobello power station 1978
Portobello power station demolition in December 1978. Photo: TSPL

10. Portobello power station site 1980
The site of the former Portobello power station was completely cleared by October 1980. Photo: TSPL

11. Bath Street 1986
Bath Street was showing signs of neglect in August 1986, with empty shops and derelict housing boarded up. Photo: TSPL

12. Public washhouse 1977
The disused public washhouse/laundry/'steamie' at Adelphi Grove Portobello in November 1977. Photo: TSPL


