The find, as part of a dig on the tram route between York Place and Newhaven, is believed to be the oldest part of the famous thoroughfare, with the cobble-lined causeway between 600-900 years old.
Whatever else they uncover, it will be added to the fascinating history of one of Edinburgh’s longest and oldest streets.
13. Leith Walk today
Today, as it has always been, Leith Walk is a bustling vibrant area and a vital part of the Capital. Photo: Phil Wilkinson
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