Noughties Edinburgh: These 15 nostalgic photos capture life in Edinburgh in the 2000s
We’ve had a dig through our photo archives to find some amazing pictures that perfectly capture Edinburgh in the 2000s.
Take a look at these photos of the Capital from back then – and soak up the nostalgia.
1. Foot of the Walk
This is what the foot of Leith Walk looked like on 29 June 2000, prior to its £4m facelift of the Newkirkgate shopping centre.
Photo: Pamela Grigg
2. Lorry Drivers protest
On 11 September 2000, lorry drivers drove slowly through the city in protest to the tax on fuel.
Photo: Susan Burrell
3. The trams
Workmen can be seen here continuing to work on the Edinburgh tram project on Princes Street, on 30 September 2009.
Photo: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
4. Calcutta Cup
Scotland captain Andy Nicol holds up the Calcutta Cup after Scotland defeated England 19-13 at Murrayfield, 2 April 2000.
Photo: Ian Rutherford