While the future of Edinburgh's Gorgie Farm is still uncertain, its past will bring back many a good memory to those who grew up in the Capital. Over the years, it hosted school trips and summer days out, and sparked lifelong loves for animals.
The farm was established in the late 1970s by a community group that worked in clearing the derelict site and wanted to use it as a green space for the community. The farm officially opened in 1982, selling lambs and pigs, and was also the home of other animals, including cows, sheep and goats.
It has constantly bounced back from setbacks over the years, closing on occasion due to lack of funds and issues such as foot and mouth disease and the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. Following the farm's closure in January 2023, the site's animals were transported to other local zoos and farms. There are ongoing plans to reopen the farm as a community-led venture.
Take a look through our picture gallery and see if you can spot yourself on a day out at the farm.
9. Poor wee soul
Lyndsy Sturton from Gorgie Farm with one of there rabbits called Doris (a Dwarf Lop) who was attacked by a mink in 2012. Photo: JUSTIN SPITTLE
10. Farm fun
Mother and son Liz Highet and Ruarigh aged one and a half pictured at Gorgie City Farm on February 20, 2000. Photo: NEIL HANNA
11. Pottery pig
A rare pottery Wemyss Ware pig, valued at £2,000, was introduced to Peppa the pig at Gorgie City Farm in August 2012 to celebrate the sale of a large collection of Wemyss Ware, the sought-after Scottish pottery, at a sale to be held at Lyon & Turnbull. Photo: Kate Chandler
12. Spring has sprung!
Nine-year-old Rex Jeffrey from Galashields with three-day-old spring lamb Jeff from Gorgie City Farm in 2012. Photo: Paul Parke