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.
17. Farm closed
Niall Sandilands, estate supervisor at the farm, puts up a notice regarding foot and mouth at Gorgie City Farm in February 2001. Photo: BILL HENRY
18. With the flock
Stockman Ian Ferguson with the sheep at Gorgie City Farm, Edinburgh, pictured in July 2012. Photo: GRAHAM HAMILTON
19. The miracle of life
Binky the cow gives birth at Gorgie City Farm in February 1998. Photo: JEREMY STOCKTON
20. Getting stuck in
Local children Alice Galbraith and Flora Murray clear the pig pen at Gorgie City Farm as part of a school summer holidays event in 2012 in conjunction with Edinburgh Science Festival called 'become a farmer'. Photo: KATIE LEE