The earliest reference to Tollcross dates from 1439 with ‘Tolcors’ being the typical early form, with the cors ending continuing in use until the late 18th century. Towcroce and Tolcroce also appeared in the early 16th century.
It is believed that there were no crossroads until modern times and that there is no evidence for such meaning as "toll at a crossroad".
In our look through our archives, we found great photos of stars of the stage at the King’s Theatre, including Stanley Baxter, as well as a visit to a lapdancing club in the area by glamour model Jordan.
There are also great photos of the former legendary department store, Goldbergs, photos from years gone by of pupils at Tollcross Primary, and the firefighters at Tollcross Fire Station.
5. Actors
Kenneth McKellar, Helen McArthur and 14 year old Edinburgh schoolboy Alex Brodie at the King's Theatre in December, 1969, where The World of Jamie was being performed. | TSPL
6. Glamour girl
Glamour Model Jordan is seen here leaving the Liquorice Club lap-dancing establishment on Tollcross, in April, 2003. She was in town to re-open the club after a £300,000 refurbishment. | TSPL Photo: Andrew Stuart
7. Goldbergs
The legendary Goldbergs department store in Tollcross, pictured in March, 1968. The famous Edinburgh store was demolished in the 1990s. | TSPL Photo: Iconic Media
8. Back to work
Pictured in November, 2002, firefighters returned to work at Tollcross Fire Station after the completion of a 48 hours strike. | Neil Hanna Photo: Iconic Media