In our latest retro look at Edinburgh’s communities, we’ve taken a step back in time to see what people in Trinity have got up to over the years.
Although some buildings date from the 18th century, the area was largely developed in the early 19th century as a mansion house district, similar in style to The Grange area of Edinburgh. Many buildings served as second homes for wealthy families in the New Town, used as country retreats.
The housing style is now diverse, reflecting the area's continued desirability and consequent development over time.
Check out our photo gallery below to see life in Trinity over the years.

25. Remembering
City Constables are pictured leaving Trinity House in November, 2013, to walk the short distance to South Leith Parish Church to remember those who lost their lives serving the nation at sea in a special memorial service. | EN License

26. Road rage
Trinity resident Kate Stuart is pictured in June, 2004, with twin sons Jonty and Oscar (left), aged 15 months, on her Land Rover, as she was angry about the proposed council ban on 4x4 vehicles in the city centre. | TSPL

27. Pub fire
The Old Chain Pier pub on Trinity Crescent, pictured after it was badly damaged in a fire in April, 2004. | TSPL


