In our latest look back at life in Edinburgh areas over the years, this week we focus on Blackford.
Located near Morningside, and The Grange, Blackford Hill dominates the view to the south. The majority of Blackford is now housing, mostly dating from the Victorian or Edwardian eras.
The local parish church of the Church of Scotland is the Reid Memorial Church, which was opened in 1935. The area is home to the University of Edinburgh campus of King's Buildings, and the Royal Observatory Edinburgh.
We searched through our archives to find these great photos of life in Blackford over the years, showing changes in the area and what locals have got up to.
9. Church courtyard
The courtyard of Reid Memorial Church at Blackford Avenue, pictured in April 1939. | TSPL
10. Favourite place
Pictured in August, 2009, comedian Helen Keen at her favourite place in Edinburgh, the Royal Observatory at Blackford Hill. | TSPL Photo: Ian Rutherford
11. Church barbecue
Girl Guides having a barbecue at the Reid Memorial Church in June, 1969. Three of the Guides received their Queen's badges - From left Joan Preston, Margery Hands and Susan Cahcia. | TSPL
12. The view from above
A walker enjoys the view from the top of the Blackford Hill in May 2012. | TSPL Photo: Ian Georgeson