The popularity of the motor car in post-war Britain made the trams seem outdated and clunky, so they were removed - now, over 50 years later, they’ve returned to the streets of Edinburgh. Here’s a look back at the first generation of Edinburgh trams.
5. East end tracks
Flanking either side of the tram islands and the tram lines, you can see the Palace cinema and FW Woolworth on the left. Year: 1953 Photo: East end tracks
6. Last day of the original trams
This image shows conductor Mr R Crawford collecting fares on the last number 28 tram. Year: 1956 Photo: Last day of the original trams
7. Saying goodbye
Thousands of people gathered to bid farewell to the trams, with the last tram making its way to the Shrubhill depot. Year: 1956 Photo: Saying goodbye
8. Collecting souvenirs
The last day of the trams was on 16 November 1956, and here souvenir hunters can be seen searching for pennies that were bent by the last tram. Year: 1956 Photo: Collecting souvenirs