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Scotsman
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
42 photos capturing the thrill of summer holidays in Scotland during the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s
This retro photo gallery shows children and their families making the most of the summer around Scotland during the 1950s, 60s, 70s and 80s. Holidaymakers are pictured paddling at the beach, taking the plunge at the lido and cruising down the river in these nostalgic images. Trips to the zoo, where visitors are pictured watching the popular penguin parade; pony rides; and summer fairs, where the attractions included a dog on a scooter, are among the summer activities captured in these atmospheric black and white pictures. Sunbathers are shown soaking up the rays, or using any means possible to cool down as the sun shines, but crowds are also seen huddled in the rain when the summer weather wasn't being so kind. A floating museum, a Scottish football legend getting mobbed by young fans, and fun times at the fairground are among the other memorable images of yesteryear captured in this gallery. Do these photos bring back any happy memories for you of summers past? Do you have retro pictures or nostalgic memories to share with us? Send them online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story or picture will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers. 1 . School's out for summer Joy as school ends for the summer holidays and the race is on to get the summer started in Edinburgh in 1959 | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales 2 . Cooling down Families enjoying the summer sunshine at Portobello open-air swimming pool near Edinburgh in July 1971 | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales 3 . Soaking up the sun Sunbathing office workers relax in the summer sunshine in George Square, Glasgow, in June 1969 | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales 4 . Denis Law Scotland international football player Denis Law is mobbed by young fans at the Soccer Summer School at Peffermill in August 1983 | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales
Scotsman
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
42 photos capturing the thrill of summer holidays in Scotland during the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s
This retro photo gallery shows children and their families making the most of the summer around Scotland during the 1950s, 60s, 70s and 80s. Holidaymakers are pictured paddling at the beach, taking the plunge at the lido and cruising down the river in these nostalgic images. Trips to the zoo, where visitors are pictured watching the popular penguin parade; pony rides; and summer fairs, where the attractions included a dog on a scooter, are among the summer activities captured in these atmospheric black and white pictures. Sunbathers are shown soaking up the rays, or using any means possible to cool down as the sun shines, but crowds are also seen huddled in the rain when the summer weather wasn't being so kind. A floating museum, a Scottish football legend getting mobbed by young fans, and fun times at the fairground are among the other memorable images of yesteryear captured in this gallery. Do these photos bring back any happy memories for you of summers past? Do you have retro pictures or nostalgic memories to share with us? Send them online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story or picture will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers. 1 . School's out for summer Joy as school ends for the summer holidays and the race is on to get the summer started in Edinburgh in 1959 | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales 2 . Cooling down Families enjoying the summer sunshine at Portobello open-air swimming pool near Edinburgh in July 1971 | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales 3 . Soaking up the sun Sunbathing office workers relax in the summer sunshine in George Square, Glasgow, in June 1969 | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales 4 . Denis Law Scotland international football player Denis Law is mobbed by young fans at the Soccer Summer School at Peffermill in August 1983 | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales
STV News
28-05-2025
- Sport
- STV News
Denis Law trail remembering one of Scotland's greatest ever footballers
A walking trail honouring footballing legend Denis Law has been unveiled in Aberdeen. Denis Law, who died in January aged 84, was known as one of Scotland's greatest ever footballers. Now his home city of Aberdeen is honouring his life with the Denis Law Legacy Trail, a walking route that celebrates his life, career and the impact he had on the city. It's centred in the Printfield area of the city, where Law grew up. Visitors are greeted by two stunning high-rise murals: one captures Law playing for Scotland on one side of the block, the other depicts him in the iconic red of Manchester United. It was painted by renowned Australian street artist Jerome Davenport. STV News The trail centres on the Printfield area of Aberdeen where Law grew up He told STV News: 'This has been an incredible project to be part of and It's a great honour to create such an iconic legacy piece for a legend of Aberdeen and a legend of football. 'We hope the mural becomes a welcome addition to the already impressive street art in Aberdeen and serves as an inspiration to the local community.' Law, who spent most of his career at United, cemented his status as a Scottish football legend after becoming the joint top scorer for his country's team with 30 goals from 55 caps. SNS Group Denis Law. The Aberdeen-born striker died on January 17, aged 84, more than three years after he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia. Mark Williams, from the Denis Law Legacy Trust, said the aim behind the trail was to inform and inspire. 'I want people to come here and learn all about the wonderful Denis Law, Scotland's only ever Ballon d'Or winner and also to inspire. 'There are a lot of young people looking for role models, looking for positive people to shape them and inspire them and motivate them to their future. That's what we really hope this trail will become. 'We have been delighted to support the local Printfield community to deliver an incredible legacy for Denis in and around the very streets where he was born,' he added. SNS Group Denis Law in 1965 The trail is the result of a huge community effort and consists of colourful interactive installations throughout the area where he grew up which is sparking huge pride among locals. The Denis Law Legacy Trust hopes the trail highlighting the sporting icon's uplifting story will inspire all generations and be forever remembered. Councillor Neil Copland of Aberdeen City Council said: 'We have done something that people like and want and appreciate and its transformative, it really is. 'We have made a difference and you can't ask for any more. 'The community are happy and that's what it comes down to. It's putting a smile on people's faces and its brilliant.' The trail will be officially opened on Saturday at 3.15pm, at number 10 on the corner of Printfield Walk and Printfield Terrace. Between 2pm and 4.15pm, there will be workshops for families in the Printfield play area, games and activities by The Denis Law Legacy Trust and workshops by Fine Day Studio and the Robert Gordon University Mobile Art School. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Press and Journal
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Press and Journal
David Knight: Jack MacKenzie could have been killed by the chair - it's time we talked about violence at football matches
It's been a long time since I first stood on the terraces at a professional football match as a child and felt that certain surge of excitement and anticipation. It was coursing through my veins as fast as Denis Law swivelling on a sixpence to fire off a shot. Yes, we still had sixpenny bits then, or 'tanners' as we called them. I had the pleasure of watching Denis in the flesh lining up in that legendary forward line of 'Law, Best, Charlton…' Like a drug, it becomes addictive; you can't do without it. It's not just the football which grips you, but also what goes with it. The sense of belonging to a club, wearing the colours and being part of an army of brothers and sisters following your team. Bonds forged in the agony and ecstasy of one of the nearest things to gladiatorial combat in modern sporting times. But how quickly does fierce but friendly rivalry change – and make that army look like a dangerous mob? It only takes a few fools to create a nasty situation: our thin veneer of civilization bubbles and peels away so quickly. Images of bloodied and distraught Dons player Jack MacKenzie wheeled away after he was struck on the head by a seat will stay with us for years. Thrown from his own supporters' section at Dundee. Ramifications will occupy us for months as investigatory and judicial processes continue. We are unable at this legal stage to discuss the specifics around alleged perpetrators or motives, but the public is entitled to debate general safety issues at length. Let's face it, MacKenzie could have been blinded or even killed. The last time a plague hit us, football was played behind closed doors in empty stadiums. The passion and roar of the crowd drained away; it wasn't the same anymore. I'm talking about Covid, of course. Is crowd misbehaviour heading in this direction after the MacKenzie madness which tarnished Aberdeen's good name? So a new plague threatens Scottish football, which also raises concerns about other unpleasant incidents involving some undesirable leeches here and there (I won't sully it by using the word 'fan'). The horrific seat incident was the culmination of a worrying trend. The vast majority of Aberdeen fans would argue correctly that they are decent people passionate about the game. Emotions run high, but as always it only takes a few extreme hotheads with no right to be in a football stadium to spoil it for everyone else. I remember my days as a young fan when near-anarchy reigned in and around football matches. Coins might rain on our heads at any moment inside the ground, thrown by rival supporters. It was so prevalent that our little band of pals improvised by turning up in builders' helmets to protect our heads. We must have looked a comical sight as half a dozen helmet-clad 14-year-olds passed by on the top deck of a bus. Our innovation didn't last long: police banned helmets because they feared we would use them as offensive weapons. Organised mass brawls were also common; eventually, undercover police would infiltrate football gangs in lengthy covert operations to break them up. Law and order around football has come a long way over the past few decades, but something unpleasant remains simmering under the surface. Eyes are turning to the football authorities to act; they can't be seen to look the other way. The aggressive gladiatorial aspect of the game means that some idiots lose their heads just watching. I read that one Roman emperor used to read a book because he couldn't bear to watch the sickening violence of gladiator 'games'. I'm not suggesting for a moment that Scottish football league bosses are like Roman emperors or that the beautiful game is banned – heaven forbid. Nevertheless, the subsequent fury over MacKenzie should be a turning point. Temporary crowd restrictions or creating safe empty spaces on terraces circling around pitches – out of range of throwers – spring to mind. However, this would obviously have an impact on club income at a time when they can least afford it – and punish the majority of decent fans. But hardline action is clearly required. According to criminologists, doing time is not a deterrent to repeat offenders; it's weighing up the odds of being caught and punished which governs their actions. Therefore, the inevitability of Draconian and instant high-profile action against individuals would seem a potential deterrent to others. Players are hit by ton of bricks if they confront fans. It's a pity the build-up to Aberdeen's Scottish Cup final on Saturday – and overall impressions of their season – were spoiled by this shocking incident. There must be genuine zero tolerance over crowd misbehaviour – a real no-go zone – or football will slip back towards a black abyss. David Knight is the long-serving former deputy editor of The Press and Journal
Daily Record
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Memorial trail to Denis Law unveiled on Aberdeen street where he grew up
"It means a lot to us but what we want for this to do is to inspire others, that anything is possible." A memorial trail honouring Scottish football icon Denis Law has been unveiled on the street where he grew up. Law, who was born and raised in Aberdeen, sadly died on January 17 at the age of 84, following a battle with Alzheimer's and vascular dementia. Known as "The King", he scored 227 goals during his club career and a further 30 for Scotland's national team, the latter matched only by Kenny Dalglish. He started and finished his professional career in England and never played a domestic game in Scotland, his only move away being a stint with Torino in 1961-62. He is also the only Scottish player ever to win the Ballon d'Or, being awarded the prestigious honour while playing for Manchester United in 1964. On Saturday, May 24, the new trail was officially opened on the Granite City's Printfield Terrace in front of an audience of family, friends and supporters. Hosted by the Denis Law Legacy Trust, it was launched by members of the Law family, the Printfield Project and Aberdeen's Lord Provost, Dr David Cameron. The ten-point trail is a walking route through the Printfield area, in the north-west of the city, and celebrates his life, career, and impact on the city. It features a number of murals, including on the sides of buildings, depicting him in the different strips he wore throughout his career. There is another wall showing various career highlights and press cuttings, and a plaque on the wall of 6 Printfield Terrace. A small monument was opened with a traditional ribbon-cutting. Gary Law, Mr Law's eldest son, thanked the community and those involved in bringing the trail to fruition. He added: "The whole family are honoured that dad's life has been recognised in this trail. It means a lot to us but what we want for this to do is to inspire others, that anything is possible. "It's a wonderful collaboration and I hope everyone enjoys it for years to come." The creation of the trail was agreed in 2020 thanks to the efforts of councillor Neil Copland. It was brought to life by designers at Fine Day Studio and New Practice, and produced by street art company Blank Walls. Speaking to an audience of Mr Law's supporters, family and friends as the memorial trail was unveiled, the Lord Provost said: "This is a day that has been very long coming. "I doubt if there is anybody else other than Denis who was born in the city, he became probably Scotland's most famous footballer, and never played for a Scottish club, but he was always seen as an Aberdonian. "A few years ago we had the privilege of bestowing on him the freedom of the city, and that was well-deserved. I am absolutely delighted to be here today to see the opening of the Denis Law trail. Denis will never be forgotten and nor should he be - he is what the spirit of Aberdeen is." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. David Suttie, trustee of the Denis Law Legacy Trust, said: "This trail is a wonderful example of the Trust and Aberdeen City Council coming together to support a community-driven project into fruition. "This project has come to life spectacularly and will be a great focal point for the city for a long time to come." In an earlier tribute, First Minister John Swinney said: "The legacy from his incredible sporting career had a profound impact on future generations across Scotland and beyond, and I know it will continue to inspire the next generation. "Despite all of his successes on the pitch, he was also a humble individual that contributed a great deal to Scottish society. "In his later years, Denis bore his illness with great dignity and bravery, leading from the front when raising awareness of the real challenges and difficulties that come with Alzheimer's. "Denis was one of Scotland's great superstars who brought joy to people both on and off the pitch. We were very lucky to have him."
