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Scotsman
27-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scotsman
Edinburgh's roads and traffic in the 1950s and 1960s: 25 nostalgic pictures of how it looked in the days before 4x4s, SUVs and electric vehicles
It seems strange now to see Princes Street with cars on it rater than just buses, trams and taxis. Other roads have also changed since these black and white pictures were taken. There was less traffic around. And, of course, the cars are very different too - these were the days of the Mini, Ford Anglias and Morris Minors. Take a look at this selection of photographs from the Evening News archive and step back into the Edinburgh of the 1950s and 1960s. 1 . Princes Street A busy Princes Street on Easter Monday 1969 | TSPL Photo: Crauford Tait Photo Sales 2 . Canonmills Service Station Canonmills Service Station with a five minute car wash in 1964. | TSPL Photo: TSPL Photo Sales 3 . Shandwick Place Traffic in Shandwick Place, Edinburgh, on Easter Monday 1969. | TSPL Photo: Crauford Tait Photo Sales 4 . Needing a push A three-wheeler needs a push up Holyrood Road in Edinburgh during the snow showers of February 1969. | TSPL Photo: Crauford Tait Photo Sales Related topics: EdinburghCarsTraffic
Scottish Sun
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Inside the historic English manor house with unique new car museum and wooden kids' playground
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NOTHING is guaranteed to make you feel ancient more than seeing the car you learned to drive in displayed as a museum piece. But that was the sobering reality that confronted me when I took my children to check out the new We Had One Of Those exhibition at Beaulieu's National Motor Museum in Hampshire. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Motor down to the new We Had One Of Those exhibition at Beaulieu's National Motor Museum 2 Visitors can climb inside and even lift the bonnets of these nostalgic vehicles This new permanent display, housed in a purpose-built garage, aims to take visitors on a trip down memory lane of the cars that commonly filled Britain's roads from the Sixties to the Noughties. It is packed with many memorable favourites. From much-loved Morris Minors to pop culture icons like VW Beetles and Capris right through to reliable family runarounds like Ford Mondeos and Vauxhall Cavaliers, there is bound to be at least one car that sparks a memory. For me it was the 1990s Nissan Micra which took me right back to white-knuckle driving lesson days. As you move through the various eras there are also fun displays of home decor trends and cult objects from the decades. Home to Lord and Lady Montagu, new rooms have opened to the public which at one time were part of their private apartment. Caroline Iggulden From Seventies lava lamps to video cassettes and Walkmans in the 1980s and Tamagotchis in the Nineties, there is bound to be something that has you pointing and shouting: 'We had one of those!' While the exhibit is a lot of nostalgic fun for the grown-ups, my kids, aged four, seven and 11, loved it too. Unlike the rare and valuable classic cars in the main National Motor Museum, visitors can climb inside and even lift the bonnets of these nostalgic vehicles. One volunteer told me: 'When we opened the exhibition we expected it to be a hit with old guys like me remembering the cars they owned throughout the years. But it has been just as much of a hit with children and it is a joy to watch them exploring the cars.' It took me ages to tear mine away but when I did we headed to Palace House, the historic home on the Beaulieu Estate – entry to which is included in the entry price. I'm a mum and here's '10/10' free day out near Glasgow I swear by for summer hols Home to Lord and Lady Montagu, new rooms have opened to the public which at one time were part of their private apartment. They have been lovingly restored in tribute to his late father – who famously established the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu in 1952. The Motor Room, for instance, is a bedroom which celebrates his father's passion for motoring with special wallpaper striped with vintage tyre patterns and lots of motoring art. I have to confess my favourite though was the The Throne Room . . . or loo. So much to see Its 'thrones' lavatory was made by antique restorer Alex Webster from TV's The Woodland Workshop which was filmed on the Beaulieu Estate. Aside from the newly opened attractions, there is always so much to see and do at Beaulieu and not just in the museum itself. My three always insist on a ride on the monorail and this time we also checked out the fascinating Secret Army Exhibition which tells the story of the spies who were trained at the estate when it was requisitioned in World War Two. Motor down there for the day without delay! For tickets and details see or call 01590 612 345.
South Wales Argus
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- South Wales Argus
Classic car show takes over at historic Caldicot Castle
From 11am to 4pm on Sunday, visitors enjoyed free entry to the castle and could view more than 230 classic cars, including numerous Morris Minors. The event was organised by the South Wales Branch and featured various makes and models. Images show a variety of vehicles on display within the historic castle grounds, including old fashioned police cars. (Image: Sarah Jane Stait) (Image: Sarah Jane Stait) (Image: Sarah Jane Stait) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) (Image: Erica Roberts) The event has been a staple in the Caldicot social calendar since 2018, when the branch held their first rally on the castle grounds. At that time, more than 70 classic cars, many of which were Morris Minors, were put on display. Ever since, the event has kept on growing, and this year boasted more than 200 models.
South Wales Argus
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
The best events that are happening in Gwent this week
Classic cars at Caldicot Castle Caldicot Castle will host the Morris Minor Branch Rally and Classic Car Show this weekend. From 11am to 4pm on Sunday, visitors can enjoy free entry to the castle and view more than 230 classic cars, including numerous Morris Minors. The event is organised by the South Wales Branch and features various clubs, makes, and models. This family-friendly event also offers free parking, and the castle café will serve tea, coffee, and ice cream throughout the day. VE celebrations in Chepstow Elsewhere, Chepstow is set to come alive with music for VE Day. On May 10, Beaufort Square will host live performances from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Residents and visitors are invited to join the festivities and enjoy the musical performances. The square will be filled with the sounds of celebration, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the heart of Chepstow. World Laughter Day at Pontypool Indoor Market Pontypool Indoor Market is set to host a World Laughter Day event on Saturday. From 10am to 3pm, the market will feature pop-up stalls and free face painting. There will also be a Pontyvision singing competition from 10am to 11.30am, with a prize for the best singer or group. From 12.30pm to 1.30pm, attendees can participate in a joke-telling contest, with the winning dad joke printed on a mug. To take part in the competitions, message the Events at Pontypool Indoor Market Facebook page. Mathern Mill to open its doors Finally, the historic Mathern Mill, near Chepstow, will open its doors to visitors on May 10 and 11, 2025. The watermill, dating back to the late 17th century, will welcome guests from 2pm to 5pm on both days. Visitors can explore the Victorian machinery and learn about the mill's history and its past occupants, who were millers, farmers, and publicans. This year, the mill is participating in "Mills on the Air," with the Chepstow Radio Society linking up with other mills in the UK and beyond. Entry to the mill is free.
