High Street, Cockenzie, East Lothian 1973
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This authentic colour photograph, captured in 1973, highlights the traditional commercial heart of High Street in Cockenzie, East Lothian. The archival image features a row of classic Scottish stone-built tenements housing local businesses of the era, most notably the vibrant red storefront of “Adams’ Pawnbroking Saleroom” at numbers 145-147 and the blue-fronted “J. Dickson & Son Fishmonger”. To the left, the green facade of “Harcus & Sons” is visible, while the far right window displays a “SALE” sign for clothing. Several local residents, including a small child, are seen on the pavement in period-correct 1970s attire, contributing to the scene’s historical authenticity. Set against the weathered grey stone characteristic of the region, this factual record preserves the everyday atmosphere of a coastal village before modern redevelopment.
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