Leith Walk pigeons return after 17 years

Leith Walk’s beloved bronze pigeons have returned to their original home 17 years after they were removed as part of the original tram project in 2006.

The unique sculptures made their long-awaited return this morning (July 27) as part of the Trams to Newhaven project’s public realm improvements which are set to be completed by the end of August.

During their near two-decade sabbatical, the pigeons have been refurbished or completely recast by Powderhall Bronze in time for today’s unveiling where they were welcomed back to Elm Row by artist Shona Kinloch, transport convener Scott Arthur and council archaeologist John Lawson.