Famously dubbed the ‘Harrods of the north’, the world-renowned Jenners department store has attracted generations of Edinburgh shoppers from all walks of life – whether they could afford its luxurious wares or not.
Jenners announced the end to its 183-year residence on Princes Street in May 2021. And, as it stands empty, we’ve had a rummage through the archives to bring you 17 key dates in the history of Edinburgh’s most beloved shop.
![Jenners' centenary is marked with the release of a commemorative book: A hundred years in Princes Street 1838-1938.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOmVmZTg3YTgzLTk5ODYtNGNmMy1iYWUyLTY5MGFhNzM0Nzg2Njo0MGIyMTg1OS0wNDkwLTQ0ZTctOWMxZi1mNzU1ODI1MjZiNDc=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
17. 1938: Centenary marked
Jenners' centenary is marked with the release of a commemorative book: A hundred years in Princes Street 1838-1938. Photo: Other
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