A study by finance experts PwC said there had been a total of 68 shop closures in the Capital during 2018, with just 36 openings to off-set the losses. These are some of the most memorable losses over the past few years.

9. Avalanche Records, Cockburn Street
In 2013, Edinburgh lost another popular when Avalanche Records closed its doors. | Other 3rd Party Photo: © Richard Webb (cc-by-sa/2.0)
10. The Disney Store, Princes Street
The Disney Store was closed over the past few years, adding to the long list of Princes Street businesses that have disappeared over the years. Another branch is still open at Gyle Shopping Centre (pictures). | Other 3rd Party Photo: Ian Georgeson