14 things you could do in 1970s Scotland you can't do now

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14 things you could do in 1970s Scotland you can't do now
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The Daily Record has taken a look back in time to the 1970s and put together a list of 14 things that you could do during the decade in Scotland that you don't really see anymore.

If you lived in or went to Glasgow in the 1970s, you will surely remember Tiffany's BallroomFrom the rise of disco and punkto the release of now-iconic films such as Star Wars, Grease, and Jaws , the decade has left a permanent imprint on popular culture.

For those actually around at the time though, everyday life was quite different from what you hear about or see in theWhether it was a trip to your local sweet shop with a bunch of pennies, or a fun-filled night out at venues like the Caley Picture House in or Tiffany's in Glasgow, there were countless simple pleasures that you just had to be there to experience.in the 1970s, we've put together a list of 14 things that were commonplace back then, but not anymore. This is by no means a complete list, and let us know your memories of the decade in the comments below!Attend the Eurovision Song Contest in Edinburgh

With all the excitement earlier this year around whether or not Glasgow would host the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, it was easy to forget that Scotland had actually held the iconic event once before. Anyone who was around Edinburgh in 1972 will no doubt have never forgotten though, as the city was bursting with excitement before and during the contest.

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