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Princes Street Gardens: a Drama in TimeEdinburgh people tend to take our most famous park for granted, yet Princes Street Gardens are truly amazing in their unique geology, disputed history, diverse planting, and the myriad ways that ordinary folk have used and abused them. Linking the Old and New Towns, this public park is beautiful and varied, and a real treasure trove in all seasons. Soon the West Garden will see big changes ... a design dubbed 'The Hobbit House' has won the contest to create a new outdoor concert arena to replace the Ross Bandstand, along with improved access to the Gardens and Castle Rock.
"I really enjoyed our walk in the Gardens today. I think when it is local and familiar, places are taken for granted. It's good to get a different slant sometimes." Heather, Edinburgh
"Our well-informed and articulate guide took us to parts of Princes Street Gardens I didn't know existed. You won't be disappointed in this walking tour - very highly recommended!" Review left on Edinburgh Fringe website 2018
Above: Installing the restored Ross Fountain, 2018. Below: "The Hobbit House": winner of the design competition to replace the Ross Bandstand in West Princes Street Garden. Pictures courtesy Ross Development Trust.
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updated 4 August 2020 |