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Princes Street Gardens are one of the most iconic sights in the City of Edinburgh. Join us as we saunter through the archives to explore Princes Street Gardens, east and west. We'll look at its origins as the Nor'Loch, promenade past The Mound check-out bandstands, wonder at fountains, appreciate memorials, stop by clocks and celebrate c.200 years of the recreational, green heart of Edinburgh.  With our good friends in Scran. Jackie Sangster is a Learning Manager at Historic Environment Scotland who works with archival records including Scran.ac.uk.  

Park Life: Princes Street Gardens