Check out our gallery to see how The Meadows has changed over the years - and how it’s stayed the same.
1. The Queen inspects a trophy
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh visit The Meadows on their tour of Scotland in 1956. She can be seen here with the trophy of the Royal Company of Archers. Year: 1956 | JPIMedia Photo: TSPL
2. Red stone pillars
These monumental red stone pillars were erected in 1886 on each side of Melville Drive at the western end. Year: 1962. | JPIMedia Photo: TSPL
3. Bowling
Many people still enjoy bowling at The Meadows and here we can see Mrs G Bews take her shot in a match at the west end of The Meadows. Year: 1963. | JPIMedia Photo: TSPL
4. Trees to be felled
Trees in Middle Meadow Walk were scheduled to be cut down due to Dutch Elm Disease. Year: 1978. | JPIMedia Photo: Albert Jordan