Founded by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, Love Parks Week is a week-long celebration ‘highlighting the vital role green spaces play in boosting the health and wellbeing of residents and communities.’
In Edinburgh we are lucky to have 144 parks and green spaces across the city, and according to the council we have more trees per resident than any other city.
So whether you’re a resident or here for a short getaway, here are 10 beautiful parks and green spaces you can enjoy in Edinburgh.
9. Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat
The city centre beauty spot provides a wilderness feel in the heart of the city with a wide selection of walking routes available. Offering astonishing views of the capital, visitors who travel to the extinct volcano can also explore nearby Duddingston Loch and St Margaret's Loch | Third Party Photo: Third Party
10. Princes Street Gardens
Beneath Edinburgh Castle and running parallel to famous Princes Street, the city centre gardens are a wonderful place to enjoy all year round. After you've shopped or had lunch in New Town, enjoy the gardens and take in that striking view of the Ross Fountain beneath the castle | Ginny Sanderson Photo: Ginny Sanderson