A record number of people visited Duthie Park in Aberdeen last year.
Almost 1.2million visitors passed through the gates of the beauty spot, which was recently transformed in a £5.23million restoration project.
It was the second year in a row that the annual total topped the million mark, with 1.16million people enjoying the revamped attractions in 2014.
The ambitious project to return the park to its Victorian splendour was completed in summer 2013 and involved major work on the ponds, paths, pavilion, mound, terracing, stone shelter, railings, entrance gateway, and car park.
Community gardens and an events green were also created in the scheme, led by the Friends of Duthie Park group and funded by a £2.56 million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund and £2.67 million from Aberdeen City Council.
A report prepared for Aberdeen City Council’s communities, housing and infrastructure committee next week shows the park attracted 1,173,573 visitors last year – the highest total since records began.
Committee vice-convener Councillor Jean Morrison said: “It is a tribute to the hard-working City Council staff and the Friends of Duthie Park that our award-winning park continues to set popularity records.”
Chairman of the Friends of Duthie Park Tony Dawson said it was another magnificent milestone for the venue.
“Duthie Park is a wonderful attraction for the people of Aberdeen and the many visitors who come here to enjoy our green spaces,” he said.
“The park continues to go from strength to strength and I am sure that the figures will improve even further once the cafeteria is fully open.”
