Bosses at Scone Palace have revealed plans for a multi-million-pound upgrade of its visitor facilities.
The attraction on the outskirts of Perth could be transformed to include a new visitor centre, adventure playpark and pavilion.
The centrepiece would be the refurbishment of the traditional palace stables for the visitor centre, with a restaurant and shopping facilities.
Bike hire is also part of the proposals.
Those behind the plans say it would transform the A-listed property from a seasonal to a year-round attraction, as well as creating jobs.
It is hoped that a solar ‘meadow’ and biomass plant would help power the facilities using greener energy.
The exact cost of the development has not been confirmed.
Bosses have submitted a proposal of application notice for their plans to Perth and Kinross Council – the first stage of any major development.
Brian Stevenson, CEO for Scone Palace and Estates, said: “The proposals are a very significant step forward in the evolution of the visitor attraction here at Scone Palace, which will allow the facilities to be open all year round.
“This, in turn, will complement the new Perth Museum project and the return of the Stone of Scone in 2024.
“It is essential we build capacity in the region and attract more visitors to Perthshire while investing in the preservation of the historic fabric of Scotland.”
Public events
Members of the public are able to view the plans at a drop-in event on December 13 from 3pm-8pm at the Robert Douglas Memorial Institute in Scone.
The plans will also be available to view at the palace coffee shop from December 16 to 18.
More events are planned for the new year to show how the plans have developed following the initial consultation.
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