Visitors to Perth Royal Infirmary stepped back in time to celebrate the hospital’s 100th anniversary.
In 1914, King George V officially opened the facility and a tree was planted to mark the occasion.
During yesterday’s festivities, this grand opening was revisited with the unveiling of a restored plaque at the famous copper beech.
Perth and Kinross provost Elizabeth Grant proudly led the ceremony, along with NHS Tayside chairman, Sandy Watson.
Mr Watson said: “Perth Royal Infirmary has a great deal to be proud of and this is an occasion which allows us to look back, to celebrate and give thanks for the achievements of the past and to look to the future with an optimism and a vision informed by the experience, knowledge and skills of those who have given their careers to the hospital and the National Health Service and those who have been helped by their dedicated efforts.”
Guests then had the chance to view the exhibition of photographs and historical medical equipment which will be on show for the rest of the month at the old main building on Taymount Terrace.
They were also invited to a health fair at the hospital’s conference centre, and to a cake-cutting ceremony.
Councillor Grant said: “This hospital has borne witness to the tireless efforts of health professionals who have worked for the benefit of our community over the past 100 years.”
A book on the history of the hospital is available from Jennifer Welch on 01738 473207 or jwelch@nhs.net. Proceeds from sales will go towards supporting the PRI endowment fund.