Sketch plan for the conversion of the Links into a Public Park for the City of Aberdeen; showing the resolutions of the Council of the "St. Nicholas Association" might be carried out. January 1879

AssociatedAssociated with Bannermill (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1827 - 1904)

AssociatedAssociated with Sandilands Chemical Works (Aberdeen, Scotland, founded 1848)

Printer Gibb & Hay

Date1879

Object NamePlan

Mediumpaper

ClassificationsTransport

DimensionsOverall: Height: 74 cm, Width: 44.6 cm

LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub

Object numberABDMS040035.2

Keywords

About MeThe continued popularity of the Links caused erosion of the ground and concern amongst the council for its maintenance and preservation. Management became a serious issue from the 1850s onwards. This plan shows the proposed conversion of the Links into a much more managed public park.

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Sketch plan for the conversion of the Links into a Public Park for the City of Aberdeen; showing the resolutions of the Council of the "St. Nicholas Association" might be carried out. January 1879

Bannermill

1879