Edinburgh locals have been left fuming as they noticed that Princes Street Gardens is already partially closed for Hogmanay preparations after being unable to walk through the park due to it being closed off.
The locals hit out after going for a stroll in the city centre beauty spot when they noticed barriers cornering off the main park through the East Princes Street Gardens on December 19.
On New Year's Eve in just two weeks' time, the gardens in front of the castle will be home to a variety of celebrations including the Concert In The Gardens and the nearby Street Party.