Designers involved in one of the country's most successful visitor landscapes have revealed a plan for the £5.3 million renovation of a historic park in the Scottish capital.

Edinburgh-based Ironside Farrar, designers of the new Saughton Park and Gardens, will discuss their proposal with visitors to a drop-in exhibition on Tuesday where the images will be shown.

Lesley Hinds, Edinburgh environment convener, said: "This is a very important stage in the project to revive Saughton Park and its wonderful gardens, as we get a first glimpse of designers' vision for restoring it to its former glory.

"We have been eager to involve local people throughout this process, and now the community can come along and tell us what they think of these exciting new ideas."

The design team, which also includes Sutherland Hussey Architects, Peter McGowan Associates, Richard Shorter Architect and David Narro Associates, has drawn on a visitor satisfaction survey and interactive events with the public to ensure designs cater to park users.

Originally established as part of Saughton Hall in the 17th century before being purchased by council and opened to the public in 1905, Saughton Park is considered one of Edinburgh's "premier parks".

In 1908 it was redesigned for the Scottish National Exhibition, resulting in a range of new features, including sporting facilities, a bandstand and winter and botanical gardens.

The event at the Saughton Park Winter Garden is on Tuesday December 16 between 4pm and 8pm.