Edinburgh Botanic Garden reopens historic Victorian palm houses after £20m restoration
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Edinburgh Botanic Garden reopens historic Victorian palm houses after £20m restoration

1 hour ago · Originally published 3 Oct 2026 9/10 Original headline: Inside £20m restoration of Edinburgh Botanic Garden's historic Palm Houses
The Victorian palm houses at Edinburgh Botanic Garden have reopened following a five-year, £20m refurbishment designed to protect the site against harsh winters. The project involved replacing over 5,000 glass panels to ensure the continued survival of rare and endangered plant species from across the globe, securing a vital resource for biodiversity conservation.
Source: STV News Midlothian
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