Work is to start on the final phase on a £1.1 million heritage project at Preston Tower in Prestonpans.

The final stage of the project involves the installation of an external staircase to allow public access to the inside of the tower for the first time in over 40 years. Consent from Historic Environment Scotland has now been given and planning permission is in the process of being sought.

Design and manufacturing of the stair will commence when the necessary permissions are in place.

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Significant progress with the project has been made, meaning local residents and visitors will be able to enjoy the tower and gardens well into the future.

Work completed to date includes the installation of new interpretation boards, a new garden seating area around a carved stone contemplation circle and new paths.

Following the removal of scaffolding in the spring, final stonework repairs are being carried out at a lower level.

Other work to be completed includes sections of pointing, consolidation of internal plaster, renewal of metalwork, new floor grilles, installation of electrical points and development of future interpretation/display material, refurbishment of gates and repainting of a railing.