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The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- The Herald Scotland
New West Highland Way boardwalk completed
Stirling Council said the upgraded section at an early stretch will enhance safety and sustainability for users of the much-loved long-distance route. Located within the Craigallian Marshes Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the project was delivered with care to protect the sensitive wetland environment and with input from NatureScot. READ MORE: The upgraded boardwalk sits just prior to Craigallian Loch, an early landmark on the opening stretch of the West Highland Way as walkers make their way from Milngavie to Drymen. The works, carried out by local landscaping firm MacColl and Stokes, in partnership with Stirling Council, were completed ahead of this summer's main tourism season and funded through the Scottish Government's Active Travel Enabling Fund, costing £14,100. Environment, Transport and Net Zero Convener, Cllr Jen Preston said: 'These works will go a long way to help preserve a beloved walking trail famous throughout Scotland. "We're proud to be home to a stretch of this famous attraction and to have contributed towards promoting an active travel route for the benefit of residents and tourists alike.'
Daily Record
11-08-2025
- Daily Record
West Highland Way boardwalk upgrade to boost sustainability and safety is complete
Walkers on the iconic West Highland Way will be able to enjoy a key section of the route in a new way - on boardwalks near Craigallian Loch. Hikers tackling the iconic West Highland Way can now navigate a crucial stretch thanks to a brand-new boardwalk section close to Craigallian Loch. The walkway prevents damage from foot traffic and cyclists, guaranteeing ongoing access whilst safeguarding the surrounding wildlife habitat. The upgraded section will boost both safety and environmental protection for those using this popular long-distance trail. Situated within the Craigallian Marshes Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the scheme was executed with careful consideration for the delicate wetland ecosystem and guidance from NatureScot. The enhanced boardwalk lies adjacent to Craigallian Loch, a notable early feature on the initial portion of the West Highland Way as ramblers journey from Milngavie towards Drymen. The construction, undertaken by local landscaping firm MacColl and Stokes, in partnership with Stirling Council, was finished before the summer's peak tourist period and supported by the Scottish Government's Active Travel Enabling Fund, at a cost of £14,100. Environment, Transport and Net Zero Convener, Cllr Jen Preston said: "These works will go a long way to help preserve a beloved walking trail famous throughout Scotland. We're proud to be home to a stretch of this famous attraction and to have contributed towards promoting an active travel route for the benefit of residents and tourists alike."
