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Thursday, September 19, 2024

Safer crossings installed at Skye Fairy Pools

The completed bridges form part of the ongoing work carried out by the Outdoor Access Trust for Scotland on the Skye Iconic Sites Project.

The three-stage project will see the restoration and development of the Fairy Pools, Old Man of Storr and Quiraing. 

The trust’s Dougie Baird said: “Before the installation of the timber bridges, access across the burns was difficult in wet and high water conditions, causing habitat damage along the bank sides where visitors looked for a place to cross.

“Now the bridges are complete, visitors can enjoy safe crossings whilst the habitat can have a chance to recover. We are looking forward to the next stage of upgrading the pathworks nearby, which will further enhance this beautiful site.”  

Last month saw the official opening of upgraded footpaths at Quiraing, a landscape formed by a large and ancient landslip.

Source: BBC

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