The boardwalk helps prevent erosion caused by walkers and cyclists, ensuring continued access while preserving the natural habitat. The upgraded section at an early stretch will enhance safety and sustainability for users of this 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.
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.
'Preserving a beloved walking trail'
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.”