Forestry works
You may find tree felling, road building and timber lorries here. Keep safe and don't enter closed areas. Always follow signs and instructions.
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The following notices are in effect at this location.
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Works affecting trails
Balfour Beatty has commenced work in the immediate vicinity of the Firetower Mountain Bike Trail at Achnabreac. This is a large project involving heavy machinery.
All sections of Firetower Mountain Bike Trail will be closed for the duration to ensure visitor safety.
Walking tracks will be unaffected but please refer to the onsite notice boards that can be found around the car parks for updates.
For a full statement from Balfour Beatty and to find out more about the work being conducted please visit Craig Murrail Substation - SSEN Transmission.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused. -
Firetower Mountain Bike Trail closed
All sections of Firetower Mountain Bike Trail will be closed for the duration of the Balfour Beatty work.
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Ticks
Ticks can carry Lyme disease, which can lead to long-term illness. Check for ticks after your visit and remove them quickly.
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