The historic Invergarry footbridge over the River Garry, cited as an important early example from the “pioneering” days of steel in construction, has been saved from collapse by Forestry Commission Scotland. The elegant, B-listed bridge spans 60m over the dramatic River Garry and has been a feature in the landscape ever since it was constructed in 1892. However, the worst ravages of the Scottish weather had taken its toll and some of the steel trusses were badly corroded and the bridge had been shut for over two years. Kenneth Knott, the Environment Forester for Lochaber Forest District, said: “The bridge…

With less than a week to go before new laws come into effect along the shores at east Loch Lomond, the National Park Authority is warning walkers that they could face a £500 fine if they camp in breach of the new rules. The new byelaws come into force on 1 June and apply to the area running from Drymen to Rowardennan (approximately 9 miles) which includes part of the West Highland Way and the shoreline of the loch. Under the new byelaws, it will be an offence to camp anywhere in the restricted zone outside designated camping areas. The…

The daily bus service to Durness from Inverness will start again on Monday 16 May. The service will operate with a 24-Seat Mercedes Midi Coach, and have facilities to carry 12 bikes on a fully enclosed trailer. Advance booking for bikes is essential. In the past the service has proved popular with walkers, cyclists and backpackers able to explore the remote far north. Donald Mathieson of D&E Coaches, said: “We are delighted to have secured the Highland Council Summer Service 804 from Inverness to Durness, and look forward to being of service to the communities en route to the north…

A visitor centre at Britain’s oldest national nature reserve opened its doors for the Easter break on Sunday 10 April and will remain open until 31 October. Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve’s visitor centre in Kinlochewe, Wester Ross, will be open daily from 10am-5pm. The reserve has three all-ability trails which are open year-round and other facilities for visitors include the two self-guiding Glas Leitir woodland and mountain trails. Beinn Eighe was created in 1951 with its species of interest including golden eagle, Scottish crossbill, mountain hare, red deer and black throated divers, while its internationally important habitats include juniper…