Forest trails still off limits

MOUNTAIN biking and walking trails in Galloway remain closed in the aftermath of Storm Bram.

Trails at Dalbeattie, Glentrool, Kirroughtree and Mabie are all still closed due to safety concerns following last week's storm.

Forestry Land Scotland (FLS) is reminding visitors to check storm damage updates on its website before visiting and visitor services manager Katie Jarvis said: "There have been numerous reports of trees down over the trail networks.

"So we have taken the decision to close a number of them until they have been inspected.

"We appreciate that storm damage can cause some inconvenience for visitors but public safety – as well as the safety of our staff – is always paramount.

"The latest information will be posted across our website and we ask people to have a look for these before heading out," she added.

"If out, observe any safety signage and direction from staff."