Rhododendron Clearance

As part of the preparations for the major improvement of the A830 Arisaig – Loch Nan Uamh Trunk Road, advance works will commence shortly between Borrodale and Beasdale Halt to cut and remove an extensive area of rhododendrons, an invasive non-native species, which is destroying the native ancient oak woodland.

The clearance, which has the full support of Scottish Natural Heritage, will help to preserve the adjacent, European-designated Glen Beasdale Special Area of Conservation.

Work is expected to start on 17 October and continue for 20 weeks.

The contractor, Tilhill Forestry Limited, will take special care during the phase of work which involves burning the bushes, given the location of the adjacent trunk road, railway and private properties.