River Spey Access Point - Works Completed
Nov 22, 2019
River Spey Access Point at Aviemore - Works Completed!
Over the last few years the bankside erosion in the vicinity of the river access point at the Old Bridge Inn carpark, Dalfaber Road, Aviemore, has started to accelerate. A few more large flood events and there was a chance of considerable loss of bankside & vegetation along the whole section, changing the characteristics of the area forever.
The site is currently a highly visible local beauty spot and popular village amenity, used by locals and visitors alike. It is one of the main access points to the River Spey and is regularly used by local outdoor access providers as a safe and accessible spot from which beginners can launch kayaks and open boats. The project is for the construction of sustainable riverbank protection using a two tier willow bank system around the eroded sections of riverbank.
There has been a series of improvements and critical work around the area at Aviemore, by the Old Bridge Inn and the project has now been completed. This project has been supported by the Spey Fisheries Board and Andy Jackson Fund for Access.
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