Venue Updates After Storm Eowyn
Some areas of Dean Castle Country Park have reopened but caution is advised while we clear storm damage. Please stick to the main Tarmac Areas (do not use river path) and refrain from using all other routes until they are made safe
The Dick Institute gallery will remain closed until further notice due to storm damage. The museum, library and cafe are open as normal.
Annanhill Golf Course and the Daily Mile path will reopen on Saturday. There will still be some debris around the course. Please take extra care when walking on the course/path.
Ayrshire Athletics Arena will reopen, indoors only, from this evening 28 Jan.
Newmilns Library will open from 11am on 30th January.
All other venues are operating as normal although there may be some phone line / internet issues
The Scottish Outdoor Access Code
The Scottish Outdoor Access Code (SOAC) came in to effect in February 2005. The introduction of this Code means everyone has a right to be on most land and inland water for recreation, education and for going from place to place providing they act responsibly.
The Code has 3 key principles for responsible access which applies to both the public and land managers:
Respect the interests of other people: Be considerate, respect privacy and livelihoods and the needs of those enjoying the outdoors.
Care for the environment: Look after the places you visit and enjoy. Care for wildlife and historic sites.
Take responsibility for your own actions: The outdoors cannot be made risk-free for people exercising access rights; land managers should act with care for people’s safety.
Recreational users of the countryside should visit the Scottish Outdoor Access Code website to help you understand your responsibilities under the new SOAC. The information on this website helps all user groups to raise awareness and understanding of -
The nature and extent of access rights
Your responsibilities under the Scottish Outdoor Access Code
How responsibilities apply to common situations in the outdoors
What to do if you encounter irresponsible behaviour
What you should know about farming
Information on recreation activities and links to other sites