The Calder area faces environmental degradation due to illegal fly-tipping, with washing machines and other waste abandoned near a bridge. This poses a hazard and contradicts community efforts to maintain clean countryside. Offenders risk hefty fines, and witnesses are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to authorities for resolution.
A fly tipping incident occurred on Peth Brae, Blantyre, between 9pm and midnight on Wednesday, leaving an unsightly mess in the area. Residents are urged to report any information to the council, which is aware of the CCTV coverage that may help identify the culprit and facilitate clean-up.
A signal crayfish was discovered in the Rotten Calder River near Milheugh, posing a threat to Scotland’s biodiversity. This invasive species can prey on small fish and compete for resources. Marine Scotland notes that legislation prohibits releasing signal crayfish into the wild to manage its spread.
Recent storms have caused significant damage along the Calder with numerous fallen trees. Notable locations affected include the bottom of the Avenue at Milheugh and Greenhall, where trails and paths are obstructed. Additionally, a tree blocked access to the red ash park, while the Expressway blockage has been cleared.
It’s disappointing to see a few people are still leaving their trash at the Calder despite all the efforts being made to improve our outdoor beauty spots. Look at this mess, just left lying around discarded at Milheugh this weekend. One again, the idiotic, selfishness of a few people when the sun comes out, has […]
As with Friday, the sunshine once again brought large groups of youths out to the Calder again yesterday, Saturday 30 May 2020. Groups of around 50 teenagers met near the falls and once again left the place in a disgusting mess, deciding not to bag any litter. Broken glass bottles in and around the river […]
What a mess at the Calder today! Several people have contacted us today about this new mess. As refuse tips remain closed, more and more instances of blatant fly tipping are occurring in rural area all around Blantyre. This was the scene today, Saturday 9th May 2020 at the Calder next to Milheugh Bridge. Somebody […]
Ryan Thomson has shared these photos he took at the Calder earlier this week during this fine, settled weather. Aren’t we all lucky to have such beautiful woodland, green space and rivers around Blantyre!?