Culbin Forest viewing tower closed for safety reasons
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The Hill 99 viewing tower in Culbin Forest has been closed until further notice due to safety concerns.
Forestry and Land Scotland has advised the tower has been closed after a recent inspection found some decking boards had degraded.
The tower, which offers scenic views across Moray, was opened in 2008. It is hoped the tower will be re-opened as soon as possible.
Justin Livesey, Visitor Services Manager for the Forest and Land Scotland team, said: "Our routine inspection of the tower uncovered some issues caused by water not draining properly form the decking area.
"It had not only been pooling on the top but also clinging to the underside of boards. As a result some of them have deteriorated more quickly than we would have expected.
"Public safety is always our number one concern so we have decided to close the viewing tower, rather than take any chances.
"We apologise for any disappointment caused by the loss of this amazing view point and hope that we can get it fixed and re-opened as soon as possible."
