Under the boardwalk down by Lenzie

Lenzie Moss is home to a new and improved boardwalk empire and path network that will provide better access for all visitors to the popular nature reserve.

The walkway has been completely revamped as part of a project funded by East Dunbartonshire Council’s Cycling, Walking and Safer Routes allocation from Transport Scotland and Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT).

The new boardwalk – which replaces the original walkway that was installed in 2005 – will make it easier and safer access to the Moss for people of all ages and abilities. It forms part of a circular route around the Moss - which is home to numerous birds and wildlife - and is designed to protect the valuable habitats beneath it. 

Two sections of the existing paths - covering approximately 1350m – were also upgraded as part of the project.

The first section covers the path from the entrance of Heather Drive and links with the main path that runs to Blackthorn Grove. The second section runs from the entrance to Lenzie Railway Station car park along the northern boundary of the railway line to the boardwalk.

Councillor Paul Ferretti, Convener of Place, Neighbourhood and Corporate Assets, said, “Lenzie Moss is much-loved by local people and visitors alike, who flock here to enjoy its natural surroundings.

“I’d like to thank residents and visitors for their patience and understanding as we upgraded his popular pathway and I’m sure they’ll agree that the end results have been worth the wait.”

Paul Dudman, Chairperson of Friends of Lenzie Moss, said, “Friends of Lenzie Moss are glad to see the new boardwalk now in place.

“We were consulted on the design and must say it looks fantastic. We are also happy to have improved paths, that while wider, have managed to maintain the rural feel appropriate to the Local Nature Reserve.

“We would like to thank the Council for managing to deliver this project in what must be challenging financial times.”