Emergency work is needed at a Castle Douglas landmark to tackle the destruction caused by Storm Eowyn.

Gusts of more than 90 mph brought down more than 60 trees at Threave Garden and Estate on the outskirts of the town.

They are among 250 trees lost at National Trust for Scotland properties across the country, with many of the charities buildings also suffering damage in Friday’s storm.

NTS has now launched a fundraising appeal to help cover the cost of some of the work.

The centre of a tree blown out
The centre of a tree blown out (Image: Michael Lawrie)

The charity’s chief executive, Philip Long, said: “The effect of Storm Éowyn has been devastating. While at the Trust we are used to dealing with and plan for difficult weather conditions, the brutal force of Storm Éowyn has wrought unprecedented widespread damage to many of Scotland’s most loved places.

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“Our teams have been working flat-out to make them safe for people again, but the job of repair, restoration and planting will take much longer, and we would be very grateful for people’s support of our charity in this.

To support the fundraising appeal, visit www.nts.org.uk/campaigns/storm-appeal

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