Mountain Path Repairs on Ben Nevis for the John Muir Trust. Our Hand build team is proud to have partnered with the John Muir Trust to undertake essential mountain path repairs on Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the UK. This project aimed to preserve the natural beauty and integrity of this iconic landscape while ensuring safe and sustainable access…

Abriachan Bridge replacement and path up upgrade. Our Bridge and boardwalk team recently completed a demanding project to replace two aging footbridges at Abriachan, located on the picturesque side of Loch Ness. The remote and rugged terrain posed significant logistical challenges, necessitating the careful transport of all materials by hand and power barrows. Despite these obstacles, the team successfully installed…

Carpark expansion and upgrade Strone Hill Dalmally. As part of a larger project the team recently completed the Strone hill and Glen lochy carparks for Forestry and Land Scotland. Both these sites presented unique challenges, as the new spaces were constructed over large established peat bogs. Utilising unique construction standards, we were able to ensure the stability and longevity of…

Innovative Carpark Installation for Forestry and Land Scotland. In an ambitious undertaking, our team has successfully completed a comprehensive carpark installation for Forestry and Land Scotland, spanning three distinct sites around the Bridge of Orchy and Tyndrum area. This project was not just about adding parking spaces; it was about creating a sustainable infrastructure that harmonises with the natural environment.…

In a remarkable feat of engineering, our team recently completed The Dogfalls bridge replacement project that pushed the boundaries of innovation and determination. Nestled in a challenging location, the project incorporated a prototype design tailored to the unique environmental constraints. Access to the site was limited, requiring meticulous planning and precision in every step of the construction process. The new bridge,…

A few years ago we were tasked with strengthening the abutments on a crucial bridge that spans the river Nethy in Nethybridge. This was a great project to be involved with and took considerable planning. The original concrete abutments had be damages over the years due to undercutting erosion from the fast flowing river. This work was essential to mitigate…

During the Spring last year, the bridge team replaced two road bridges up in Spinningdale on the Dornoch Firth. The originals had be condemned for couple of years so replacement was crucial to allow access for the local foresters and game keepers. The ACT team love tackling small jobs like this, its very rewarding  to see such a huge improvement…

Autumn 2021 the bridge team was busy replacing the old bridge and upgrading the path network at Mingary on the Isle of Mull. The original bridge was built in the Victorian times and was to be replace with a new ATV aerial mast design. the whole site has been designated SSSI statues due to the fresh water pearl Mussels located…

During the the Autumn and Winter of 2020 we took on our biggest bridge building contract to date, the replacement of Utsi's Bridge. Named after the charismatic Sami, Mikel Utsi, who was responsible for reintroducing the reindeer to Scotland, this bridge gives access over the Allt Mor river to the Chalamain Gap. The first incarnation was replaced in 1979 by…

A throwback post,  Kendrick Hill Bridge redecking job we did a couple of summers ago. Our specialist qualified construction personnel have extensive experience building and installing a wide variety of structures, this was a particularly challenging but rewarding project. All work was completed within a couple of weeks and I think the pictures speak for themselves, Cracking job!