A SECTION of the path in an Alverstone nature reserve has been closed today (Thursday, June 23) after the boardwalk was 'deemed unsafe for access'.

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Due to a collapsed section of the boardwalk from the cycle track to Youngwoods Copse Nature Reserve, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust have temporarily closed the path.

Signs and red hazard tape has been put up to restrict people from using the boardwalk.

A spokesperson from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust said: "This section has been deemed unsafe for access. 

"We will endeavour to get repairs made as quickly as possible. 

"Please use an alternative route. Thank you for your cooperation."

​Isle of Wight County Press: Photo courtesy of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.Photo courtesy of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.

Isle of Wight County Press: Photo courtesy of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.Photo courtesy of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.

Isle of Wight County Press: Photo courtesy of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.Photo courtesy of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.