Trains cancelled and road warnings as Scotland prepares for Storm Boelo

Paisley’s popular Halloween festival which was taking place this weekend has been cancelled. It included a parade, street theatre and outdoor light installations.

Renfrewshire Council said that while Friday’s event had gone ahead as planned, it was “really sorry” that Saturday’s events had been cancelled because of the severe weather forecast.

The Enchanted Forest event at Pitlochry on Saturday has also been cancelled while organisers have said it is possible Sunday’s event may be cancelled too.

A Halloween family fun day at Dean Park Castle and Country Park in Kilmarnock, scheduled for Sunday, has been postponed due to the weather warning.

Some other events may be postponed during the stormy conditions. Friday’s Scottish Cup tie between Penicuik Athletic and Clyde was among the first to be delayed because of heavy rain.

Edinburgh City Council has said Princes Street Gardens, Lauriston Castle grounds, and Saughton Winter Gardens will be closed On Saturday evening and on Sunday.

Historic Environment Scotland advised that they have closed many of their properties across the country, external, including castles at Edinburgh, Stirling, Aberdour and Caerlaverock, and other landmarks such as Skara Brae in Orkney and Inchmahome Priory in Port of Monteith.

The National Trust for Scotland said some of the locations it manages will be closed because of the “adverse weather” and visitors should check social media channels for the properties before travelling.

Western Isles Council said events including church services should be aware of strong winds throughout Sunday and advised they “plan accordingly”.