An abandoned mansion in the middle of the countryside is continuing to cause problems for the community.

Privately-owned Glaisnock House near Cumnock has lain empty for a number of years and is listed on the Buildings at Risk Register.

A water pipe serving the property burst this month – sparking alarm after the supply leaked into a river.

SEPA stepped in and Scottish Water have now turned off the supply when the Ayrshire Rivers Trust reported concerns about pollution.

A SEPA spokeswoman said: “Ayrshire Rivers Trust has contacted SEPA about issues caused by a burst pipe at Glaisnock House. While the water is not a risk to the environment, the burst is causing localised discolouration through disturbance of the burn bed.

“We have been liaising with East Ayrshire Council and Scottish Water to have the supply turned off to protect the watercourse.”

Last year East Ayrshire Council boarded up the dilapidated property to stop teens congregating there.

And there was a blaze at the listed building in March this year.

The council say responsibility for the B-listed building lies with the owner.

It was originally built for the Allason family in 1833 and was later used as a school when it was acquired by the council.

The landmark was sold but it is understood Glaisnock House’s owner from China passed away in 2015.

There were plans to convert it into a heritage centre – but they have never been realised.

The historic property has been falling into disrepair since.

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