Dumfries and Galloway Council said the B725 at Brow Well near Ruthwell will remain shut until repairs could be carried out.

A first inspection of the bridge has found damage both to the top and underside of the structure close to the historic site.

In the 1700s the Brow Well was renowned for its healing qualities with residents of Dumfries regularly “taking the waters”.

Burns himself visited in 1796 but it failed to improve his condition and he died in July that year.

The Dumfries and Galloway site remains a popular spot for fans of the poet’s work to visit.

It was recently upgraded with a new surround put in place engraved with poetry, a new path and interpretation panel.