Storm Isha: Dark Hedges trees blown down

A number of trees in Northern Ireland made famous by series Game of Thrones have been damaged and felled by Storm Isha.

Work is ongoing to clear the site at the Dark Hedges in Co Antrim.

The tunnel of trees became famous when it was featured in the HBO fantasy series and now attracts significant numbers of tourists from around the world.

Mervyn Storey, chairman of the Dark Hedges Preservation Trust, said: "It looks like there are three trees down.

"We have had people out since dawn trying to clear the road. There are a number of other trees down in the area as well.

"This is another blow to the Dark Hedges.

"In fact one of the trees that was healthy has been blown down. It is very sad."