Tywi Valley Path
Tywi Valley Path
An exciting project is underway in the stunning Tywi Valley with the former railway track between Carmarthen and Llandeilo being brought back to life as a major leisure and visitor attraction.
Providing a 16-mile traffic free path through one of the most scenic areas of Wales, it will follow an almost adjacent route to that of the River Tywi as it flows from Llandeilo to Carmarthen on its way to Carmarthen Bay, through stunning scenery which takes in castles, country parks and historical estates as well as attractions including the National Botanic Gardens of Wales and Aberglasney Gardens.
Already well underway, with some sections of the path already completed, including a link between Abergwili and Whitemill, the Tywi Valley Path aims to attract visitors from all over the UK and beyond with the potential to generate around £4.4million a year for the local economy, creating jobs in local businesses through enhanced visitor attraction and spend.
Having secured a £16.7million cash boost as part of the UK Government’s new Levelling Up fund, the council now plans to push ahead with further development works including potential land purchase, detailed designs, construction and marketing.
Tywi Valley Path
An exciting project is underway in the stunning Tywi Valley with the former railway track between Carmarthen and Llandeilo being brought back to life as a major leisure and visitor attraction.
Providing a 16-mile traffic free path through one of the most scenic areas of Wales, it will follow an almost adjacent route to that of the River Tywi as it flows from Llandeilo to Carmarthen on its way to Carmarthen Bay, through stunning scenery which takes in castles, country parks and historical estates as well as attractions including the National Botanic Gardens of Wales and Aberglasney Gardens.
Already well underway, with some sections of the path already completed, including a link between Abergwili and Whitemill, the Tywi Valley Path aims to attract visitors from all over the UK and beyond with the potential to generate around £4.4million a year for the local economy, creating jobs in local businesses through enhanced visitor attraction and spend.
Having secured a £16.7million cash boost as part of the UK Government’s new Levelling Up fund, the council now plans to push ahead with further development works including potential land purchase, detailed designs, construction and marketing.
Carmarthenshire County Council is seeking to secure a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) to secure all of the land required to deliver the scheme. The CPO is required where is has not been possible to secure land via negotiation. Documentation in relation to the CPO can be viewed by clicking on the links below:
or at the following locations:
Carmarthen Hwb, St Catherine’s Walk, Carmarthen
Carmarthen Library, St Peters St Carmarthen
Llandeilo Library, Crescent Road, Llandeilo
A local inquiry will be held from 10am on Tuesday the 28th November in Carmarthen Library, No. 9 St Peter’s Street, Carmarthen SA31 1LN to hear representations from persons interested in the land comprised in the above Order and, at the discretion of the inspector, to hear representations from any other persons who may desire to appear and be heard. The inquiry is expected to last three days.
A local inquiry will be held from 10am on Tuesday the 28th November in Carmarthen Library, No. 9 St Peter’s Street, Carmarthen SA31 1LN to hear representations from persons interested in the land comprised in the above Order and, at the discretion of the inspector, to hear representations from any other persons who may desire to appear and be heard. The inquiry is expected to last three days.
The shared use path is mainly 3 metres wide and will be constructed using a variety of surfaces suitable for its use and the surroundings. The path will be classed as a cycle track and will cater for pedestrians and cyclists.
The path will be opened in stages, depending on land acquisitions and funding. Section W1 in Abergwili and on-highway improvements on Section W2 (the U2183 from Bwlch Bach to Fronun) have been completed and are open for public use. We are committed to delivering this scheme in the shortest timescale that funding / land negotiations allow.
We have received £16.7million cash boost as part of the UK Government’s new Levelling Up fund Welsh Government, Local Transport Fund and Active Travel Fund grants. Further money has been secured through Welsh Government Rural Communities - Rural Development Programme 2014-2020, which is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development. These grants have contributed towards scheme development and works completed to date.
Yes, planning has already been secured for the western section, and work is ongoing to compile the information required for the eastern planning application.
The Planning Pre Application Consultation for the Eastern Section is ongoing until the 28th October 22.
The preferred process would be for council officers to meet with individual landowners and come to an agreement based on the specific section, which meets the needs and reasonable requirements relating to the land in question. This is intended to be beneficial to both parties and can often deliver more favourable terms so is preferable to the CPO process, although that option could also be used if necessary.
No, whilst the path may cross over a land holding, the land to each side will not be severed. Access for the landowner can be maintained to suit the particular needs, by agreement.
A scoping report assessing a number of potential on and off road options was undertaken by consultants, It was concluded to utilise wherever possible the route of the old railway line. It is noted that former railway lines make excellent routes for walking and cycling paths, being direct already established continuous transport routes connecting communities. They are reasonably level with gentle gradients, and also have a good base for construction. The links into the community/urban centres at each end and along the route are subject to further feasibility work and options are being investigated.
A number of locations are being considered as entry points / hubs which will incorporate additional facilities such as parking/rest/picnic areas; these will be primarily at or near points where the path meets the public highway, or other public rights of way. Other access may be available by agreement with landowners. The access point which is now open for use is next to the museum in Abergwili where there are 25 parking spaces available for path users.
Good initial design with appropriate specification and features can minimise the need for maintenance. Initial vegetation maintenance during the construction phase, along with the chosen surfacing will ensure a long maintenance-free period and minimal input thereafter, contributing to a low whole-life costing. Carmarthenshire County Council is making a commitment to maintain the asset alongside investigating the possibility of setting up local volunteer groups to assist.
Environmental and ecological reports and surveys have been undertaken at an early stage so designs can not only minimise/eliminate impact on sensitive locations but also provide environmental enhancement where possible. Furthermore, the scheme is subject to strict planning requirements with regards to environmental matters.
Carmarthenshire County Council is seeking to secure a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) to secure all of the land required to deliver the scheme. The CPO is required where is has not been possible to secure land via negotiation. Documentation in relation to the CPO can be viewed by clicking on the links below:
or at the following locations:
Carmarthen Hwb, St Catherine’s Walk, Carmarthen
Carmarthen Library, St Peters St Carmarthen
Llandeilo Library, Crescent Road, Llandeilo
A local inquiry will be held from 10am on Tuesday the 28th November in Carmarthen Library, No. 9 St Peter’s Street, Carmarthen SA31 1LN to hear representations from persons interested in the land comprised in the above Order and, at the discretion of the inspector, to hear representations from any other persons who may desire to appear and be heard. The inquiry is expected to last three days.
A local inquiry will be held from 10am on Tuesday the 28th November in Carmarthen Library, No. 9 St Peter’s Street, Carmarthen SA31 1LN to hear representations from persons interested in the land comprised in the above Order and, at the discretion of the inspector, to hear representations from any other persons who may desire to appear and be heard. The inquiry is expected to last three days.
The shared use path is mainly 3 metres wide and will be constructed using a variety of surfaces suitable for its use and the surroundings. The path will be classed as a cycle track and will cater for pedestrians and cyclists.
The path will be opened in stages, depending on land acquisitions and funding. Section W1 in Abergwili and on-highway improvements on Section W2 (the U2183 from Bwlch Bach to Fronun) have been completed and are open for public use. We are committed to delivering this scheme in the shortest timescale that funding / land negotiations allow.
We have received £16.7million cash boost as part of the UK Government’s new Levelling Up fund Welsh Government, Local Transport Fund and Active Travel Fund grants. Further money has been secured through Welsh Government Rural Communities - Rural Development Programme 2014-2020, which is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development. These grants have contributed towards scheme development and works completed to date.
Yes, planning has already been secured for the western section, and work is ongoing to compile the information required for the eastern planning application.
The Planning Pre Application Consultation for the Eastern Section is ongoing until the 28th October 22.
The preferred process would be for council officers to meet with individual landowners and come to an agreement based on the specific section, which meets the needs and reasonable requirements relating to the land in question. This is intended to be beneficial to both parties and can often deliver more favourable terms so is preferable to the CPO process, although that option could also be used if necessary.
No, whilst the path may cross over a land holding, the land to each side will not be severed. Access for the landowner can be maintained to suit the particular needs, by agreement.
A scoping report assessing a number of potential on and off road options was undertaken by consultants, It was concluded to utilise wherever possible the route of the old railway line. It is noted that former railway lines make excellent routes for walking and cycling paths, being direct already established continuous transport routes connecting communities. They are reasonably level with gentle gradients, and also have a good base for construction. The links into the community/urban centres at each end and along the route are subject to further feasibility work and options are being investigated.
A number of locations are being considered as entry points / hubs which will incorporate additional facilities such as parking/rest/picnic areas; these will be primarily at or near points where the path meets the public highway, or other public rights of way. Other access may be available by agreement with landowners. The access point which is now open for use is next to the museum in Abergwili where there are 25 parking spaces available for path users.
Good initial design with appropriate specification and features can minimise the need for maintenance. Initial vegetation maintenance during the construction phase, along with the chosen surfacing will ensure a long maintenance-free period and minimal input thereafter, contributing to a low whole-life costing. Carmarthenshire County Council is making a commitment to maintain the asset alongside investigating the possibility of setting up local volunteer groups to assist.
Environmental and ecological reports and surveys have been undertaken at an early stage so designs can not only minimise/eliminate impact on sensitive locations but also provide environmental enhancement where possible. Furthermore, the scheme is subject to strict planning requirements with regards to environmental matters.
