Enjoy Gwynedd safely this Summer

Cyngor Gwynedd wishes to remind visitors and locals to plan their visit and any activities ahead this Summer.

The Council will again be working closely with partners – including North Wales Police and Eryri National Park – to encourage people to act responsibly as they enjoy Gwynedd's natural environment, stunning scenery and fantastic attractions.

The key messages to people visiting are:

• Plan ahead – make sure you arrange your visit and activities in advance to ensure your safety and that of others;
• Park responsibly – check where the appropriate car parks are and any arrangements that need to be made. There is information about Cyngor Gwynedd's car parks on the website www.gwynedd.llyw.cymru/parking. If you are parking along the coast, please check tide times before leaving your car. If a car park is full, consider visiting somewhere else.  Remember that a number of the Council car parks offer the option of the  ‘Paybyphone’ App.
• Motorhomes – the Council has dedicated ‘Arosfan’ stop sites for overnight motorhome  parking. More details on the website: www.gwynedd.llyw.cymru/parking
• Public Transport – if possible, use public transport to cut down on congestion and parking problems in popular areas, and to benefit the environment. Gwynedd's bus timetables, including Sherpa'r Wyddfa, are on the Council's website: www.gwynedd.llyw.cymru/bus 
• Respect our communities – be considerate of the environment and follow any local regulations or warning signs, and remember to respect our staff who are here to help, give advice and share information. Dispose of your litter responsibly by either putting it in a public bin or taking it home with you. Dog owners should always pick up and dispose of their pet's waste. ⁠ 

Councillor Craig ab Iago, Cyngor Gwynedd's Cabinet Member for Environment, said:

"A large number of people visit popular spaces here in Gwynedd every year.

"We are proud to welcome people from near and far to enjoy what Gwynedd has to offer, but we also encourage them to be respectful and plan their visits in advance; from using the  appropriate car parks to the use of bus services to explore the area. We ask motorists to respect the parking restrictions and keep the roads unobstructed and safe.

"Remember that the Sherpa’r Wyddfa bus service links the popular Wyddfa routes with the surrounding towns and villages, and runs more frequently over the Summer months.”

All public bus service information in Gwynedd is available on the Cyngor Gwynedd website www.gwynedd.llyw.cymru/transport and if you are unsure of the location of public car parks, useful information can be found on www.gwynedd.llyw.cymru/parking

Councillor Medwyn Hughes, Cyngor Gwynedd Cabinet Member for Economy and Community added:

“The Gwynedd coastline is very beautiful, but it's important that everyone who visits is aware of the dangers of the coastline and treats the natural environment with respect. Check the weather and tide times before venturing out, and let someone know where you're going.

“Remember to support our local businesses which are an essential part of our communities during your visit to Gwynedd.”

Further useful information on advance planning can be found on the Visit Eryri website: www.ymweldageryri.info/cy/cynllunio-eich-ymweliad and the Eryri National Park website: www.snowdonia.gov.wales/visit/plan-your-visit/