TWO politicians are seeking views on a Denbighshire Council proposal for a popular beauty spot.

Sam Rowlands, MS for North Wales, and Darren Millar, MS for Clwyd West, are urging constituents to have their say on plans to charge for parking at Moel Famau.

Denbighshire Council is holding a consultation on proposals to introduce new parking restrictions within Moel Famau Country Park.

Mr Rowlands MS said: “The park is a very special place and a magnet for ramblers and walkers alike.

"Moel Famau is rich in wildlife and heritage and right on our doorstep and is a local treasure.

“It is a beautiful part of the world and attracts thousands of visitors all year round and we need to do everything we can to ensure it is a safe place to visit and accessible for everyone.

“I would urge my constituents to make sure they do not miss out on the opportunity to have their say on the proposals and take part in the consultation which ends on November 5.”

Mr Millar added: “I received many complaints about irresponsible parking by people accessing Moel Famau over the past 18 months as a result of the booming staycation market so I am pleased to see Denbighshire taking action to address the problem.

"It's vital that the local authority listens to the views of those who have been affected so I'd encourage anyone with an interest to respond to the consultation as soon as possible so that their views can be taken on board.

“Once the consultation has been completed it is essential that any work to implement a scheme to address these issues proceeds quickly."

The council is proposing to issue a Traffic Regulation Order to prohibit parking along Bwlch Pen Barras, adjacent to Moel Famau.

Concerns have been raised that those not using the allotted car parks and parking on Bwlch Pen Barras are impacting the ability of emergency vehicles to access the area as well as causing problems for local residents and businesses.

The proposal is one of a number of measures the council and the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley AONB are taking to help alleviate congestion at Moel Famau, which has included creating an additional 50 car parking spaces at the site.

On launching the proposal, Cllr Brian Jones, Denbighshire’s lead member for waste, transport and the environment, said: “Moel Famau Country Park is an important destination within Denbighshire.

"The peak of Moel Famau is one of Denbighshire’s best-known hills and attracts thousands of visitors every year.

“Over recent years, inconsiderate and dangerous parking along Bwlch Pen Barras has caused problems for local residents and businesses, as well as required extensive use of council and police resources to manage.

“These problems have been exacerbated at peak times including on bank holidays, in favourable weather and more recently as a result of changed travelling and holidaying habits due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic."

Cllr Jones added: “The council is keen to ensure the issues are addressed and that local residents and businesses feel safe and that visitors can safely enjoy the country park.”

Residents are able to view and comment on the proposed Traffic Regulation Order at https://countyconversation.denbighshire.gov.uk/project/627