Caersws Community Council

17/05/2026

☕🍰 Meet Your Councillors – Community Drop-In Event 🍰☕

Caersws Community Council would love to invite residents from Caersws, Llanwnog, Clatter, Pontdolgoch and Bwlch y Garreg to our friendly community drop-in event on:

📅 Saturday 13th June
🕙 10:00am – 12:00 noon
📍 Caersws Village Hall

Come along for a free tea, coffee and cake, meet your local Councillors, put a name to a face, chat with local groups and volunteers, and tell us about the things that matter to you in our community.
There’s no formal meeting, no speeches and no agenda — just an informal chance to have a conversation, share ideas, raise concerns or simply find out more about what’s happening locally.

👨‍👩‍👧 Children welcome
☕ Free refreshments
🤝 Meet local volunteer groups & organisations
🏡 Talk about local projects and community ideas

We’re also inviting local clubs, groups and volunteers to join us on the day to showcase the fantastic work happening across our villages.
We’d love to see you there!

06/05/2026

Safety Concerns - Caersws – Update & How You Can Help

Thank you to everybody who has been in touch about the safety of pedestrians in and around Caersws. We really appreciate people taking the time to share their concerns.

📢 Latest update
The Community Council submitted a further proposal to Powys County Council in October 2025 regarding a footbridge, which can be found herehttps://caerswscommunitycouncil.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Caersws_Bridge_Proposal_FINAL-271025.pdf

Since then, there has been some progress:
• Welsh Government confirmed in late 2025 they are working with:
o Powys County Council
o North & Mid Wales Trunk Road Agent
• The focus is on improving pedestrian movement, including a potential new footbridge

Further update (January 2026):
• Footbridge plans have been reviewed with Powys County Council
• They align with Moat Lane junction safety improvements
• Next step was to bring both project teams together
• Consultation on junction safety options was expected before Easter

⚠️ Where things stand now
At present:
• ❌ No confirmed construction date
• ❌ No final design shared with the community
• ❌ No confirmed scheme

We are still waiting for:
• More detail on what the bridge proposal will look like
• When residents will be able to comment

🗳️ With the upcoming Senedd elections, progress can slow during this period. We expect more clarity once the new administration is in place.

🚦 What about traffic lights?
• There are currently no plans to install traffic lights on the bridge
• The focus remains on improving pedestrian safety, including a footbridge option

🔀 Moat Lane / T Junction
• Being considered alongside the footbridge proposals
• Appraisal work has been completed
• Consultation on safety options is expected

✅ Summary
• ✔️ A footbridge is now formally being considered
• ✔️ Bridge and Moat Lane improvements are being looked at together
• ✔️ Further consultation is expected
But:
• ❗ No confirmed timeline
• ❗ No final design available yet

The safety requests are fully supported by our MP, MS and local Councillor.

🤝 How residents can help
We know how strongly people feel.

👉 The most important thing now is turning concerns into evidence.
The more consistent the reporting, the stronger the case for action and investment.

1️⃣ Report incidents (non-emergency)
📞 Call 101 or report online:
https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/rs/road-safety/making-a-road-traffic-incident-report/
• Repeated reports help build a clear picture over time
• Can lead to enforcement (e.g. Section 59 warnings)

2️⃣ Submit dashcam footage
🎥 Operation

https://gosafesnap.wales/

• One of the most effective ways to support action
• Footage can lead directly to police enforcement

3️⃣ Report road or safety concerns
🛣️ Powys County Council:
https://en.powys.gov.uk/article/732/Report-a-problem-with-a-road-or-pavement
🚧 Traffic Wales (A470):
https://traffic.wales/carriageway-defects-and-hazards
📊 Why consistency matters
• One-off complaints are easy to dismiss
• 👉 Consistent reporting creates real evidence

Helpful details:
• Dates
• Times
• Location
• What happened
Even small incidents contribute to the bigger picture.

4️⃣ Community Speedwatch
🚓 Volunteer here:

https://www.gosafe.org/campaigns-and-operations/community-speedwatch/

• Helps monitor speeds locally
• Raises awareness
• Adds evidence to support improvements

5️⃣ Stay informed
📩 Sign up to Dyfed-Powys Connects:
https://www.dyfed-powysconnects.co.uk/
• Free updates from local policing teams
• Stay informed about issues in your area
📌 Why this matters:
Every report helps:
• Build the case for change
• Support enforcement
• Strengthen funding requests

We are continuing to push for improvements, but decisions rely on clear, recorded evidence of risk.

👉 By working together, we can strengthen the case for a safer Caersws.

📧 Contact: [email protected]

30/04/2026

https://mnpmind.org.uk/

12/04/2026

Local Places for Nature Funding
https://en.powys.gov.uk/article/12640/Local-Places-for-Nature-Funding
Local Places for Nature funding is available through Community Wildlife Projects and Neighbourhood Nature

Community Wildlife Grants
Community Wildlife Grants are available to support projects from local organisations and community groups to maintain and enhance biodiversity to create nature on your doorstep, engaging communities to create and enhance places for nature.

Applications for our 2026-27 Local Places for Nature Community Wildlife Grants are now open.

Neighbourhood Nature
Neighbourhood Nature is our small project scheme to provide specific items to enhance the biodiversity value of community space. Items up to a value of £1000 in total can be provided for you, to use within your community space, to encourage nature and enhance biodiversity in publicly accessible spaces. Items are limited to:
Plants, includes trees, bulbs, seeds, plugs, pollinator plants and associated items e.g. tree stakes, peat free compost
Animal homes, includes bird boxes, bug hotels, hibernation boxes, bat boxes and associated items.
We have recently funded Swift boxes, Tawny Owl boxes, fruit trees, wildflower bulbs, wildflower seed, hedging and standard trees.

Cronfa Lleoedd Lleol ar gyfer Natur
https://cy.powys.gov.uk/article/12641/Cronfa-Lleoedd-Lleol-ar-gyfer-Natur
Mae cyllid Lleoedd Lleol ar gyfer Natur ar gael trwy Brosiectau Bywyd Gwyllt Cymunedol a Natur y Gymdogaeth.

Grantiau Bywyd Gwyllt Cymunedol
Mae Grantiau Bywyd Gwyllt Cymunedol ar gael i gefnogi prosiectau gan sefydliadau lleol a grwpiau cymunedol i gynnal a gwella bioamrywiaeth er mwyn creu natur ar garreg eich drws, gan ymgysylltu â chymunedau i greu a gwella lleoedd ar gyfer natur.

Mae'r ceisiadau ar gyfer ein Grant Cymunedol Bywyd Gwyllt ar gyfer Mannau Lleol ar gyfer Natur 2026-27 nawr ar gael.

Cymdogaeth Natur
Natur y Gymdogaeth yw ein cynllun prosiect bach i ddarparu eitemau penodol i wella gwerth bioamrywiaeth man cymunedol. Gellir darparu eitemau hyd at gyfanswm gwerth o £1000 i chi, i'w defnyddio yn eich man cymunedol, i annog natur a gwella bioamrywiaeth mewn mannau sydd ar gael i'r cyhoedd. Mae eitemau wedi'u cyfyngu i:
Planhigion, yn cynnwys coed, bylbiau, hadau, plygiau, planhigion peillio ac eitemau cysylltiedig ee. stanciau coed, compost di-fawn
Cartrefi anifeiliaid, yn cynnwys blychau adar, gwestai pryfed, blychau gaeafgysgu, blychau ystlumod ac eitemau cysylltiedig.
Yn ddiweddar, rydym wedi ariannu blychau’r wennol ddu, y dylluan frech, coed ffrwythau, bylbiau blodau gwyllt, hadau blodau gwyllt, gwrychoedd a choed tal.

Mae rhai o'r cwcis hyn yn hanfodol, tra bydd eraill yn ein helpu i wella'ch profiad trwy adael i ni weld sut mae'r wefan yn cael ei defnyddio

01/04/2026

🚧 Bridge Street Improvements – Caersws

Over recent months, many residents will have noticed a number of improvements along Bridge Street, helping to make this busy part of our community safer for both residents and pedestrians.
Improving the pavement in this area has been something the Community Council has been working on for several years, with discussions going back to 2022 involving the North and Mid Wales Trunk Road Agent and the owners of the Premier Shop.

🚶‍♂️ Pavement Improvements near the Caersws Premier

Works were recently carried out to resurface the pavement near the Premier Shop.
Many will remember the temporary traffic lights in place between October and November, with traffic reduced to a single lane for around three weeks.
While this caused some disruption at the time, the completed works have:

• Improved the condition of the pavement
• Made this route safer and easier to use
• Created more space for pedestrians

🤝 Working Together Locally

The Premier Shop owners also supported the improvements by:
• Relocating a power pole
• Installing a new boundary fence
• Creating a clearer and safer walkway

Road signage has also been repositioned to maximise space and keep the footway clear.
We’d like to thank the shop owners for working with us to deliver improvements that benefit the whole community.

🛣 Wider A470 Improvements

Additional funding has enabled further resurfacing along the A470, including:
• From Caersws Bridge to Trefeglwys Road
• From Caersws Bridge towards Manthrig Lane

These works have significantly improved the road surface through Caersws.

This forms part of a wider programme along the A470, with similar works already completed in Llangurig, now in Caersws, and currently progressing in Llandinam.

ℹ️ Who Looks After Our Roads? (and how to report issues)

• The North and Mid Wales Trunk Road Agency manages trunk roads like the A470
👉 Report issues here: https://traffic.wales/carriageway-defects-and-hazards

• Powys County Council Highways team manages all other local roads
👉 Report issues here: https://en.powys.gov.uk/article/732/Report-a-problem-with-a-road-or-pavement

🔭 Looking Ahead
The bridge area remains one of the busiest pedestrian crossing points in the community.
We are continuing to work with partners to explore longer-term solutions to further improve pedestrian safety in this area.

💬 If you have any feedback or concerns, please message us or email [email protected]

25/03/2026

Annwyl Gydweithwyr,

Rydym yn falch o rannu lansiad Rhwyd Diogelu Powys, adnodd diogelu iechyd ar-lein newydd a ddatblygwyd mewn partneriaeth gan Fwrdd Iechyd Addysgu Powys a Thîm Diogelu Iechyd Cyngor Sir Powys i gefnogi staff iechyd a gofal cymdeithasol, sefydliadau partner gofalwyr di-dâl, a'r sector gofal cymdeithasol ledled Powys.

Mae ProtectNet wedi'i greu fel canolfan ganolog ar gyfer gwybodaeth diogelu iechyd ddibynadwy ac ymarferol. Mae'n dwyn ynghyd ganllawiau cenedlaethol dibynadwy ochr yn ochr ag adnoddau, offer a chyfleoedd hyfforddi lleol mewn un lle hygyrch.

Mae'r adnodd yn cynnwys:
Canllawiau Diogelu Iechyd – canllawiau wedi'u curadu gan sefydliadau dibynadwy gan gynnwys Llywodraeth Cymru, UKHSA, Iechyd Cyhoeddus Cymru a'r GIG.
Ffolder Adnoddau Diogelu Iechyd – 18 pwnc atal a rheoli heintiau gydag offer ymarferol, templedi a deunyddiau y gellir eu lawrlwytho.
Hyfforddiant Diogelu Iechyd – cyfleoedd e-ddysgu a hyfforddi am ddim i gryfhau gwybodaeth a hyder mewn ymarfer.
Bwletinau Diogelu Iechyd – diweddariadau tymhorol ac atgofion allweddol i ddarparwyr.
Cysylltiadau a Chymorth Diogelu Iechyd – cysylltiadau lleol allweddol ar gyfer cyngor a chymorth gydag achosion o’r afiechyd.

Byddem yn ddiolchgar pe gallech chi wneud y canlynol:
Rhannu'r Rhwyd Diogelu o fewn eich sefydliad a'ch rhwydweithiau.
Dosbarthu i gydweithwyr, timau rheng flaen a gwirfoddolwyr lle bo'n briodol.
Defnyddio'r adnodd gyda chleientiaid a gofalwyr di-dâl a allai elwa o ganllawiau hygyrch a dibynadwy.

Gallwch gael mynediad at Rwyd Diogelu Powys yn: https://cy.powys.gov.uk/rhwyddiogelu

Ein nod yw ehangu mynediad at wybodaeth ddiogelu iechyd glir a chyson ledled Powys. Drwy rannu drwy eich rhwydweithiau, gallwn helpu i sicrhau bod mwy o unigolion a sefydliadau yn cael eu cefnogi gyda'r wybodaeth gywir ar yr amser cywir.

Os hoffech unrhyw awgrymiadau o ran geiriad ar gyfer cylchlythyrau neu gyfryngau cymdeithasol, rhowch wybod i ni a byddem yn hapus i ddarparu hyn. Byddem hefyd yn hapus i fynychu unrhyw gyfarfodydd tîm i gyflwyno a/neu drafod yr adnodd.

Bydd Rhwyd Diogelu Powys yn cael ei ddiweddaru'n barhaus gyda'r holl ganllawiau a gwybodaeth ddiweddaraf ar gyfer y sector gofal cymdeithasol. Rydym am i Rwyd Diogelu Powys fod yn adnodd defnyddiol i chi a'ch timau, felly os oes gennych unrhyw adborth, awgrymiadau ar gyfer gwella, neu gynnwys a awgrymir, rhowch wybod i ni. Bydd eich mewnbwn yn ein helpu i sicrhau bod Rhwyd Diogelu yn parhau i fod yn ymarferol, yn berthnasol ac yn ymatebol i anghenion darparwyr gofal ym Mhowys.

Diolch am eich partneriaeth a'ch cefnogaeth barhaus.
Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to share the launch of Powys ProtectNet, a new online health protection resource developed in partnership by the Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) and Powys County Council (PCC) Health Protection Team to support health and social care staff, partner organisations unpaid carers, and the social care sector across Powys.

ProtectNet has been created as a centralised hub for reliable, practical health protection information. It brings together trusted national guidance alongside local resources, tools and training opportunities in one accessible place.

The resource includes:
Health Protection Guidance – curated guidance from trusted organisations including Welsh Government, UKHSA, Public Health Wales and the NHS.
Health Protection Resource Folder – 18 infection prevention and control topics with practical tools, templates and downloadable materials.
Health Protection Training – free e-learning and training opportunities to strengthen knowledge and confidence in practice.
Health Protection Bulletins – seasonal updates and key reminders for providers.
Health Protection Contacts and Support – key local contacts for advice and outbreak support.

We would be grateful if you could:
Share ProtectNet within your organisation and networks.
Circulate to colleagues, frontline teams and volunteers where appropriate.
Use the resource with clients and unpaid carers who may benefit from accessible, trusted guidance.

You can access Powys ProtectNet at: https://en.powys.gov.uk/article/20226/Powys-ProtectNet

Our aim is to widen access to clear and consistent health protection information across Powys. By sharing through your networks, we can help ensure more individuals and organisations are supported with the right information at the right time.

If you would like any suggested wording for newsletters or social media, please let us know and we would be happy to provide this. We would also be happy to attend any team meetings to introduce and/or discuss the resource.

Powys ProtectNet will be continuously updated with all the latest guidance and information for the social care sector. We want Powys ProtectNet to be a useful resource for you and your teams, so should you have any feedback, suggestions for improvement, or suggested content, please let us know. Your input will help us ensure ProtectNet remains practical, relevant and responsive to the needs of care providers in Powys.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support.

19/03/2026

Caersws Public Conveniences

Caersws Community Council has managed the Caersws Public Conveniences since 31 March 2016, when responsibility transferred to the Community Council under licence. For transparency, the licence agreement can be found here: - License Agreement :https://caerswscommunitycouncil.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/6870-Caersws-Public-Toilets-Bridge-St-Licence-Agreement-002-3.pdf

These facilities are an important asset for residents, visitors, local events and passing trade — and we are committed to keeping them safe, clean and operational

🚻 Facilities Available

The facility is open 24 hours a day and free to use, ensuring access for residents and visitors at all times.
There are also disabled toilet facilities available, supporting accessibility for all users.

🛠 What We’ve Improved
Over recent years — and particularly in recent months — a number of practical improvements have been carried out:
• Internal repainting and ongoing decorative maintenance
• Replacement of internal pipework
• New cubicle locks, toilet seats and toilet roll holders
• Re-securing of hand dryers
• Repairs to urinals
• Repairs to lighting, including motion-sensor upgrades and an override switch
• Adjustment to handwashing provision — moving to an approved cold-water handwash solution to reduce unsustainable hot water and boiler costs
These improvements ensure the facilities remain functional, hygienic, and financially sustainable.

🌿 Ongoing Care & Daily Maintenance
The premises are maintained daily by a dedicated member of staff employed by the Community Council. Rhys carries out cleaning, replenishment, and regular checks to a high standard. His reliability and pride in the role make a real difference to how the facilities are presented.
There has also been a noticeable tidy-up of the exterior area, which will continue into the spring and summer months.

🚰 Drainage & Sewer Investigations
We have worked with Hafren Dyfrdwy, Severn Trent and Powys County Council in relation to the public sewer network. These have been inspected and signed off as not causing the ongoing issues.
However, blockages have continued.
Specialist contractors Metro Rod have now carried out surveys which identified ageing sewer infrastructure beneath the toilet car park as the likely cause. The Metro Rod report can be found here: Metro Road Reporthttps://caerswscommunitycouncil.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Caersws-Village-Toilets-1325665.pdf

We are currently in discussion with Powys County Council regarding responsibility and funding for these repairs.

🎨 What’s Next (Spring / Summer 2026)
• Internal repainting (weather dependent)
• External repainting – quotations being sought
• Roof repair works – quotations being obtained
• Continued exterior tidy-up
• Exploring small enhancements to improve appearance
While the adjoining car park is owned by Powys County Council, we are also considering what improvements may be possible within our remit.

📩 Help Us Protect the Facility
If you witness any vandalism, misuse or issues with the Public Conveniences, please contact:
📧 [email protected]
Community assets only remain viable if we look after them together.

07/03/2026

Love the outdoors? Want to help shape the future of Powys’ paths and greenspaces?
Expressions of interest are now open to join the Powys Local Access Forum (2026–2029).

Members work with the council’s Countryside Access and Recreation team, sharing local knowledge and insight to help guide how our public rights of way are managed.

📅 Deadline: Friday 3 April
📩 Email: [email protected]

04/03/2026

Windfall 2026 round opens on 23rd February 2026

re you part of a community group looking for grant money to get a project going? One that relates to sustainability?

Exciting news

Applications will be open on the 23rd of February for the 2026 round of Windfall grants for community groups in south Montgomeryshire.

Grants of up to 100% of the project value are available.
For this round, not-for-profit community groups in the Carno, Caersws, Trefeglwys, Dwyriw, Llanbrynmair and Llanerfyl community council areas ONLY can apply for grant funding of up to £25,000.
All sorts of proposals are welcome, maybe …

you’re thinking about renewable energy measures?

a way to lower your community’s carbon footprint?

an active travel initiative?

how to make your community building more energy efficient?

Whatever your group’s idea, pitch in and apply for a grant that could make a real difference to local people where you live.

To apply, visit https://www.windfall.wales/ Or email [email protected]

The deadline for applications to this round is 4th May 2026.

Further details can be found here:-

03/03/2026

👋 Hello Caersws Community
Over the past year, your Community Council has been working hard on your behalf behind the scenes — progressing projects, raising concerns with partner organisations, and representing our community at county and national level.

As part of our commitment to being more open and transparent, we’ve launched a bright and shiny new website for residents and visitors. It includes information not only about the Community Council and what we do, but also about our local area, amenities, services, and community facilities.
👉 https://www.caerswscommunitycouncil.co.uk

The next stage is to properly relaunch our page and use it to keep you up to date with current news, ongoing projects and community events.

🏛 Who We Are

Caersws Community Council is made up of 10 volunteer councillors, and a Clerk representing Caersws and the wider community including Clatter, Pontdolgoch, Llanwnog and Bwlch y Garreg.

Our role is to represent residents, raise local concerns, and act as a link between the community and the organisations responsible for services, safety, and infrastructure.
Details of your councillors can be found on our website above.

🤝 Who We Work with Closely

On behalf of the community, we regularly work and liaise with:
Your County Councillor – Les George
Your Senedd Member – Russell George
Your Local Member of Parliament - Steve Witherden

As well as key organisations including:
Powys County Council
Transport for Wales
North and Mid Wales Trunk Road Agent
Severn Trent
Hafren Dyfrdwy
Flood Action Forum
This ensures local concerns are raised with the right authorities and followed up appropriately.

🛠 Some of the Projects We’re Working On

Over the coming weeks, we’ll begin sharing updates on current and ongoing projects, including:
🚻 Public conveniences refurbishment and repairs
⚰️ Llanwnog graveyard mapping and safety improvements
🌉 Caersws A470 bridge – pedestrian safety and footbridge proposals
🌧 Manthrig Lane flooding issues
🚆 Travel Hub proposals
🌉 Pontdolgoch Rail Bridge Road Safety issues
🪖War Memorial ownership
🚗 Local parking concerns

💬 Get In Touch

If you have any concerns about our community or local services, please:
Email the Clerk at [email protected]
Or
Message us directly via this page

We’re looking forward to sharing more regular updates and keeping everyone better informed about what’s happening across our community.

Thank you for your continued support 💙

Caersws Community Council serving the people of Caersws and district. Caersws Community Council deals with the issues and concerns of the local community.