Alerts

At recent regional Tourism Forums attended by WATO representatives, Visit Wales acknowledged on behalf of the Welsh Government that they are aware of those who are falling between the gaps i.e. sole traders, those below VAT threshold, newly incorporated businesses, micro business who don’t pay PAYE, those with no business rates and freelance instructors. They … Read more

Since the Outdoor Alliance wrote to the Welsh Government on 1 April asking for clarification and reassurance about the closures of footpaths and access land due to Covid-19, the Welsh Government has now provided guidance to landowners and managers, saying: “Limited closures are targeted to prevent overcrowding in specific areas only, and widespread closures of … Read more

A message from Dyfed Powys Police: Criminals are using the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic to scam the public – don’t become a victim. Law enforcement, government and private sector partners are working together to encourage members of the public to be more vigilant against fraud, particularly about sharing their financial and personal information, as criminals seek … Read more

Members of the Outdoor Alliance (including SWOAPG) wrote on Monday to the Welsh Government expressing our concerns about the ‘blanket’ closure of footpaths and access land in Wales during the Covid-19 crisis. The letter asks the Government to provide clearer information for the public about what areas are closed and about what they regard as … Read more

Perhaps overtaken by the most recent announcements by the Prime Minister, but… …Natural Resources Wales has informed us that it is closing Car parks in waterfall country, these include Pont Melin Fach, Gwaun Hepste, Dinas Rock, Blaen Llia and we understand Cwm Porth is also closed.

SWOAPG Directors met on 23 Mar to discuss concerns that had been raised about us asking for Membership fees in these difficult times. The Directors appreciate that this is a very difficult time for all of us; that many Members may already be struggling financially; and that many of you will not now be accessing … Read more

Many SWOAPG Members will have already been – or will soon be – affected by the restrictions imposed by coronavirus. This will be a difficult time for all of us, businesses and individuals alike. We don’t feel it’s our place to add yet more advice, but SWOAPG has received through its network the following information … Read more

***This event has been postponed by the organisers – future date To Be Confirmed*** SWOAPG is joining BBNPA and others in providing another ‘Community Activity Day’ for residents of Waterfall Country on Sun 15 March at Pontneddfechan Village Hall – with free activities provided by some of our Members. Please come and join us from … Read more

SWOAPG annual Membership renewals are being sent out NOW from our online membership system, LoveAdmin. If you don’t receive your renewal request this week – or you want to upgrade or request offline payment, please contact us ASAP. Payments are due by 31 March (£78 for Full Members, £26 for Associate Members). If you’re only … Read more

Many of you will already have seen Facebook posts showing tress and other debris in the Sychryd gorge. Here’s the latest report from Katie Lloyd of Princes’ Trust: “We’ve been in the Sychryd today [Tue 3 Mar]. Pools are all clear with the exception of the top pool. The tree on river left is still … Read more