Exciting changes are coming to Eryri National Park! A groundbreaking project is in motion to enhance the stunning landscape around Dwyryd Estuary by taking those unsightly pylons out of sight. National Grid is spearheading a ‘once-in-a-generation’ scheme to reroute power cables underground via a 3.4km tunnel, allowing for the removal of 3km of overhead lines and 10 pylons.
Thanks to the expertise of Network Rail’s team, this project is progressing smoothly, ensuring the railway and local communities remain unaffected. The team is working meticulously to safeguard the railway as the tunnels cross under it and maintain minimal disruption. Tunnel construction is already underway, and by 2029, the transformation will be complete.
Spanning across the Cambrian Line, the project requires close coordination to keep routes safe and functional. And don’t worry, your favourite walking paths like the Wales Coast Path will stay open throughout the process.
This Eryri project is a part of the select Visual Impact Provision initiatives in the UK, with only five projects like it nationwide. Besides Eryri, others are taking place in cherished landscapes such as the Dorset and Cotswolds.
Network Rail’s Nick Millington highlights the importance of such a project, stating how integral it is to sustainability and community engagement. With delicate tunnelling stages successfully completed, Steve Ellison from National Grid credits the seamless collaboration and expertise of both teams.
Here’s to a future where our beloved landscapes shine without any distractions! 🌿 #EryriNationalPark #GreenFuture