Villagers are demanding action on a ‘dangerous’ road amid growing calls for a safe walking area between two Gwynedd communities.

Community leaders in Eifionydd say the grass verge is not suitable for prams or children’s bikes, and are urging Gwynedd Council to introduce a safe footpath between Chwilog and Afonwen.

Local county councillor Aled Evans, said: “Requests have been made since before I became a councillor to look at creating a safe footpath along this lane which begins from the outskirts of Chwilog village towards Afonwen.

“Currently the road is dangerous for pedestrians, with sections of the roadside just a grass verge.

“It is not possible to walk along the side of the road with a pram or a child’s bike – it is far too dangerous.”

He added that, with heavy traffic such as lorries, tractors and buses travelling along the route, the risk of an accident occurring is “ever-increasing” and he recently handed over a 350-signature petition to the local authority.

“I have discussed the problem of a lack of footpath on this road on a number of occasions over the years with Gwynedd Council’s Transport Department,” Cllr Evans said.

“As we are all aware, the lack of funding is a growing concern within local authorities, but I am keen to ensure that this area is prioritised for any Welsh Government funding and investment that may arrive in coming months.”

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