Artwork marks 40 years of Clwydian Range AONB
The Clwydian Range and Dee Valley is celebrating 40 years since becoming an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
To mark the anniversary, the trig point at the summit of Moel Famau has been painted with artwork by David Setter, known as @doodleplanet.
The design features a black grouse, curlew and skylark, all ground nesting birds that contribute to the soundscape of the Clwydian Range in spring.
Originally erected by Ordnance Survey in 1935, trig points were concrete pillars used to accurately retriangulate Great Britain, forming the basis of modern map-making.
The Clwydian Range and Dee Valley was designated in 1985 by the Secretary of State for Wales under the National Parks and Access to Countryside Act 1949. The protected area spans over 390 square kilometres, from the coastal slopes of Prestatyn hillside in the north to the Berwyn mountains and the Pontcysyllte aqueduct and canal in the south.
Councillor Alan James, Lead Member for Local Development and Planning, said:
“The natural beauty of the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley is truly astonishing. Thousands of visitors come to gain a sense of peace and tranquillity while enjoying the scenery and its sheer beauty, and as residents of Denbighshire we are very lucky to be able to have such scenery on our doorstep”.
Check live fuel prices near you before you set off.
Spotted something? Got a story? Email news (@) deeside.com
NEW: Add Deeside.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search.
Latest News
