New National Park Designation Project

In its Programme for Government (2021 to 2026), the Welsh Government at that time set out its commitment to designate a new National Park for Wales. The commitment centred on the current Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape.

The assessment of the proposal is now complete and is being considered by the current Welsh Government.

Natural Resources Wales (NRW), as the statutory environmental adviser, was asked to assess the case for a new National Park in parts of north-east Wales and north Powys.

NRW:

• undertook a detailed evidence-based assessment, supported by extensive engagement and consultation with local authorities, communities and stakeholders. 
• concluded that the area met the relevant statutory tests. 
• submitted the proposed Glyndŵr National Park Designation Order to Welsh Ministers for consideration in January 2026.

The proposed Glyndŵr National Park is now being considered by the current Welsh Government in light of its priorities, commitments and financial implications.

While there is evidence of environmental, social, economic and cultural opportunities across the area, Welsh Ministers are also considering:

• issues relating to affordability 
• governance, 
• long-term costs  
• whether similar outcomes could be achieved through other approaches.

Welsh Ministers have reached a provisional view that they are minded not to confirm the Glyndŵr National Park Designation Order and minded not to proceed with the previously announced public local inquiry.

Given the significance of the proposal and the level of public interest, Welsh Ministers are providing a further opportunity for interested parties to submit representations and additional evidence before a final decision is made.

Read the Cabinet Minister’s Oral Statement on the proposed Glyndŵr National Park.

This four-week engagement period will run from 13 October to 11 November 2026.

This provides an opportunity to submit any additional evidence, information or material considerations that you believe Welsh Ministers should take into account before reaching a final decision.

Please submit any relevant information by 11 November 2026.

By email to either:

parciau.cenedlaethol@llyw.cymru  
National.Parks@gov.wales 

By post:

Parc Cenedlaethol Glyndŵr / Glyndŵr National Park
Welsh Government
Sarn Mynach
Llandudno Junction
LL31 9RZ

Find out more about the proposal at: Glyndŵr National Park Designation Order Public Notice 2026 - Natural Resources Wales Citizen Space - Citizen Space

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