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Extension of works at Ponts Vale

We have received the following notice from BAM about extending the works at Ponts Vale:

• High level footpath closures

• Closed until Friday 16^th May, excluding evenings and Early May Bank Holiday weekend between 02/05 17:00hrs – 06/05 08:00hrs) (apologies this refers to the weekend just gone, but arrived with me on Friday)
• 2 week closure for scaffold removal early July ( We can confirm dates in our end of May catch up)
• 2 week closure for reinstatement in August (We can confirm dates in our end of June catch up)
• New signage will be erected to cover the extension of time for general works and intermittent closures until end of September

Overall, the grit-blasting and painting elements of work suffered a slow start due to weather, hence the extension. Equally, they have ended up in effect closing the lower tramway, which was not how it was discussed in the licence agreement, where access was to be maintained. Nonethless, we all see the need for safety to be a priority and hope that people will continue to cooperate with the exclusion area as a safety measure.

I hope BAM will update the signage soon.

Vandalism in the valley

Vandalism in the valley

Unfortunately, we have had more vandalism in the valley,

this time around the wheel pit.

Boards and signage were deliberately damaged

 Please could you let me know if you see anything/anyone that might cause concern re potential vandalism, and I will forward on to the appropriate person in the council

Robin Stephenson

Adders in the valley?

We have received a message from our Countryside Ranger that a dog was bitten by an adder in the valley last week, mid Sept 2024.

This was about halfway along the Lower Tramway (the little dog is OK after vets).

 It is not the usual habitat for adders have you had previous sighting of them?

Please be aware and notify us of any recent sightings?

Our Valley Needs You.

The Friends of Luxulyan Valley are looking for volunteers to help strengthen its Board of Trustees.

We would be happy to hear from anyone interested in ‘getting involved’ in the promotion, conservation and preservation of the Luxulyan Valley, safeguarding its flora, fauna, historic artefacts and unique atmosphere, whilst still providing a place of rest and relaxation.

Please get in touch via the ‘Contact us’ facility on this website for more information.

Trethevy Loop Path closed

On the advice of the Council's tree experts the Trethevy loop path has been closed.  There is a large twin stemmed beech on the corner that is threatening to split apart and fall on to the path.  It is also unsafe to climb. 

The path is closed on either side and a sign has been added at the far end down by the mines.