THERE are plans to convert a plot of agricultural land and bike trails into car parking space in Llandeilo.

The plans have been submitted to Carmarthenshire County Council by Michael Evans of MTB Uplift Wales Ltd.

The plans relate to a 3,650 square metre plot of land at Hafod Wen in Llansawel, Llandeilo.

The work has already started, beginning on June 1, 2022. If approved, the plans would see the land – which is currently agricultural land and bike trails/paths and existing brownfield land – changed to tourism use into bike tracks, parking area with extensive tree planting and landscaping, improvements to vehicle access and other associated works.

The tracks have already been established on the land and so the main part of the application is for the associated works including the parking area and tree planting. The aim of the plans is to provide a safe, fun environment to allow those interested in mountain biking to explore the rural area and provide a ‘much-needed’ visitor attraction in the local area.

The bike tracks will be created by shaping the soil and a top stone dressing, using the natural topography of the land. The banks for the tracks will also be created in the same manner.

The tree planting would see a range of species planted.

Anyone wishing to make a representation or see the full plans can do so by visiting www.carmarthenshire.gov.uk/planningapplications and searching for the reference PL/06553. To make a representation, visit the above link, email planningconsultations@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or by writing to Planning Services, Civic Offices, Crescent Road, Llandeilo, SA19 6HW. If using the latter two ways, the reference number must be included in the representation and representations must be received by October 12.