Exhibition for quarry extension plans

A public exhibition attended by over 200 people was held in Glyncoch Community Centre near Pontypridd to present proposals for a 10 million tonne extension to Craig yr Hesg quarry in the Taff Valley.

Craig yr Hesg is an important source of premium quality Pennant sandstone for road surfacing. The stone has very high skid resistance, making it ideal for the top surface of roads. It is widely used throughout south Wales and southern England.

“This is a sensitive site which is close to residential homes and a primary school so we had to pay particular attention to the environmental impacts,” said land and planning manager Mark Frampton.

A planning application and environmental impact assessment have been submitted to Rhondda Cynon Taff Council.