RHYDYMWYN could soon be home to a new glamping site if plans are approved by Flintshire County Council next week.
The proposal has been submitted by Katie and Jon Griffiths for the fields at Keepers Cottage on Bryn y Gelli.
If given the go-ahead, the 2.6 acre site will see hard standing pathways constructed leading to each of six self-contained tubular pods each with one double bedroom, shower and toilet, kitchen area and living/dining room.
There will be a children’s play area and a meadow, with planting around the boundaries to screen the site from neighbouring properties.
A mature oak tree will form the centrepiece of the site, with additional protection installed to preserve it.
There will also be a water treatment plant in one corner of the site to prevent untreated waste water leaching into the landscape.
In the planning documents applicant Katie Griffiths said: “This project is about more than just creating a unique accommodation – it’s about driving more visitors to the area and ensuring the local economy thrives.
“We plan to work closely with businesses to offer guests an authentic, locally enriched experience, encouraging them to explore and spend within the community.”
The application was also supported by Richard L Jones, Business and Tourism Development Officer at Flintshire Council.
“Having reviewed the documents submitted with the planning application the proposal appears to be small-scale, aligning with sustainable rural development goals,” he said.
“I’d suggest it fits the model of sustainable, place-sensitive tourism promoted by Visit Wales and it’s encouraging that initial feedback has been positive.
“It was good to see they have completed the Bronze and Silver Flintshire Tourism Ambassador awards, showing dedication to delivering authentic, high-quality tourism experiences.
“If granted planning approval this proposal would provide excellent and high-quality visitor accommodation in Flintshire.”
But ahead of the planning committee meeting on Wednesday, September 3, some concerns have been raised by local members.
Brynford and Halkyn Ward councillor Simon Jones said he believed that the development would have ‘a significant impact on the well-being of the next-door neighbours to the property’.
Fellow Brynford and Halkyn representative Cllr Fran Lister asked the committee to assess the potential impact on nearby residents in terms of noise pollution and whether the country lane on which Keepers Cottage sits is suitable for the potential increase in traffic.
