Small choices make a big difference. Discover how everyone visiting Yr Wyddfa can help protect the mountain from plastic waste and litter.
Help preserve the beauty and sustainable future of Wales’s most popular mountain.
Yr Wyddfa is the most popular mountain in Wales and litter is becoming a real threat to its sustainable future. Plastic waste in particular can be found littering the trails and surrounding areas, and if left unchecked, this problem will only worsen over time.
‘Plastic Free’ Yr Wyddfa is an important and ambitious step in protecting the mountain’s sustainable future.
Here are things you can do to help us make Yr Wyddfa ‘Plastic Free’.
Our survey work shows that 85% of people take responsibility for their rubbish, and 71% of people take it home with them. Be part of the solution and make sure you are in that group.
Think especially about small items like wet wipes and cigarette butts. These build up over time and can cause the most damage.
Instead of buying single use plastic bottles, bring a reusable one and fill it up before you start your hike. Refill stations are marked on the National Park Authority’s Llwybrau’r Wyddfa app.
All organic waste is rubbish – it takes much longer to bio-degrade on Yr Wyddfa due to the weather conditions and altitude. These waste types can also damage the local environment.
The original Welsh-and-English infographic provides practical ideas for reducing plastic while preparing for a visit to Yr Wyddfa.
Plan ahead, avoid unnecessary plastic and take your rubbish home.
North Wales & Surrounding Areas