National Grid Electricity Transmission

DOCUMENT 5.8.2.4

Public Right of Way Assessment Chapter 8 – Appendix 4

National Grid (North Wales Connection Project)

Regulation 5(2)(a) including (l) and (m) of the Infrastructure Planning (Applications: Prescribed Forms and Procedure) Regulations 2009

Application Reference EN020015 September 2018

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Final September 2018

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This table provides information for all public rights of way (PROW) within 1 km of the LOD in accordance with the methodology set out in Chapter 8, Visual Assessment (Document 5.8). Information on construction effects uses information from the Public Rights of Way Management Plan (Document 7.6).

On Anglesey, the Wales Coast Path is contiguous with the Anglesey Coastal Path so references to the Wales Coast Path should be taken to be both.

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Ref No. Distance from PRoW Value, LPA PRoW to Nearest Significance Susceptibility Description of Baseline Views Magnitude of Effect Ref No. Part of of Effect & Sensitivity Proposed Receptor Development

SECTION A

Construction: Footpath 20/057/1 would have a diversion via Fisherman's Car Park access lane for approximately 78 weeks during construction (it should be noted that the Wales Coast Path would be diverted to the boundary of the Proposed Wylfa Newydd Development Site prior to construction of the Wylfa Newydd Power Station so there would not be close range views from the footpath adjacent to Wylfa Substation during construction). Receptors would have mid-range views of construction activity but because of Minor PROWA01 the intervening distance these would be relatively inconspicuous adverse and partially blend into the background of landform and vegetation. Ground level activities would mostly be screened by the intervening 20/002/1 landform and vegetation. Some of the taller construction 20/002/2, Value of Views equipment would visible, for example the cranes used for erecting 20/002/3, The Wales Coast Path has two routes on this section of the High the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location 20/002/5, 215m to coast, one along the cliff tops and one slightly further inland for a short period of time. It is therefore anticipated that receptors 20/056/1, Proposed through pastures and a small block of woodland, both would experience a medium-low magnitude of visual change. 20/056/2, Susceptibility OHL linking Cemaes to Wylfa Head in the north (VP-1/30). Views 20/057/1 & High are predominantly out to sea and along the coastline, but Operation Year 1: For most of the PRoW the proposed 400 kV 20/057/2 170 m to the existing Wylfa Nuclear Power Station is in close OHL would be seen in mid-range views running parallel to the Sensitivity Order Limits proximity and is prominent in views to the west. The value existing 400 kV OHL. Pylons would be situated mainly on the of views from the path is considered to be high due to the skyline. The presence of the existing Wylfa Nuclear Power Station Wales Coast High dramatic coastline but recognised that view towards the and the existing 400 kV OHL, which is prominent in the view, Path between power station and existing 400 kV are of lower value. The means that the proposed 400 kV OHL would not be an Cemaes and Minor existing 400 kV overhead line (OHL) exits Wylfa Substation, uncharacteristic feature. It would, however, intensify the visual Wylfa Head adverse which is mainly screened by woodland, and crosses views effects of the existing infrastructure. There are areas of the (signed) to the south before heading into the distance. There is footpath which have more open views (VP-1/29) where effects partial screening of existing OHL in places due to undulating would be more noticeable but as views are concentrated more on topography which the footpath follows. Very distant views of the coast, overall there would be a slight change. Therefore it is Snowdonia National Park from more elevated areas of the anticipated that receptors would experience a medium-low footpath. magnitude of visual change. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: There would be mid-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL although receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the Minor intervening vegetation and landform from southern sections of the adverse footpath. It is therefore anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. PROWA02 Value of Views Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in mid-range views parallel to the existing 400 kV OHL. As the Medium 815 m to Minor existing OHL is prominent, this would result in a slight change to 20/004/1 Proposed adverse the quality of the views. It is anticipated that there would be a OHL Susceptibility medium-low magnitude of visual change. PRoW High Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change between the 720 m to Footpath along the edge of Cemaes near to the Proposed A5025 and described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Sensitivity Order Limits Wylfa Newydd Development Site boundary but not within it. receptors. Maes Cynfor The footpath connects the A5025 with further PRoWs that Medium (signed) lead to the Wales Coast Path. The footpath runs alongside a watercourse, through a linear strip of woodland where Minor views out are restricted and opens up further north where adverse there are open views towards the coast and Wylfa Nuclear Power Station. The existing 400 kV OHL is visible as it exits Wylfa Substation. Views south and east are limited due to built form.

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Construction: Due to the location of the footpath within a residential development, views are screened by built form. The construction route passes by the end of the footpath, but this would No effect have no effects on views from the path. It is anticipated that there Value of Views PROWA03 would be no change in views. Low 980 m to Operation Year 1: Due to the built up nature of the area screening Proposed 20/007/5, views out, it is anticipated that there would be no change for No effect OHL 20/008/1 & Susceptibility views. 20/011/1 Medium Operation Year 15: There would continue to be no change on

720 m to views as Year 1. PRoW within Sensitivity Order Limits Cemaes Medium Short PRoWs within residential development in Cemaes, No effect built form screens views out. 20/008/1 & 20/011/1 are no longer evident and therefore are excluded from the assessment.

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Construction: Receptors would have mid-range views of construction activity associated with the OHL including, construction at the individual pylon locations, conductor pulling locations, construction access track, presence of equipment and movement of construction vehicles. The works would be Minor noticeable but they would be short-term. The works at Wylfa adverse Substation would not be visible from this footpath due to the PROWA04 existing landforms, retained vegetation and the drop in elevation along the PRoW where views would be screened. It is anticipated Value of Views 20/010/1 & that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. Medium 265 m to 20/010/2 Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would run parallel Proposed to the existing and broadly parallel footpath to the south-east. In OHL Susceptibility Footpath connecting a minor road near Cemaes Mill this section pylons would appear broadly synchronised in many PRoW Minor High (R1/00298) with the A5025 near Bryniau (R1/00215). From views and slightly closer to the PRoW than the existing line. between adverse Ffordd Felin 200 m to the south the footpath passes adjacent to the mill before Overall there would be a slight change in the quality of views due and Ffordd Sensitivity Order Limits heading north-west through fields and adjacent to the to the increase in numbers of pylons. It is anticipated that there property at Cefn Helyg (R1/00265), dropping in elevation would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. Caergybi Medium (A5025) until it crosses a watercourse. From there is rises towards Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change the A5025 passing alongside Gwyddelyn Newydd (not signed) described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by (R1/00217) and along a track to the road. Vegetation is receptors. limited to hedgerows and small groups of trees along the watercourse so, combined with the landform, there are open Minor views to the north and east towards the existing 400 kV adverse OHL and Wylfa Nuclear Power Station, although due to the landform rising slightly to the north, these may be partially screened. Tregele is visible beyond the existing OHL.

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Construction: As the footpath crosses the Order Limits there would be a diversion around the pylon working area for approximately 58 weeks to allow for construction. Views of ground level works would be filtered by the vegetation along the footpath, becoming more prominent just north of Llanfechell where the works PROWA05 would be in closer proximity. In longer distance views some of the Moderate taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the adverse

cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be 20/011/2, present at each pylon location for a short period of time. Due to 20/011/3, Value of Views the proximity and openness of views at the southern end of the 20/011/4, Medium footpath it is anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude 20/011/5, Oversailed by of visual change. 20/011/6, the Proposed Susceptibility Footpath connecting Llanfechell and Cemaes. From the Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in Minor 38/015/1 & OHL and High north the footpath follows a track towards the football close and mid-range views along the footpath. As the existing OHL adverse (with 38/015/2 within the ground before heading south towards Llanfechell (VP-1/11) is already prominent, this would result in a slight change to the locally Order Limits Sensitivity along field boundaries. To the west there is a linear belt of quality of the views. It is anticipated that there would be a moderate PRoW vegetation which filters views and beyond landform screens medium-low magnitude of visual change but acknowledged that at effects at Medium between views of the existing 400 kV OHL. Views are more open to the southern end there would be a more noticeable change and southern Llanfechell the east as the footpath rises slightly in elevation. To the therefore a medium magnitude of change. end) and Cemaes south, views along the PRoW are towards the existing Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor (signed) 400 kV OHL which can be seen heading into the distance to described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with the south-east. The footpath passes under the line near the receptors. locally standing stone before entering a residential area where moderate views are more contained by built form. effects at southern end)

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Construction: Views towards the Proposed Development would be heavily filtered by built form and vegetation. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes Minor used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at adverse PROWA06 each pylon location for a short period of time. Due to the filtering it Value of Views is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of change. 20/028/1 Medium 330 m to Operation Year 1: There would be mid-range views towards the Proposed Proposed Development and the proposed 400 kV OHL would be OHL slightly further from the footpaths than the existing. Due to the PRoW to the Susceptibility Minor amount of screening and filtering from vegetation, undulating south of High adverse landform and distance from the Proposed Development, it is Tregele 250 m to anticipated that overall there would be a low magnitude of visual between Sensitivity Order Limits A5025 and Inaccessible at time of survey, this PRoW runs along the change. Medium minor road southern side of Tregele along a strip of scrubland Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change (not signed) connecting the A5025 to a minor road near Tawelfan described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by (R1/00128). Views north and east towards the existing receptors. Minor 400 kV OHL would be glimpsed due to the built form and adverse vegetation which would heavily filter views. There are views of a low voltage lattice pylon line to the south-west.

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately 64 weeks during construction. Receptors would have mid and close range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL including, construction at the individual pylon locations, conductor pulling Moderate locations, construction access track, presence of equipment and adverse PROWA07 movement of construction vehicles. The works would be very noticeable due to the open nature of the views and proximity to the Value of Views Medium works but they would be short-term. It is anticipated that there 20/032/1 would be a medium magnitude of visual change. Oversailed by

Susceptibility the Proposed Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in PRoW High OHL and close, mid and long-range views running parallel to the existing between within the This footpath runs along a field boundary between Ffordd 400 kV OHL. Pylons would visible on the skyline. The presence of

Ffordd Felin Order Limits Felin and a minor road to the west. The existing OHL runs the existing 400 kV OHL and the existing Wylfa Nuclear Power and minor Sensitivity directly above the footpath with unobstructed and open Station means that the proposed 400 kV OHL would not be an Moderate road Medium views towards Wylfa Nuclear Power Station (VP-1/04) in the uncharacteristic feature. It would, however, intensify the visual adverse (signed) north. There are views beyond Wylfa Nuclear Power effects of the existing infrastructure. Due to the openness of the Station to the Irish Sea and towards Mynydd y Garn to the views there would be a noticeable change, therefore it is west. Views east are limited by vegetation. anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude of visual change. Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change Moderate described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: Due to the filtering views of construction would be limited. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, PROWA08 for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of Minor Value of Views time and views would only be glimpsed. At the southern end views adverse 20/040/1 would open up towards construction activities but only for a very Medium 375 m to short section of the footpath. Overall it is anticipated that there Proposed PRoW would be a low magnitude of visual change. Susceptibility OHL between High Operation Year 1: There would views of the proposed 400 kV Ffordd OHL at the southern end of the footpath where views open up but 275 m to Minor Caergybi for the rest of the PRoW views would be screened by vegetation. It Order Limits adverse (A5025) and Sensitivity is therefore anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of 20/010/1 Medium Footpath which follows access track to Cefn Helyg visual change. (PROWA04) (R1/00265). Track is bounded by vegetation to either side Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change (not signed) which screens views. At the very southern end of the described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Minor footpath, views open up across fields towards the existing receptors. adverse 400 kV OHL.

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Construction: As the footpath crosses the Order Limits there would be PRoW management for approximately 58 weeks during construction. Views of ground level works would be filtered by the vegetation, becoming more prominent just north of Llanfechell where the works would be in closer proximity. In longer distance Moderate views some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for adverse example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would PROWA09 only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. Value of Views Due to the proximity and openness of views at the southern end of 20/042/1, Medium the footpath it is anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude of visual change. 20/051/1 & Oversailed by 38/016/1 Susceptibility the Proposed Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in Minor High OHL and PRoW connecting Llanfechell and Cemaes. From the north close and mid-range views along the footpath. As the existing OHL adverse (with within the the footpath begins near the football ground before heading is already prominent, this would result in a slight change to the locally PRoW between Order Limits south towards Llanfechell along field boundaries along a quality of the views. It is anticipated that there would be a moderate Sensitivity Llanfechell slightly raised landform. To the east there is a linear belt of medium-low magnitude of visual change but acknowledged that at effects at and Cemaes Medium vegetation which filters views. Views to the south and east the southern end there would be a more noticeable change and southern are more open. To the south, views along the PRoW are therefore a medium magnitude of change. end) (signed) towards the existing 400 kV OHL which can be seen Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor heading into the distance to the south-east (VP-1/11). The described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with footpath passes under the line near the standing stone receptors but acknowledged that at the southern end there would locally before entering a residential area where views are more be a more noticeable change and therefore a medium magnitude moderate contained by built form. of change. effects at southern end)

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Value of Views construction works it is anticipated that there would be a negligible 20/052/1 & Medium magnitude of visual change. 38/081/1 690 m to Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in Proposed Susceptibility OHL long range views, only the upper sections visible due to the PRoW landform and vegetation which would screen and filter views. High between two Pylons would appear broadly synchronised in views from this Minor

minor roads 490 m to footpath. The western sections of the PRoW would have limited adverse Order Limits near Criw Sensitivity From the east the PRoW follows the access track to Criw views due to landform. The change overall would be perceptible (R1/01211) Medium (R1/01211) before passing through the yard at Criw and but inconspicuous and therefore anticipated that there would be a (signed from heading south-west. Views consist of undulating pastures low magnitude of visual change. west) with hedgerows boundaries, individual properties and wind Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change turbines. The existing 400 kV OHL is visible in the distance described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Minor to the west, mainly from the eastern sections of the PRoW. receptors. adverse Landform screens the lower sections of footpaths.

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and PRoW management would be required for approximately 62 weeks during construction. There would be close range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL, including PROWA11 construction activity related to 4ZA012 which would be in close proximity. Ground level works for other pylons would not be visible Moderate Value of Views due to landform and vegetation but some of the taller construction 20/054/1 adverse Medium equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location Oversailed by for a short period of time. The works would be noticeable and PRoW the Proposed Susceptibility temporary but would affect a large proportion of the PRoW and between OHL and High therefore it is anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude minor road to within the of visual change. the north of Order Limits Footpath connecting a minor road to 20/011/5 via Gors Llanfechell Sensitivity (R1/00533). The PRoW follows a farm track, through the Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in and 20/011/5 farm yard at Gors and onto pastures to the north. The close and mid-range views parallel to the existing 400 kV OHL. As Medium Minor (PROWA05) existing 400 kV OHL runs directly above the footpath near to the existing OHL is prominent, this would result in a slight change adverse (not signed) the entrance to Gors. As well as the existing OHL visible to to the quality of the views. It is anticipated that there would be a the north and south, there are multiple wood pole lines medium-low magnitude of visual change. visible from the footpath and views of wind turbines to the Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor north-east and Wylfa Nuclear Power Station to the west. described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: There would be mid and long-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL although receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller Minor construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes adverse PROWA12 used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at Value of Views each pylon location for a short period of time. It is therefore Medium 20/055/1 260 m to anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change.

Proposed Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in Susceptibility OHL PRoW views to the south with some filtering by vegetation. In more open High between views the Proposed Development would be seen in the context of Minor Ffordd Felin 145 m to the existing 400 kV OHL. There would be a slight change and it is adverse and 20/011/5 Sensitivity Order Limits Footpath connecting Ffordd y Felin at Bryn Siriol (R1/00292) therefore anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude to 20/011/5. The PRoW follows a track down the side of of visual change. (PROWA05) Medium Bryn Siriol with high hedgerows which screen views. Views (not signed) Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change then open up across pastures where there are long distance described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by receptor views towards Mynydd Bodafon and Snowdonia in the far Minor distance. A number of wind turbines are visible to the north- adverse east. The existing 400 kV OHL is visible in mid and long range views as it heads south-east.

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Construction: There would be mid and long-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL although receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the intervening vegetation and landform along much of the footpath. At Minor PROWA13 Foel Fawr views are longer ranging and taller construction adverse equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting 38/011/1, the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location 38/011/2, Value of Views for a short period of time. It is therefore anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. 38/011/3 & Medium 370 m to 38/013/1 Proposed Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in Susceptibility OHL mid to long range views. Many of the pylons would appear broadly synchronised in views from this footpath. The southern sections of PROW High Minor This footpath connects Cromlech Terrace in Tregele with a the PRoW would have more limited views due to landform. As the between 280 m to adverse minor road west of Llanfechell and runs through the low voltage line is more prominent in views, the proposed 400 kV Tregele and Sensitivity Order Limits minor road farmyard of Foel Fawr (R1/00119). The landform rises OHL would be perceptible but inconspicuous and therefore west of Medium towards the farm which is located on an elevated area. anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. Llanfechell There are views towards the existing 400 kV OHL and Wylfa Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change (signed from Nuclear Power Station in the north. Views from the north described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by the south) end of the footpath are screened in places by residential receptors. properties within Tregele and views from the south end of Minor the footpath by landform. A low voltage lattice pylon line is adverse in close proximity to the east side of the footpath and is more prominent than the 400 kV OHL.

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Construction: Receptors would have mid-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL including, construction at the individual pylon locations, conductor pulling locations, construction access track, presence of equipment and Moderate movement of construction vehicles. The works would be adverse noticeable due to the open nature of the views and proximity to the works but they would be short-term. It is anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude of visual change. PROWA14 Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in

Value of Views mid and long-range views running parallel to the existing 400 kV 38/012B/1 Medium OHL. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL and the existing 175 m to Wylfa Nuclear Power Station means that the proposed 400 kV OHL Moderate Proposed This group of PRoWs connect Tregele and Llanfechell with would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It would, however, PROW adverse Susceptibility OHL a group of standing stones on an elevated area to the north- intensify the visual effects of the existing infrastructure. Due to the between High west of Llanfechell (VP-1/05). Views from the footpaths openness of the views there would be a noticeable change, Tregele and consist large and gently rolling pastures bounded by therefore it is anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude Llanfechell 60 m to Order hedgerows and post and wire fences are interspersed with of visual change. accessing the Sensitivity Limits scattered residential properties and farmsteads, with mature standing Medium Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change individual trees and small woodland blocks. There are long stones described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by views across rolling pastoral farmland towards (signed) receptors. Penymorwydd. Snowdonia is visible to the south on the distant horizon from the more elevated areas of the footpaths. The existing 400 kV OHL is a noticeable feature Moderate and is seen heading off into the distance both towards Wylfa adverse Nuclear Power Station and to the south-east. Clusters of wind turbines are visible on the horizon beyond the existing 400 kV OHL.

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Construction: Due to the landform screening the majority of views towards the Proposed Development, views of construction would be limited. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible to the north from the northern end of the footpath, for Negligible PROWA15 example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. 38/012A/1, Value of Views Due to the glimpsed nature of the views, it is anticipated that there would be a negligible magnitude of visual change. 38/012A/2, Medium 710 m to 38/012A/3 & Proposed Operation Year 1: The landform would screen majority of views of 38/018/1 Susceptibility OHL the Proposed Development. The low voltage lattice pylon line is the prominent feature in views and the proposed 400 kV OHL Minor High would be perceptible but inconspicuous and in combination with adverse PROW 625 m to These footpaths connect minor road to the west of the existing 400 kV OHL. Therefore anticipated that there would between Sensitivity Order Limits Llanfechell passing through pastures and scrubland with be a low magnitude of visual change. minor roads hedgerow boundaries. The settlement of Llanfechell and to the west of Medium Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change rising landform screens views in places towards the existing Llanfechell described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by OHL. A low voltage lattice pylon line is more prominent in (signed) receptors. view than the 400 kV OHL. The footpath passes through Minor farmyards at Hen Blas (R1/00195) and Plas Newydd adverse (R1/00190).

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Construction: There would be mid and long-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL although receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the PROWA16 intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller Minor construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes adverse 38/001/1, used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at 38/001/2, Value of Views each pylon location for a short period of time. It is therefore anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. 38/001/3 Medium 510 m to 38/002/1, Proposed Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in 38/002A/1, Susceptibility OHL views to the north-east with some filtering by vegetation. In more 38/002/2, open views the Proposed Development would be seen in the Minor High 38/021/1 & context of the existing 400 kV OHL. There would be a slight adverse

30/050/1 420 m to Group of footpaths which connect Llanfechell and Brynddu change in quality of views and it is therefore anticipated that there Sensitivity Order Limits Road to Tyddyn Cywarch (R1/00875) which is on the would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. PROWs to Medium boundary of the Mynydd Mechell Special Landscape Area Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change the south of and the wider footpath network. Undulating landform in this described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by receptor Llanfechell area varies the views along these footpaths. There is limited vegetation in the area to filter views. The existing Minor (not signed) 400 kV OHL is visible to the north-east and the low voltage adverse lattice pylon line to the south and west.

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Construction: There would be mid and long range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. From the east, the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. On the Minor western section of the footpath and from the tumulus, views of adverse (with PROWA17 construction would be more open, receptors having mid-range locally views towards construction activity including, construction at the moderate individual pylon locations, conductor pulling locations, construction effects at 38/077/1 Value of Views access track, presence of equipment and movement of eastern end) Medium construction vehicles. Overall, it is anticipated that there would be PRoW 240 m to a medium-low magnitude of visual change but acknowledged that between Proposed around the tumulus construction would be more noticeable with a Susceptibility This footpath connects minor roads east of Bodewryd via Rhosbeirio OHL medium magnitude of visual change. High the tumulus at Penymorwydd (VP-1/09). From the east the Farm and within the footpath follows the access to Rhosbeirio Farm (R1/01308) Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in (R1/01308) Order Limits which is a well-kept track, lined with cloddiau and trees mid and long range views running parallel to the existing 400 kV and minor Sensitivity before passing through the farm yard and through pastures, OHL. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL and the existing road near Medium however the stiles to the west are blocked up by overgrown Wylfa Nuclear Power Station means that the proposed 400 kV OHL Brynduu Moderate vegetation. The tumulus is located on elevated landform would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It would, however, (R1/01118) adverse view open views to the north, west and south. There are intensify the visual effects of the existing infrastructure. Due to the (signed) mid and long range views towards the existing 400 kV OHL openness of the views there would be a noticeable change, and Wylfa Nuclear Power Station. Views to the north therefore it is anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude include a number of wind turbines. of visual change. Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change Moderate described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately 4 weeks during construction. There would be mid to close range views towards PROWA18 construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level works for most pylons would not be visible due to landform and Minor 38/072/1, vegetation but some of the taller construction equipment may be adverse 38/078/1, visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but 38/078/2 & these would only be present at each pylon location for a short Value of Views 38/080/1 period of time. It is anticipated that there would be a medium-low Medium magnitude of visual change. Oversailed by PRoW Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in Susceptibility the Proposed between OHL and views as the footpath travels towards it and pylons would appear High PRoW which connects minor road near Rhosbeirio Farm broadly synchronised in many views. The Proposed Development Rhosbeirio within the Minor (R1/01308) north-west of Bodewryd and minor road to the would be seen in the context of the existing 400 kV OHL. There Farm Order Limits adverse (R1/01308) Sensitivity south near Pentreheulyn (R1/01293). From the north the would be a slight change in quality of views and it is therefore footpath follows a track associated with the farm before anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual and minor Medium road near crossing pastures towards the existing 400 kV OHL. After change. Pentre- passing beneath, the footpath rises into the rocky outcrops Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change heulyn around Pentreheulyn before following a track to the road. described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by (R1/01293) When on tracks, views are more contained by hedgerows, receptors. but there is little vegetation to filter views on the rest of the Minor (signed) footpath. Landform to the east and west of the northern adverse section limits views, concentrating them towards the existing 400 kV OHL which is a prominent feature.

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Construction: There would be close and mid-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. Some taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. On the northern PROWA19 section of the PRoW, views of construction would be in closer Minor proximity, receptors having mid-range views towards construction adverse 38/003/1, activity including, construction at the individual pylon locations, 38/003/2, conductor pulling locations, construction access track, presence of 38/003/3, equipment and movement of construction vehicles, but filtered by 38/003A/1, vegetation. It is anticipated that there would be a medium-low 38/003B/1 & magnitude of visual change overall. 38/059/1 Value of Views Medium This group of footpaths connect a minor road near Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in 200 m to Bodelwyn (R1/01182) and minor roads within Mynydd mid and long range views running parallel to the existing 400 kV

PROW Proposed Mechell Special Landscape Area to the south. From the OHL. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL means that the between Susceptibility OHL north the PRoW follows the access to Bodelwyn before proposed 400 kV OHL would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It minor road High heading south-east towards Beudygwyn Farm (R1/01203). would, however, intensify the visual effects of the existing Minor near 110 m to From there the path splits into three, one following the infrastructure. For much of the footpath views are limited by adverse (with Bodelwyn Sensitivity Order Limits access track to the minor road and the others passing landform and therefore overall it is anticipated there would be a locally (R1/01182) through areas of rocky outcrops and scrub. Views are slight change in the quality of views due to the increased number of moderate Medium and minor varied along the footpath, with some filtering from hedgerow pylons and a medium-low magnitude of visual change. It is effects at roads within boundaries in the northern sections and screening from acknowledged that the northern end on the footpath is in much northern end) Mynydd landform in the southern sections. There are close and mid- closer proximity and follows broadly parallel to the Proposed Mechell range views towards the existing 400 kV OHL. Development and in this section the change would be more Special noticeable and therefore a localised medium magnitude of visual Landscape change. Area (not Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor signed) described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with receptors with a localised medium magnitude of visual change at locally the northern end. moderate effects at northern end)

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately 42 weeks during construction. There would be mid to close range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level works for most pylons would not be visible due to landform and Minor vegetation for much of the PRoW but some of the taller adverse PROWA20 construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at 38/064/1, each pylon location for a short period of time. It is anticipated that 38/065/1, there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. 38/065/2, Value of Views Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in 38/065/3, Medium views from the north as the footpath travels towards it and pylons 38/065/4, Oversailed by This group of footpaths connect Bodewryd and Carreglefn. would appear broadly synchronised in many views. The Proposed 38/065/5, the Proposed Susceptibility From the north footpaths cross opens pastures with low Development would be seen in the context of the existing 400 kV Minor 38/066/1 & OHL and High hedgerows and stone wall boundaries. The existing 400 kV OHL. Vegetation and landform to the south screens and filters adverse (with 38/071/1 within the is a prominent feature on the skyline (VP-1/33). After the views. Overall there would be a slight change in quality of views locally Order Limits Sensitivity footpath passes beneath the OHL is rises in elevation and it is therefore anticipated that there would be a medium-low moderate PRoWs through the rocky outcrops of Mynydd Mechell Special magnitude of visual change. It is acknowledged that the northern effects at Medium between Landscape Area. This southern area has more vegetation end on the footpath is in much closer proximity with more open northern end) Bodewryd which filters views. views due to lack of vegetation and in this section the change and would be more noticeable and therefore a localised medium Carreglefn magnitude of visual change. (signed) Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with receptors with a localised section of medium magnitude of visual locally change at the northern end. moderate effects at northern end)

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately 40 weeks during construction. There would be mid to close range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level works for most pylons would not be visible due to landform and Minor PROWA21 vegetation for much of the PRoW but some of the taller adverse construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at 38/060/1, each pylon location for a short period of time. It is anticipated that 38/061/1, there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. 38/063/1, 38/067/1, Value of Views Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in 38/067/2, Medium views from the north as the footpath travels towards it and pylons 38/068/1, Oversailed by This group of footpaths connect Bodewryd and Carreglefn. would appear broadly synchronised in many views. The Proposed Minor 38/069/1, the Proposed From the north footpaths cross opens pastures with low Development would be seen in the context of the existing 400 kV Susceptibility adverse (with 38/069/2, OHL and hedgerows and stone wall boundaries. The existing 400 kV OHL. Vegetation and landform to the south screens and filters High locally 38/070/1 & within the is a prominent feature on the skyline. After the footpath views. Overall there would be a slight change in quality of views moderate 44/028/2 Order Limits passes beneath the OHL it rises in elevation through the and it is therefore anticipated that there would be a medium-low effects at Sensitivity rocky outcrops of Mynydd Mechell Special Landscape Area magnitude of visual change. It is acknowledged that the central near (VP-1/16), landform screening views to the south. From the areas of the footpath are in much closer proximity with more open PRoWs Medium Bodewryd) western end the view are elevated with Wylfa Nuclear views due to lack of vegetation and in this section the change between Power Station visible on the distant skyline. would be more noticeable and therefore a localised medium Bodewryd magnitude of visual change. and Carreglefn Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor (signed) described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with receptors with a localised section of medium magnitude of visual locally change near Bodewryd. moderate effects at near Bodewryd)

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately 38 weeks during construction. There would be mid to close range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level works for most pylons would not be visible due to landform and Minor PROWA22 vegetation for much of the PRoW but some of the taller adverse construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at 38/085/1 & Value of Views each pylon location for a short period of time. It is anticipated that 44/035/1 Medium there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. Oversailed by the Proposed Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in PRoW Susceptibility views from much of the footpath and the Proposed Development between High OHL and within the Footpath that connects PROWA21 to the minor road at would be seen in the context of the existing 400 kV OHL. As the Moderate Bodewryd Rhosgoch. From the north the PRoW passes through a views are generally open and the proposed 400 kV OHL in close adverse (PROWA21) Order Limits Sensitivity network of small distinctive fields with a mix of hedgerow proximity would be noticeable, it is anticipated that there would be and minor and stone wall boundaries. It rises in elevation towards Tyn' a medium magnitude of visual change. Medium road at Rallr (R1/01347), passing under the existing 400 kV OHL Rhosgoch Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change before continuing through farms at Hafodol Isaf (R1/01351), described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by (not signed) Hafodol Ganol (R1/01352), Garnedd Isaf (R2/00016) and receptors. Clydfan (R2/00020). Views from the footpath are varied, Moderate generally being quite open but with some filtering by adverse vegetation, rocky outcrops and built forms around the farm yards. The existing 400 kV OHL is prominent in views and on the skyline.

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SECTION B

Construction: There would be mid and long range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL and in more distant views taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the PROWB01 Minor cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be adverse present at each pylon location for a short period of time. It is Value of Views 38/074/3 therefore anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude Medium 250 m to of visual change. Proposed PROW Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in Susceptibility OHL between views with some filtering by vegetation around Glan y gors. In High minor road more open views the Proposed Development would be seen in the Minor north of 170 m to context of the existing 400 kV OHL. There would be a slight adverse Rhosgoch Sensitivity Order Limits change and it is therefore anticipated that there would be a Group of footpaths through a network of small distinctive medium-low magnitude of visual change. and Medium Rhosgoch fields connect Dafarn Hwyaid and Glan y gors (R1/01369) to Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Ty Hen Stesion (R2/00037) in Rhosgoch. There are mid to (not signed) described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by receptor long range views towards the OHL partially screened to the Minor south by the undulating landform and filtered by some adverse vegetation but prominent in views as seen on the skyline.

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Construction: There would be mid and long range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL although receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller Minor construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes adverse used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at PROWB02 each pylon location for a short period of time. It is therefore Value of Views anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. Medium 545 m to 44/030/1 Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in Proposed medium and long-range views running parallel to the existing Susceptibility OHL PRoW 400 kV OHL. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL means that High between the proposed 400 kV OHL would not be an uncharacteristic visual Minor minor roads 375 m to Footpath to the west of Rhosgoch between two minor roads. feature. It would intensify the visual effects of the existing adverse to the west of Sensitivity Order Limits From the north, this footpath follows a narrow farm track to infrastructure but would not noticeably change the character and Garnedd Newydd (R2/00011) and then along field quality of the views. Therefore it is anticipated that there would be Rhosgoch Medium boundaries through pastures. The southern end of the a medium-low magnitude of visual change. (not signed) footpath is overgrown with vegetation and does not appear Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change to be accessible. Views are screened to the east for much described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by of the footpath by a tall hedgerow with more open views to receptors. Minor the west. There are longer distance views to the north adverse which include the existing 400 kV OHL, and more distant wind turbines.

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately two weeks during construction. Receptors would have mid and close range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL including, construction at the individual pylon locations, conductor pulling locations, construction access track, presence of equipment and Moderate movement of construction vehicles. As this area is a transition and adverse the existing 400 kV OHL is being dismantled there would be works during construction of the proposed 400 kV OHL. Due to this additional work which would be noticeable in the elevated long PROWB03 range views, it is anticipated that there would be a medium Value of Views magnitude of visual change. Medium 44/031/1 Footpath to the south-west of Rhosgoch connecting two Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHLs would be seen in 40 m to minor roads via Tyn Rhos (R2/00022). From the north the close to long range views, a section of the existing OHL being Susceptibility Proposed PRoW footpath does not appear to have an accessible entrance replaced by two new sections of OHLs centred on the existing High OHL and between within the adjacent to Refail Pengarnedd (R2/00019). The PRoW alignment. The extent of pylons in views to the south would slightly minor roads Order Limits follows a field boundary through open pastures, until it increase but would be concentrated in the same area of the view intersects with the access track at Tyn Rhos. The landform as the existing pylons. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL to the west of Sensitivity Moderate gently falls away towards the southern aspect of the means that the proposed 400 kV OHLs would not be an Rhosgoch Medium adverse footpath, and there are long distance views to the east, west uncharacteristic feature. The removal of the existing line and (not signed) and south from this section of the footpath. The view replacement with slightly smaller pylons is a noticeable change but encompasses a number of individual properties, pastures not substantially different from the existing view. It would slightly and linear tree belts as well as occasional wind turbines. intensify the visual effects of the existing infrastructure. Therefore The existing 400 kV OHL is a prominent feature in this view, it is anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude of visual present in the foreground running south-east into the change. distance (VP-2/03). There are stacked views of the pylons Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change in distant views. Views from the northern aspect of the described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Moderate footpath are less open, being contained by intervening receptors. properties and field boundary vegetation close to the adverse footpath.

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Construction: Receptors would have mid-range views of construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level activities would mostly be screened by the intervening landform and vegetation. Some of the taller construction equipment would Minor PROWB04 be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but adverse these would only be present at each pylon location for a short 44/017/2 & period of time. It is therefore anticipated that receptors would experience a low magnitude of visual change. 44/017A/1 Value of Views Medium Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in 515 m to mid and long range views, a section of the existing OHL being PRoW Proposed replaced by two new sections of OHLs centred on the existing between Susceptibility OHL minor road to alignment. The majority of pylons in this section would appear to High Footpath connecting minor road to Rhosybol. From the be broadly synchronised in views from the footpath. The presence north of Minor 460 m to west the PRoW follows the access track to Glasgraig Isaf of the existing 400 kV OHL means that the proposed 400 kV OHL Bwthyn Daisy adverse (R2/00154) Sensitivity Order Limits (R2/00266) and through pastures, crossing a road by Cae would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It would slightly intensify Cwta (R2/00540), before heading east to the B5111 in the visual effects of the existing infrastructure but the effects of the and Medium Rhosgoch Rhosybol. Field boundaries in this area consist hedgerows backdrop, filtering vegetation and smaller pylon reduces the (eastern and small trees which filter views to the east and south (VP- magnitude of change to the view. Therefore it is anticipated that section 2/05). Landform limits views to the north. The existing there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. signed) 400 kV OHL is visible to the south in the mid ground where Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change it is partly seen against the skyline. There are a number of described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Minor vertical elements in views including wood pole lines within receptors. the pastures. Wind turbines are also visible in distant views. adverse Views of Snowdonia are glimpsed from this footpath.

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Value of Views period of time. It is therefore anticipated that receptors would 44/015/1 & Medium experience a low magnitude of visual change. 41/018/1 820 m to Proposed Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in

Susceptibility OHL mid and long range views, a section of the existing OHL being PRoW replaced by two new sections of OHLs centred on the existing High connecting alignment. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL means that

minor roads 710 m to Footpath connects Rhosybol with a cluster of PRoWs near the proposed 400 kV OHL would not be an uncharacteristic Minor in Rhosybol Sensitivity Order Limits to Penygraigwen to the east. From the west it crosses feature. It would slightly intensify the visual effects of the existing adverse (eastern Medium pastures (not accessible) crossing the B5111 in Rhosybol infrastructure but the effects of the backdrop, filtering vegetation section next to the Post Office (R2/00764) and back into fields and smaller pylons reduces the magnitude of change to the view. signed) towards the farm Rhiwmoel Fawr. Vegetation and built form Therefore it is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of screen views south from much of the footpath. There are visual change. long range views to the south of the existing 400 kV OHL. A Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change Minor number of wind turbines are visible to the east. described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: Receptors would have long range views of construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level activities would mostly be screened by the intervening landform and vegetation. Some of the taller construction equipment would Minor be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but adverse PROWB06 these would only be present at each pylon location for a short Value of Views period of time. It is therefore anticipated that receptors would 44/022/1 & Medium 390 m to experience a low magnitude of visual change. 44/025/1 Proposed Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in Susceptibility OHL mid-range views, a section of the existing OHL being replaced by PRoW High two new sections of OHLs centred on the existing alignment. The connecting presence of the existing 400 kV OHL means that the proposed 400 300 m to Minor minor roads Two footpath in Rhosybol, the first connecting the B5111 in kV OHL would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It would slightly Sensitivity Order Limits adverse in Rhosybol Rhosybol to a parallel minor road to the west and the other intensify the visual effects of the existing infrastructure but the Medium (not signed or a short path leading to an old water abstraction point to the filtering vegetation and smaller pylons reduces the magnitude of accessible) west. From the east the footpaths follows field boundaries change to the view. Therefore it is anticipated that there would be bounded by hedgerows which filter views. The existing a low magnitude of visual change. 400 kV OHL is visible to the south, lower sections of pylons Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change Minor screened by vegetation. described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: There would be unobstructed close range views to the south, west and north towards construction activity associated Moderate with the OHL including the dismantling of the existing 400 kV OHL adverse and temporary pylon. Due to the close proximity, there would be a PROWB07 medium magnitude of visual change.

Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in 44/026/1 Value of Views close to mid-range views, the existing OHL being replaced by two Medium 100 m to new OHLs centred on the existing alignment. The majority of Proposed pylons in this section would appear to be broadly synchronised in PRoW Minor OHL views from the footpath. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL between Susceptibility adverse Bwthyn Daisy High means that the proposed 400 kV OHL would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It would intensify the visual effects of the (R2/00154) 55 m to Order and minor This footpath connects minor roads to the west of Rhosybol existing infrastructure and therefore it is anticipated that there Sensitivity Limits road west of but are inaccessible. The PRoWs pass through pastures would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. Medium Rhosgoch between Bwthyn Daisy (R2/00154) and minor road the east. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Fields are bounded by gappy hedgerows and post and wire (not signed or described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by fences. A number of individual properties are visible and a accessible) receptors. wood pole line crosses the pastures. The existing 400 kV Minor OHL is a prominent foreground feature and extends into the adverse distance where multiple pylons can be seen ‘stacked’ against one another on the skyline.

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Construction: As the footpath crosses the Order Limits, PRoW management and diversion would be required for approximately 26 weeks during construction. There would be unobstructed close Moderate range views to the south, west and north towards construction adverse activity associated with the OHL including the dismantling of the PROWB08 existing 400 kV OHL and temporary pylon. Due to the close Value of Views proximity, there would be a medium magnitude of visual change. 44/027/1 Medium Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in Oversailed by close to mid-range views, a section of the existing OHL being the Proposed PRoW Susceptibility replaced by two new sections of OHLs centred on the existing OHL and between High alignment. The majority of pylons in this section would appear to within the Rhosybol and be broadly synchronised in views from the footpath. The presence Minor Order Limits disused Sensitivity Footpath across fields that connect a minor road at of the existing 400 kV OHL means that the proposed 400 kV OHL adverse railway near Rhosybol to the disused railway near Llŷn Alaw to the east would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It would intensify the Medium Llŷn Alaw via Glasgraig Fawr (R2/00059). There are close range visual effects of the existing infrastructure and therefore it is (not signed) views of the existing 400 kV OHL which is located in the anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual pastures with the PRoW. Vegetation is limited to hedgerow change. field boundaries. From the eastern end views are more Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor limited by landform, but as it rises towards the property described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse views are longer reaching with little filtering. receptors.

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Construction: As the footpath crosses the Order Limits, PRoW management would be required for approximately 15 weeks during construction. There would be unobstructed close range views to Moderate the south, west and north towards construction activity associated adverse with the OHL including the dismantling of the existing 400 kV OHL PROWB09 and temporary pylon. Due to the close proximity, there would be a Value of Views medium magnitude of visual change. Medium 44/023/1 Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in Oversailed by close to mid-range views, a section of the existing OHL being the Proposed Susceptibility replaced by two new sections of OHLs centred on the existing PRoW OHL and High alignment. The majority of pylons in this section would appear to between within the be broadly synchronised in views from the footpath. The presence Minor B5111 and Order Limits minor road in Sensitivity PRoW which connects the B5111 in Rhosybol to Lletty Farm of the existing 400 kV OHL means that the proposed 400 kV OHL adverse (R2/00352) via Gorslwyd Bach (R2/00489). From the north, would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It would intensify the Rhosybol Medium the footpath is lined with tall dense hedgerows on both sides visual effects of the existing infrastructure and therefore it is (not signed) as it follows the track to Gorslwyd Bach, which filtering anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual views in all directions. From Gorslwyd Bach views become change. more open, the existing 400 kV OHL crossing footpath at Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor the southern end where there are longer range views along described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse the existing OHL visible against the sky. receptors.

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Construction: There would be mid and long range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL although receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller Minor construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes adverse PROWB10 Value of Views used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. It is therefore Medium 180 m to anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. 44/014/1 Proposed Susceptibility OHL Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in views to the south and west but these would be filtered by PRoW High Minor vegetation along much of the footpath and would be seen in the between 130 m to adverse Rhosybol and context of the existing 400 kV OHL. It is therefore anticipated that Sensitivity Order Limits Parc Footpath that forms part of a connection between Rhosybol there would be a low magnitude of visual change. Medium and Parc. The PRoW follows a track with dense hedgerows (signed) Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change and trees line both sides which limit views to the north and described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by south. Mid-range views to the existing 400 kV OHL are only receptors. Minor glimpsed along much of the PRoW. To the east there is adverse less vegetation as the footpath passes through open pastures but much of the OHL is screened by landform.

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately two weeks during PROWB11 construction. There would be mid to close range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level works for most pylons would not be visible due to landform and Minor 44/051/1 & Value of Views vegetation for much of the PRoW but some of the taller adverse 44/066/1 Medium construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes Oversailed by used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at PRoW Susceptibility the Proposed each pylon location for a short period of time. It is anticipated that between High OHL and there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. minor road within the Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in near Boston Order Limits views from much of the footpath and the Proposed Development Cottage Sensitivity PRoW connecting the minor road near linking Boston would be seen in the context of the existing 400 kV OHL. As the Moderate (R2/00833) Medium Cottage (R2/00833) and Pen Gywdd (R2/00834) to the views are generally open and the proposed 400 kV OHL in close adverse and Pen north. Footpath passes along field boundaries of a network proximity would be noticeable, it is anticipated that there would be Gwydd of small distinctive fields. The existing 400 kV OHL crosses a medium magnitude of visual change. (R2/00834) the path at the southern end. Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change Moderate described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by receptor adverse

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Construction: Receptors would have mid and long-range views of construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level activities would mostly be screened by the intervening landform PROWB12 and vegetation. Some of the taller construction equipment would Minor visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but adverse Value of Views Medium these would only be present at each pylon location for a short 44/049/1 & 985 m to period of time. As the views would be glimpsed, it is anticipated

44/053/1 Proposed that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. Susceptibility OHL Operation Year 1: There would be mid and long range views High PRoW towards the proposed 400 kV OHL which would be visible from the between 595 m to eastern end of the footpath but heavily filtered along the northern Minor minor roads Sensitivity Order Limits section of footpath. Due to the screening from vegetation and built adverse in Capel Parc Medium Footpaths within Capel Parc connecting minor roads. There form and limited area of open views it is anticipated that overall (signed) are views to the south and west (VP-2/28) of the existing there would be a low magnitude of visual change. 400 kV OHL but these are partially filtered in places due to Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change Minor farm buildings, vegetation in the surrounding fields described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse alongside the footpath and along the Afon Goch. receptors.

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Construction: Receptors would have close, mid and long-range views of construction activity associated with the OHL, including construction at the individual pylon locations, conductor pulling locations, construction haul road, presence of equipment and Moderate movement of construction vehicles. Due to the openness of the adverse views from the western end of the footpath, it is anticipated that the PROWB13 works in the foreground would be noticeable and therefore a medium magnitude of visual change. Value of Views 44/052/1 Medium Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in 130 m to close, mid-range and long-range views running parallel to the existing 400 kV OHL. In distant views multiple pylons would be PRoW Proposed Susceptibility seen ‘stacked’ against one another which would increase their between Bryn OHL High Footpath connecting the minor road at the entrance to Bryn perceptibility but mainly seen against a backdrop of landform. The Goleu and within the Goleu Caravan Park and minor road near Bodneithior presence of the existing 400 kV OHL, which is prominent in views Caravan Park Order Limits Moderate (R2/00888). It follows the access road to the caravan park, from the western end of the footpath, means that the proposed and Sensitivity adverse passing through the park and an area of woodland before 400 kV OHL would not be an uncharacteristic feature. It would Bodneithior Medium heading east through pastures and the farm yard at intensify the visual effects of the existing infrastructure. There (R2/00888) Bodneithior. The existing 400 kV OHL runs alongside the would be a noticeable change but would not substantially affect the (signed) footpath and is very prominent in views throughout and can character of this view which is already heavily influenced by the be seen stacking in the distance (VP-2/14). There are also existing OHL. It is anticipated that there would be a medium views of Snowdonia. magnitude of visual change. Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change Moderate described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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SECTION C

Construction: As the footpath crosses the Order Limits, PRoW management would be required where the access track crosses the footpath for approximately three weeks during construction. There would be close, mid and long-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. In longer range views taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the Minor cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be adverse present at each pylon location for a short period of time. Ground level works would mainly be screened by landform or vegetation. To the west, there would be mid and close range views but more PROWC01 filtered by vegetation. It is anticipated that there would be a Value of Views medium-low magnitude of visual change overall. 23/041/1 & Medium Footpath connecting a minor road to the west of Mynydd Operation Year 1: At the eastern end there would be views of a 44/057/1 Oversailed by Bodafon with footpath 44/056/1 in Llandyfrydog via property large proportion of the Proposed Development to the north-west. Susceptibility the Proposed at Trewyn (R3/00159) which is also a B&B. From the There would be a significant increase in the number of pylons in OHL and eastern end, there are long distance elevated views to the this view and this would intensify the effects of the existing OHL. PRoW High Minor within the west and north, the existing 400 kV overhead visible across As the footpath heads west, the drop in elevation would limit longer between adverse (with Order Limits much of the view. The footpath heads down towards distance views but would be in closer proximity to the proposed minor road locally Sensitivity Trewyn, dropping in elevation and passes through the 400 kV OHL. Although the Proposed Development oversails the and moderate farmyard where views are more limited by built form and footpath, the close proximity effects are localised and seen in Llandyfrydog Medium effects at vegetation. The footpath then crosses a small watercourse combination with the existing 400 kV OHL. It is anticipated that (signed) eastern end) before passing under the existing 400 kV OHL before joining there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change for the the access track to Cae Warren (R3/00137) which links to footpath overall, but noted that there would be a more noticeable the road through Llandyfrydog. The access track is change in views from the eastern end and therefore a localised bounded by hedgerows which limits views. medium magnitude of change. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with receptors, but noted that there would be a more noticeable change locally in views from the eastern end and therefore a localised medium moderate magnitude of change. effects at eastern end)

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Construction: The footpath would have mid and long range views of construction activity associated with the OHL and the minor road would also be used as a construction route. In longer range views taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the Minor cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be adverse PROWC02 present at each pylon location for a short period of time. Due to the distance from construction it is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of change. 44/036/1 & 44/060/1 Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be seen in Value of Views medium and long-range views running parallel to the existing Medium 610 m to 400 kV OHL. Pylons would be partially seen against a background PRoWs Proposed of landform and vegetation whilst others would be seen on the between Lon Susceptibility OHL Footpaths to the south of Llandyfrydog connecting Lon Leidr skyline. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL means that the Minor Leidr and High to the minor road to the south. The eastern footpath follows proposed 400 kV OHL would not be an uncharacteristic visual adverse minor road to a field boundary through pasture although there does not feature. It would intensify the visual effects of the existing 390 m to the south seem to be an accessible entrance at the northern or infrastructure but would not noticeably change the character and Order Limits (northern Sensitivity southern end. The landform rises along the footpath, quality of the views. Therefore it is anticipated that there would be footpath Medium creating a high point in the centre with views to the north of a medium-low magnitude of visual change. signed, the existing 400 kV OHL, wind farms and Parys Mountain. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change southern The views east are partially screened in places by landform described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by footpath not and vegetation but there are views towards Mynydd receptors. signed) Bodafon. The western footpath runs through pastures, adjacent to chicken sheds at Bron Afon and on towards Minor Esgob Farm (R2/00837). A low unmanaged hedgerow runs adverse along its length to the west. The existing 400 kV OHL lies is a prominent feature in mid-range views to the north and east.

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Construction: As the footpath crosses the Order Limits there would be a diversion for approximately 33 weeks to allow for construction. Vegetation around Pont-y-cochyn would be removed for construction along with sections of hedgerows for the construction access. Most of the ground level works would be Moderate screened by the hedgerow along the eastern section of the adverse footpath, the works becoming more visible in closer proximity. As this area is a transition there would be works to dismantle existing PROWC03 Value of Views pylons as well as construction of the proposed 400 kV OHL. Due Medium to this additional work it is anticipated that there would be a Oversailed by 44/058/1 & medium magnitude of visual change. the Proposed 44/058/2 Susceptibility OHL in two Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in Minor High locations and Footpath that connects Hebron (VP-3/02) to Lon Ledir via close and mid-range views along the footpath. As the existing OHL adverse (with PRoW within the Pont-y-cochyn-bach (R3/13293) and Pont-y-cochyn is already prominent, this would result in a slight change to the locally between Order Limits (R3/00141). From Hebron the footpath follows the access quality of the views. It is anticipated that there would be a Sensitivity moderate Hebron and track to Trewyn and views are limited by the hedgerows to medium-low magnitude of visual change but acknowledged that at Medium effects at Lon Leidr either side. The footpath turns west and heads towards the eastern end there would be a more noticeable change and eastern end) Pont-y-cochyn, passing underneath the existing 400 kV therefore a medium magnitude of change. OHL and into an area with a smaller field pattern and more Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor vegetation which filters views. The footpath then rises up described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with towards the road where there are more extensive views receptors but acknowledged that at the eastern end there would be locally north and west. a more noticeable change and therefore a medium magnitude of moderate change. effects at eastern end)

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Construction: The footpath would have mid and long range views of construction activity associated with the OHL. In longer range views taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the Minor cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be adverse PROWC04 present at each pylon location for a short period of time. Due to the distance from construction it is anticipated that there would be

Value of Views a low magnitude of change. 23/040/1, Medium 23/042/2 & 800 m to Operation Year 1: The proposed OHL would be visible in mid and 23/044/1 Proposed long-range views. There would be views along a long section of OHL the route as it would be visible head off in the distance to the north Susceptibility High but these would be filtered by the hedgerow boundaries which the PRoW from path follows. The presence of the existing 400 kV OHL means that Minor 560 m to minor road Footpath to the north-east of Maenaddwyn at the foot of the proposed 400 kV OHL would not be an uncharacteristic visual adverse Order Limits near Lleiniau Sensitivity Mynydd Bodafon. A low voltage wood pole line crosses feature. Since the perceptibility is reduced by a backdrop there (R3/00278) to Medium footpath a number of times. The landform is undulating with would be a slight change in the character and quality of the view Bodafon Wyn long range views to the west over pastures towards Parys therefore it is anticipated that there would be a medium-low (R3/00301) Mountain and multiple wind farms. Mynydd Bodafon is in magnitude of visual change. close proximity to the east. The existing OHL is visible in Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change mid-range views to the south and long-range views to the described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Minor west and north. There is some filtering from high receptors. adverse hedgerows and trees along the northern section (23/040/1).

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Construction: The footpath would have mid and long range views of construction activity associated with the OHL and the minor road would also be used as a construction route. In longer range views taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the Minor PROWC05 cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be adverse present at each pylon location for a short period of time. Due to 26/020/1 the distance from construction it is anticipated that there would be Value of Views a low magnitude of change. Medium 900 m to Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in PRoW Proposed between long-range views to the south. As the existing 400 kV OHL is Susceptibility OHL Minor minor road present, the increase in numbers of pylons would be a slight High adverse east of change and therefore it is anticipated that there would be a Maenaddwyn 600 m to Footpath connecting a minor road to the east of medium-low magnitude of visual change. woodland to Sensitivity Order Limits Maenaddwyn with further PRoWs leading to Mynydd Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Bodafon via property at Tyddyn-y-waen (R3/00339). The the east of Medium described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Mynydd southern section follows the access track leading to the receptors. Bodafon property Tyddyn-y-waen and it is bound by low hedgerows and small trees. The higher landform to the north, east and Minor (not signed) west, including Mynydd Bodafon, screens views further than adverse the mid-ground. To the south there are views towards Snowdonia and the existing 400 kV OHL is prominent on the skyline heading into the distance.

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Construction: The footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately three weeks during construction. There would be mid to close range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. Ground level works for most pylons would be filtered by vegetation for much of the Minor PRoW but some of the taller construction equipment may be adverse visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but PROWC06 these would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. It is anticipated that there would be a medium-low

magnitude of visual change. 23/014/1, Value of Views 23/015/1, Medium Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in views from the north as the footpath travels towards it and pylons 23/030/1 & Oversailed by Footpath connecting minor roads to the east of Cefniwrch would appear broadly synchronised in many views. The Proposed 23/031/1 the Proposed Susceptibility and crossing the B5110 near the chicken sheds at Glan Development would be seen in the context of the existing 400 kV Minor OHL and High Gors. From the north, the PRoW follows field boundaries OHL. Vegetation filtered views for the southern sections of the adverse (with within the PRoW and hedgerows but there are few larger trees. The existing PRoW. Overall there would be a slight change in quality of views locally between Order Limits Sensitivity 400 kV OHL is prominent in views and the PRoW passes and it is therefore anticipated that there would be a medium-low moderate minor roads beneath it to the north of the B5110. To the south of the magnitude of visual change. It is acknowledged that the central effects at Medium to the east of B5110 there is more tree cover which filters views and there area of the footpath is in much closer proximity with more open northern end) Cefniwrch are glimpsed mid-range views through gaps in the trees and views where the lines diverge and due to the additional extent of (not signed) hedgerows towards the existing 400 kV OHL. pylons the change would be more noticeable and therefore a localised medium magnitude of visual change. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with receptors with a localised medium magnitude of visual change at locally the northern end. moderate effects at northern end)

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Construction: The footpaths would have glimpsed mid and long PROWC07 range views of construction activity associated with the OHL. In longer range views taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would 23/009/3, Minor only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. 23/010/1, adverse Due to the amount of filtering vegetation, it is unlikely that the 23/010/2, Value of Views construction works would be conspicuous for much of the footpath 23/010/3, Medium and therefore it is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude 23/012/1, of change. 23/012/2 & Susceptibility 23/013/1 High 550m Operation Year 1: There would be mid-range views towards the Proposed Development and the proposed 400 kV OHL would be slightly further from the footpaths than the existing. Due to the Group of Minor Sensitivity Group of footpaths connecting the B5110 with footpath amount of screening and filtering from vegetation, undulating PRoWs to adverse 23/010/3 and the wider PRoW network. The footpath runs landform and distance from the Proposed Development, it is the east of Medium through a woodlands and across pastures where views are anticipated that overall there would be a low magnitude of visual Cefniwrch substantially screened and filtered in many locations and change. centred on only glimpsed of upper parts of the existing 400 kV OHL are Fagwr Bach Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change typical. The landform is undulating which also screens Minor (R3/00408) described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse views. receptors.

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Construction: As the northern end of the footpath is within the Order Limits, PRoW management for approximately three weeks would be required during construction. The footpath runs parallel to the proposed 400 kV OHL and would have close-range views of Minor construction activity, however due to the hedgerows and grass adverse PROWC08 Value of Views banks screening the lower parts of the view, only the upper parts Medium would be visible. It is anticipated that there would be a medium- low magnitude of visual change. 23/030/2 Susceptibility Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible In 130m High close proximity to the east and run parallel and nearer to the PRoW footpath than the existing OHL. However, due to the grass banks between Minor and hedgerows, only the upper sections of pylons would be visible B5110 and Sensitivity adverse Footpath runs along access track to recently renovated and seen in context of the existing 400 kV OHL. Therefore it is PROWC06 Medium house at Bodwena (R3/00368) and continues through gate anticipated there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual along a track (footpath blocked at northern end). Views change. over raised grass verge and hedgerows towards the upper Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor section of the existing 400 kV OHL which runs broadly described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse parallel to footpath in close proximity. receptors.

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SECTION D

Construction: The northern end of the footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately five weeks during construction. Receptors on the southern sections would have limited views of the construction activity due to the intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes PROWD01 Minor used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at adverse each pylon location for a short period of time. To the north, there 23/016/1, Value of Views would be mid and close range views towards construction activity 23/017/2 & Medium associated with the OHL. As only small section of the PRoW 23/025/1 would have close proximity views and generally views are filtered, Oversailed by it is anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of the Proposed Susceptibility visual change. PRoW OHL and High A PRoW that connects a minor road south of Cefniwrch with between within the group PROWD02. The footpath runs along field boundaries Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in

PROWD02 Order Limits along a watercourse, through pasture and scrubland. A close and mid-range views on the northern sections of the footpath. and minor Sensitivity linear belt of shrubs and small trees follow the watercourse As the existing OHL is prominent, this would result in a slight road near and filters views south and east. As the footpath follows the change to the quality of the views. Effects would be less on the Medium Minor junction with watercourse is lower in elevation than the surrounding areas southern sections of the footpath where the existing 400 kV OHL is adverse B5110 and landform also limits views to the north and south. Due more distant and views east screened and filtered by landform and (not signed) to the landform and vegetation along the footpath, generally vegetation. It is anticipated that there would be a medium-low views of the existing 400 kV OHL are filtered and glimpsed magnitude of visual change. There is no difference in magnitude although it crosses the footpath at the northern end so is for Options A & B. more prominent over a short section. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: As the PRoW crosses the Order Limits in two locations, 23/017/1 would require a diversion around the tower working area at 4AP063 for approximately 35 weeks and 23/020/1 for approximately 26 weeks... There would be construction activity associated with the OHL in close range views and as the footpath generally follows the construction access track and route of the Moderate PROWD02 OHL, effects would be noticeable over a longer section of this adverse PRoW. There would also be longer range views towards 23/017/1, construction activity associated with the OHL to the south where 23/020/1 & Value of Views some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for 20/020/2 Medium example the cranes used for erecting the pylons. It is therefore Oversailed by anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude of visual

the Proposed change. This would be the same for Options A & B. Footpath connects a minor road south of Cefniwrch with PRoW Susceptibility OHL in two Talwrn and runs through pastures and scrubland passing by Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in between High locations and two properties at Ty Mawr (R4/01476) and Madryn close and mid-range views along the central sections of the junction of within the minor road to (R4/01479) before heading to the B5109. The northern end footpath. As the existing OHL is already prominent, this would Sensitivity Order Limits north of Tyn the footpath is inaccessible due to vegetation and it is not result in a slight change to the quality of the views. Effects would signed from the southern end. The existing 400 kV OHL be less on the northern and southern sections of the footpath Beudy Medium Minor oversails the footpath in two locations, being prominent in where the existing 400 kV OHL is slightly more distant. It is (R4/01489) adverse and Talwrn views from much of this footpath due the proximity, landform anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual and lack of vegetation. There are glimpsed views towards change. Although Option B has one additional pylon which would (not signed) Snowdonia National Park at Ty Mawr and Madryn but be close proximity to the PRoW, the views are already influenced influenced by the existing 400 kV OHL. by the existing 400 kV OHL and therefore is no difference in the overall magnitude for Options A & B. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: As the PRoW crosses the Order Limits, PRoW management with a diversion which would be required for approximately 26 weeks. There would be construction activity associated with the OHL in close range views and as the southern PROWD03 section of the footpath generally follows the route of the OHL. Moderate There would also be longer range views towards construction adverse 23/019/1, activity associated with the OHL to the south where some of the 23/019/2 & Value of Views taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the 23/019/3 Medium cranes used for erecting the pylons. It is therefore anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude of visual change. This would Oversailed by be the same for Options A & B. PRoW Susceptibility the Proposed between High OHL and Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in within the Footpath connects a minor road with Talwrn and runs close and mid-range views along the central sections of the minor road near Tyn Order Limits through pastures passing by two properties at Ty Mawr footpath. As the existing OHL is already prominent, this would Sensitivity (R4/01476) and Ty Newydd (R4/01481) before heading to result in a slight change to the quality of the views. It is anticipated Llidiart Minor the B5109. It is not signed from either end. Views from the that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. (R4/01530) Medium adverse and the northern end of the footpath are filtered by mature trees Although Option B has one additional pylon which would be close B5109 becoming more open to the south. The existing 400 kV proximity to the PRoW, the views are already influenced by the OHL oversails the footpath between the properties, being existing 400 kV OHL and therefore is no difference in the overall (not signed) prominent in views from much of this footpath due the magnitude for Options A & B. proximity. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: There would be mid-range views of construction PROWD04 activity associated with the proposed OHL although this would be limited to some of the taller construction equipment, for example Minor 23/018/1 the cranes used for erecting the pylons. However, due to the adverse filtering and screening of views by the landform and vegetation and Value of Views the transient and temporary nature of the construction works, it is PRoW Medium anticipated there would be a low magnitude of visual change. between 680 m to minor road Proposed Operation Year 1: There would be mid-range views of the OHL proposed 400 kV OHL to the west, although these would be filtered north of Susceptibility Minor by the woodland blocks and singular mature trees and seen in the Talwrn at Tyn High adverse context of the existing. It is therefore anticipated that there would Llidiart 630 m to (R4/01530) be a low magnitude of visual change. Sensitivity Order Limits and the minor Footpath to the north of Talwrn which passes alongside Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change Medium road near woodland blocks at Mountain Covert and Front Covert and described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Penyfan heads north towards a minor road. Due to the woodland receptors. Minor Bellaf and the presence of mature individual trees along the adverse (R3/00429) footpath route, the views out from the footpath are limited. There are glimpsed views towards the existing 400 kV OHL (signed) to the west but it is not a prominent feature.

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Construction: There would be close and mid-range views towards construction activity associated with the proposed 400 kV OHL. The removal of trees at Gylched Covert would also be a noticeable change. In longer distance views, some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes Moderate used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at adverse PROWD05 each pylon location for a short period of time. Due to the proximity of the construction activity to the footpath and the works at the 23/021/1, Value of Views covert it is anticipated there would be a medium magnitude of change. 23/022/1 & Medium 60 m to 23/026/1 Proposed Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in Susceptibility OHL close and mid-range views along the footpath. As the existing OHL U-shaped footpath which connects east and western sides is already prominent, this would result in a slight change to the PRoW High Moderate of Talwrn. Heading south near Ty Croes (R4/01510) the quality of the views. However, the tree loss at the covert and the between east 5 m to Order adverse PRoW follows the access track (VP-4/09) to Cefn Poeth proximity the Proposed Development together make the effects and west Sensitivity Limits Talwrn via Bach (R4/01511) before looping around the property and more noticeable and overall it is anticipated that there would be a Glyched Medium heading north-east toward Cefn Poeth Mawr (R4/01586). medium magnitude of visual change. Covert There is some vegetation present which filters views on the Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change (signed) eastern section of the footpath, but heading south on the described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by western section there are longer distance views towards receptors. Snowdonia and the existing 400 kV OHL as the footpath Moderate heads down towards Glyched Covert. The covert screens adverse views to the west from the southernmost area on the footpath where the PRoW just passes beneath the existing 400 kV OHL.

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Construction: Due to the filtering, views of construction would be limited. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these Negligible would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of PROWD06 time. Overall it is anticipated that there would be a negligible magnitude of visual change. 34/016/1 Value of Views Operation Year 1: The vegetation and landform would screen and filter views of the Proposed Development and therefore anticipated Negligible Medium 390 m to that there would be a negligible magnitude of visual change. PRoW Proposed between Susceptibility OHL Operation Year 15: The negligible magnitude of visual change described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Clegyrdy- High receptors. bach 140 m to This footpath connects the property at Clegyrdy-bach (R4/01440) Sensitivity Order Limits (R4/01440) to the B5109 and does not connect to the wider and B5109 PRoW network. The footpath travels along a hedgerow field Medium (Not signed boundary with small trees. The footpath is not accessible Negligible or from the B5109 as vegetation is overgrown so unlikely this accessible) PRoW is in regular use. Due to the hedgerow and vegetation along the B5109, views of the existing 400 kV OHL are assumed to be glimpsed through gaps, but otherwise heavily filtered and screened to the south-east by landform.

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Construction: There would be mid and long-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL although receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller Minor construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes adverse PROWD07 used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. It is therefore Value of Views 34/015/1 anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. Medium 510 m to Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in Proposed PRoW views to the east but these would be filtered by vegetation along Susceptibility OHL Minor between much of the footpath and would be seen in the context of the High adverse Rhosydd existing 400 kV OHL. It is therefore anticipated that there would be (R4/01469) 340 m to This footpath connects the property at Rhosydd (R4/01469) a low magnitude of visual change. and B5109 Sensitivity Order Limits to the B5109 and does not connect to the wider PRoW Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change network. The footpath travels along a hedgerow field (Not signed Medium described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by receptor boundary with trees. The footpath is not accessible from the or B5109 as vegetation is overgrown so unlikely this PRoW is accessible) in regular use. Views of the existing 400 kV OHL are Minor assumed to be glimpsed to the east through gaps in adverse hedgerows with some longer distance views towards Snowdonia to the south. The existing 400 kV OHL drops down in elevation in views to the south so is less prominent.

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Construction: Receptors would have limited views of the construction activity, which will mostly be screened by landform, vegetation and built form. Some of the taller construction Minor equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting adverse the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. Overall it is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. Value of Views PROWD08 Operation Year 1: The upper sections of the proposed 400 kV Medium 700 m to OHL would be visible in the mid-ground slightly further from the Minor Proposed footpaths than the existing OHL but views would be filtered by the adverse 23/001/1 & Susceptibility OHL existing vegetation cover and built form. It is therefore anticipated 23/023/1 High that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. Two footpaths within Talwrn, one to the east connecting a 260 m to Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change minor road with footpaths further to the east eventually Two PRoWs Sensitivity Order Limits described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by within Talwrn leading to Cors Bodeilio National Nature Reserve and the receptors. Medium other links two roads within Talwrn. The eastern footpath runs through open access land (VP-4/04) which contains a playground. Views out are limited due to the vegetation Minor cover and buildings surrounding the footpath, although there adverse are views of the upper sections of the existing 400 kV OHL viewed over built form. The western footpath has heavily filtered views by trees as it passes through small scale fields with hedgerow boundaries.

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Construction: Due to the filtering, views of construction would be limited. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these Negligible would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of PROWD09 time. Due to the glimpsed nature of the views, it is anticipated that there would be a negligible magnitude of visual change. Value of Views 34/011/1 Operation Year 1: The vegetation and landform would screen and Medium 665 m to filter views of the Proposed Development and when see would only Proposed Minor PROW be glimpsed and in combination with the existing 400 kV OHL. Susceptibility OHL adverse between to Therefore anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of High A5420 and visual change. minor road to 70 m to Order Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change the south of Sensitivity Limits This footpath connects two roads to the east of Llangefni, described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by following hedgerow field boundaries through pasture. Bod-Gylched Medium receptors. (R4/01475) Vegetation along the A5420 and the hedgerow boundary filters views south and further field boundaries with trees Minor (signed) filters views north and west. Views of the existing 400 kV adverse OHL are limited, glimpsed through field gates, with only the very upper sections of few pylons visible as landform and vegetation screen views.

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Construction: Receptors would have views of the construction activity particularly at the eastern end where it is in close proximity to the Proposed Development. In more distant views to the south, some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would Minor only be present at each pylon location for a short period of time. adverse PROWD10 Value of Views There may also be views towards the temporary construction Medium 80 m to compound although these would be filtered by vegetation. It is anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual 34/010/1 Proposed OHL change. Susceptibility PROW High Operation Year 1: There would be close to mid-range views of the proposed OHL where it would be visible slightly closer than the between Lon 10 m to Order Cae Cwta Limits This footpath connects the property at Defaity (R4/01482) to existing 400 kV OHL. There would be an increase in the number of Sensitivity pylons in views to the south and close proximity views where the Minor and spring a spring and does not connect to the wider PRoW network. Medium It is not signed. Footpath leaves the minor road, Lon Cae footpath reaches the spring. Due to the presence of the existing adverse (not signed) Cwta, near The Cottage (R4/01477) and follows the access 400 kV OHL, this would result in a slight change to the quality of track to Defaity before passes through the farmyard and the view and therefore it is anticipated that there would be a onto the spring to the east. Views are contained by medium-low magnitude of visual change. hedgerows for the western section. At the eastern end Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor views are more open to the south, with views to the north described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse screened by landform and the woodland at Glyched Covert. receptors.

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Construction: There would be mid-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL, views towards Penmynydd Road Construction Compound would be screened by landform and vegetation. Due to the presence of high hedgerows and woodland blocks which filter views towards the Proposed Minor Development, there would be no effects for much of this footpath, adverse PROWE01 although there may be glimpsed views of some of the taller construction equipment, for example the cranes used for erecting 23/027/1, the pylons. It is therefore anticipated that there would be a low Value of Views 23/027/2, magnitude of visual change. Medium 760 m to 23/028/1 & Operation Year 1: As views of the existing 400 kV OHL are Proposed 41/006/1 limited and only glimpsed, the introduction of a new 400 kV OHL to OHL Minor Susceptibility PRoW which connects the B5420 with minor roads north of the west of the existing would be inconspicuous in views and High adverse PRoW the Afon Ceint. The footpath runs north from the B5420 therefore it is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of between 670 m to along the access to Plas Penmynydd Farm (R4/01691), visual change. minor road Sensitivity Order Limits through a small woodland block and crossing the Afon Ceint Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change before reaching the church yard near Ty’n-llan (R4/01689). near Medium described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by 23/028/1 diverges from 23/027/1 at the church yard, one Glan-rhyd receptors. path heading north-east through pasture and one north-west (R4/01682) along the access to the property. High hedgerows bound and B5420 the southern track, which screens views out towards the Minor existing 400 kV OHL to the west, although there may be adverse some glimpsed views over vegetation. Buildings and woodland along the central section of the footpath help to screen views out. Linear blocks of woodland to the east filter views towards the existing 400 kV OHL.

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Construction: Receptors on the eastern section would have limited views of the construction activity due to the intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location Minor for a short period of time. On the more elevated sections of the adverse footpath and to the west, there would be mid and long-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL. There may PROWE02 Value of Views also be views towards Penmynydd Road Construction Compound, Medium 200 m to although these would be filtered by vegetation. It is anticipated that 33/023/1 & Proposed there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. 41/010/1 OHL Susceptibility Operation Year 1: There would be close to mid-range views of

High PRoW which connects the B5240 to a minor road near Pont the proposed OHL where it would be visible slightly further away PRoW 100 m to Ceint. The footpath heads south-west from the B5420 along than the existing OHL. There would be an increase in the number between Order Limits the access track to Cefn-poeth (R5/02212) which is of pylons in views to the north-west and south-west and close Sensitivity Minor B5420 and bounded by hedgerows. The OHL is noticeable in views proximity views where the footpath meets the minor road at Cient. Medium adverse Pont Ceint along the access which is elevated above the surrounding Due to the presence of the existing 400 kV OHL, this would result area, the most elevated point at the property. The footpath in a slight change to the quality of the view and therefore it is passes to the north of the farm and heads north-west, anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual dropping in elevation to the Afon Ceint. Being at a lower change. elevation, the 400 kV OHL is prominent in views as the Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change footpath heads towards the OHL through open pastures. described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Minor There are glimpsed views of Snowdonia National Park to receptors. adverse the south-east in the elevated sections of the footpath.

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Construction: The eastern end of the footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately three weeks during construction. Receptors on the western section would have limited views of the construction activity due to the PROWE03 intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at 23/033/1, Minor each pylon location for a short period of time. On the more 33/021/1, adverse elevated sections of the footpath and to the east, there would be 33/022/1, mid and close range views towards construction activity associated 33/029/1 & Value of Views with the OHL. There may also be views towards Penmynydd Road 33/039/2 Medium Construction Compound although these would be filtered by Oversailed by vegetation. As only small section of the PRoW would have close the Proposed This PRoW connects Malltraeth Marsh and footpaths south PRoW Susceptibility proximity views, it is anticipated that there would be a medium-low OHL and of Llangefni with PRoW 33/029/2 and Penmynydd beyond. between High magnitude of visual change. within the To the west, the PRoW uses a raised bank between two northern Order Limits ditches at a very low elevation (7 m) within the Malltraeth Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in section of Sensitivity Marsh & Surrounds Special Landscape Area before heading close and mid-range views on the eastern sections of the footpath Malltraeth south-east, rising in elevation towards the minor road. The where the extent of pylons would be slightly increased in views Marsh and Medium existing 400 kV OHL is visible in views to the north-east and would be increased as the two OHLs diverge. As the existing OHL 33/029/2 Minor as the ground level rises, becomes more visible to the east. is prominent, this would result in a slight change to the quality of (PROWE05) adverse The eastern end of this footpath passes through the the views. Effects would be less on the western sections of the near Fron farmyard at Nant (R5/01211) and heads south-east across footpath where the existing 400 kV OHL is more distant and views Isaf rising pastures passing under the existing 400 kV OHL south-east screened by landform. It is anticipated that there would (R5/02059) adjacent to pylon 4ZA077. be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: There would be mid and long-range views towards construction activity associated with the OHL although receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the PROWE04 intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller Minor construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes adverse

used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at 33/002/7, each pylon location for a short period of time. It is therefore 33/003/1, Value of Views anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. 33/028/3, Medium 33/033/1 & 310 m to Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in Proposed views to the north but these would be filtered by vegetation along 33/034/1 Minor OHL much of the footpath and would be seen in the context of the Susceptibility adverse High existing 400 kV OHL. It is therefore anticipated that there would be PRoW These footpaths provide an alternative route to PROWE03, a low magnitude of visual change. between 265 m to heading east from Malltraeth Marsh and connect to group Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change 23/033/1 Sensitivity Order Limits PROWE05. The PRoW heads south-west from the eastern described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by (PROWE03) Medium end of 33/039/2 along a short section of dismantled railway receptors. and minor before turning south-east along tracks associated with Ty road near Mawr Llan (R5/00350). It crosses a minor road and heads Minor Rhyd-yr-arian east across fields towards Rhyd-yr-arian (R5/01434), adverse (R5/01434) following a track between properties to the minor road at Wern (R5/01759). The footpath rises in elevation from west to east and follows linear belts of mature trees which filter views north towards the existing 400 kV OHL.

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Construction: The eastern end of the footpath crosses the Order Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately 2 PROWE05 weeks during construction. Receptors on the western section would have limited views of the construction activity due to the

intervening vegetation and landform. Some of the taller 33/003/2, construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes 33/028/2, used for erecting the pylons, but these would only be present at Minor 33/029/1, each pylon location for a short period of time. On the more adverse 33/029/2, elevated sections of the footpath and to the east, there would be 33/029/3 & Value of Views mid and close range views towards construction activity associated 41/009/1 Medium with the OHL. There may also be views towards the temporary construction compound although these would be filtered by Oversailed by vegetation. As only small section of the PRoW would have close PRoW the Proposed This footpaths connects Pentre Berw with Penmynydd Susceptibility proximity views, it is anticipated that there would be a medium-low between the OHL and crossing PROWE04 at Rhyd-yr-arian (R5/01434). From the High magnitude of visual change. disused within the disused quarry, the footpath head north-east slowly rising in

quarry/ Order Limits elevation. On the southern section, vegetation is limited and Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be seen in recycling Sensitivity views extend west across Malltraeth Marsh. Views east close and mid-range views on the eastern sections of the footpath centre at Medium towards the existing 400 kV OHL are limited by landform, where the extent of pylons would be slightly increased in views Graig-fawr the tops of pylons visible over the landform. Around Rhyd- would be increased as the two OHLs diverge. As the existing OHL Minor yr-arian views are limited by mature trees before the is prominent, this would result in a slight change to the quality of (R5/00243) adverse near the A55 footpath heads east across rising pastures passing under the views. Effects would be less on the western sections of the and Llinos- the existing 400 kV OHL near pylon 4ZA078. To the east of footpath where the existing 400 kV OHL is more distant and views Fawr (no id) the OHL the footpath continues to rise, crossing pastures east screened by landform. It is anticipated that there would be a near towards Llinos-Fawr (no id). medium-low magnitude of visual change. Penmynydd Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse receptors.

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Construction: The southern end of the footpath crosses the Order PROWE06 Limits and would require PRoW management for approximately one week during construction and would be affected by bellmouth E3 where vegetation would be removed. Receptors on the 33/006/1, Minor southern section would have close range views of the construction 33/006/2, adverse 33/024/1, activity and the taller construction equipment would be visible from the length of the path, but only glimpsed over tops of hedgerows. It 41/004/1, Value of Views is anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of 41/004/2 & Medium 41/004/3 visual change. Oversailed by the Proposed Operation Year 1: Due to the existing network of OHLs in the Susceptibility landscape the Proposed Development would not be a new feature, PRoW High OHL and between within the but as the two lines diverge, the extent of the effects on views From the north the PRoW follows a track from near Mynydd would be increased, introducing new pylons into views towards Penmynydd Order Limits Moderate Mwyn (R5/02614) which is bounded by hedgerows to both Snowdonia. Some wood pole lines would be removed from views and a minor Sensitivity adverse sides limiting views. At Twll y Clawdd (R5/02551) in the southernmost areas of the footpath, but the change in views road at Cefn Medium Du Isaf vegetation becomes more mature. As the footpath heads towards Snowdonia would be noticeable with the introduction of the (R5/02414) south it passes between Llinos-fawr (no id) and Cefn Du Isaf OHL and therefore it is anticipated that there would be a medium (Not signed and views are orientated towards the existing 400 kV OHL, magnitude of visual change. or accessible passing beneath it just to the north of Cefn Du Isaf. To the Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change from the south of Cefn Du Isaf there are long-range glimpsed views described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Moderate south) to Snowdonia to the south and south-east. The landscape receptors. adverse in this area contains a number of wood pole lines.

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Construction: The southern end of the footpath borders the Order Limits where the minor road is being used for a construction route. Receptors on the southern section would have mid-range views of the construction activity and the taller construction equipment PROWE07 Minor would be visible from the length of the path, but only glimpsed over adverse tops of hedgerows and filtered by mature trees. Construction 41/003/01 works at Braint THH/CSEC may also be glimpsed in views to the Value of Views south-east. It is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. PRoW to the Medium 480 m to west of Star Proposed Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be to the between Susceptibility OHL west and south of this PRoW, the mature vegetation along the Castellfryn High western side of the footpath heavily filtering views. At the southern (R5/02656) This PRoW connects two minor roads. From the north the end of the footpath there would be more open views as receptors 0 m to Order and the footpath heads south adjacent to Castellfryn (R5/02656) meet the minor road where the proposed pylons would be a new Moderate Limits access track Sensitivity along a drainage ditch, which is lined by a belt of mature feature in the landscape and would be seen against the sky to the adverse to Garnedd Medium trees, before passing Factory Cottage (R5/02671) and west. To the south the new OHL would be seen in views towards Isa & heading south to join the minor road just to the north of the the Llŷn Peninsula. The change in views would be noticeable with Garnedd-ddu A55. The A55 is in cutting and does not influence the views the introduction of the OHL and therefore it is anticipated that there (signed and from the footpath. The existing 400 kV OHL is would be a medium magnitude of visual change. accessible) inconspicuous in views to the east, seen above properties at Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change Star and filtered by vegetation. At the southern end of the described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Moderate footpath, views open out towards Snowdonia and the Llŷn receptors. adverse Peninsula.

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Construction: Receptors would have close to midrange views of the construction activity and the taller construction equipment visible from the length of the path, but only glimpsed over tops of hedgerows and heavily filtered by mature trees. In views north Minor along the northern sections of the footpath, the works around the adverse A55 and the scaffolding would be glimpsed in gaps in vegetation. PROWE08 It is anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. Value of Views 21/001/1 Medium Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in 200 m to close range views as the footpath generally follows the OHL Proposed PRoW alignment approx. 200 m to the west. Due to the proximity, where Susceptibility OHL between the views are glimpsed then pylons would be a noticeable new feature Minor High A5 and road This footpath connects the A5 to the minor road to as the existing 400 kV OHL is to the north of the A55 and does not adverse the minor 115 m to Llanddaniel fab, crossing the railway before travelling south influence views. It is, however, anticipated that due to the heavily road to Sensitivity Order Limits through pastures which are bounded by mature hedgerows filtered nature of the views, there would be a medium-low and hedgerow trees. It skirts the property at Maes y magnitude of visual change. Llanddaniel Medium Fab Rhedyn (R5/13656) before meeting the road near Dalegarth Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change (R5/02600). Views are heavily filtered by mature trees (signed) described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by along the majority of the footpath. Along the northern receptors. section, the existing 400 kV OHL is visible to the north, seen Minor above the small industrial estate near the railway. At the adverse southern end of the footpath, views open out towards Snowdonia the existing low voltage lattice visible with a number of wood pole lines.

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Construction: There would be mid and long-range views of construction activity associated with the OHL and Braint THH/CSEC. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but Minor these would only be present at each pylon location for a short adverse period of time. Due to the filtering, distance and oblique angle of view towards the Proposed Development it is anticipated that there PROWE09 would be a low magnitude of visual change. Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in 21/002/1 & mid-range views to the east as it oversails the A55 and heads towards Braint CSEC. Views would be glimpsed and filtered by 21/015/1 Minor Value of Views vegetation for much of the footpath and along the northern section adverse Medium 600 m to This PRoW connects with footpaths 21/002/2 and 21/003/1 would be more distant. The Proposed Development would not PRoW Proposed which are outside the 1 km study area to the road in affect views towards Snowdonia. It is anticipated that there would between the Susceptibility OHL Llanddaniel Fab and south-east towards footpath group be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. railway line High PROWE10 near Bryn Celli Ddu. From the railway crossing, Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change south-east of the footpath follows field boundary through pastures, the 360 m to described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Gaerwen and vegetation cover increasing further southwards where the Order Limits receptors. 21/009/1 & Sensitivity footpath is eventually is located within a tunnel of vegetation 21/009/2 Medium before meeting the road. From the road (VP-5/13), the (PROWE10) footpath heads east down a track towards Tyddyn Adda near Bryn (R5/02574) through the farmyard and pastures before Celli Ddu passing through a woodland block and connecting to Minor (signed) 21/009/1 and 21/009/2. Views along the northern section of adverse this footpath are filtered by vegetation particularly near the road but the existing 400 kV OHL is visible on the distant skyline to the north. Looking south from the road, there are views towards Snowdonia National Park but views of the existing 400 kV overhead are limited by intervening vegetation. The low voltage lattice OHL can be seen to the east.

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Construction: The PRoW would be closed for approximately one week to accommodate third party works to underground a section of an existing low voltage lattice OHL. The construction works for the proposed 400 kV OHL and the THH/CSEC would be mainly be screened by high hedgerows, walls and vegetation although some Minor PROWE10 of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the adverse cranes used for erecting the pylons or works at the THH/CSEC. At 21/009/1, the northern end of the footpath, the construction works would be 21/009/2, in close proximity and some vegetation loss may be visible, 21/010/3 & particularly where required for bellmouth E7. It is anticipated that 21/010/4 Value of Views there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. Medium 200 m to Operation Year 1: For the majority of the PRoW, the proposed PRoW Proposed Footpath is well used and connects the nearby Bryn Celli 400 kV OHL would be visible in mid-range views although only between the Susceptibility OHL Ddu burial mound to the road to Llanddaniel Fab to the glimpsed due to vegetation and walls. Towards the northern end of Minor north. From Bryn Celli Ddu the footpath travels along a farm the footpath as the ground rises the proposed 400 kV OHL would adverse (with Wales Coast High access track, bound by low hedgerows, and through a field be in closer proximity and the upper sections of pylons seen locally Path at Bryn Within the Celli Ddu and bounded by mature trees and a high stone wall which limit against the sky, forming a noticeable element. As the majority of moderate Sensitivity Order Limits the road views within this section. The existing 400 kV OHL is visible the footpath has limited views due to screening, it is anticipated effects between the Medium to the north. The PRoW continues over a stile, follows a that there would be a medium-low change for the PRoW overall, around A5 and watercourse along a field boundary with views across but it is acknowledged that between Hologwyn and the road there Hologwyn) Llanddaniel pastures towards the existing 400 kV OHL in the distance. would be a more noticeable change and therefore a localised Fab Views are filtered in places by vegetation. The PRoW medium magnitude of change. passes Hologwyn (R5/02641) and as the footpath rises in (signed and Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor elevation towards the road there are views over pastures accessible) described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with and woodland towards Snowdonia National Park and the receptors with a localised medium magnitude of change around locally existing 400 kV OHL becomes more visible on the skyline. Hologwyn. moderate effects around Hologwyn)

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Construction: Prior to construction a number of wood poles would be removed by third party works including two adjacent to the small group of mature trees and along the A4080. This would reduce some of the low level visual clutter in the long term. The A4080 would be used as a construction route with bellmouth F2 located on the A4080 in close proximity to the Wales Coast Path. Minor diversion would be required to accommodate visibility splay for bellmouth F2 for the duration of the construction of the THH/CSEC Minor PROWF01 at Braint (approximately 312 weeks). The construction access adverse Value of Views track would be visible travelling through the pastures at the western end of the footpath. The construction works at the THH/CSEC 21/010/1, High would be mainly be screened by landform and vegetation although 21/010/2 & 580 m to some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for 21/011/1 Braint THH PRoW is part of the Wales Coast Path and is well Susceptibility example the cranes used for erecting the pylons or works at the signposted and accessible from Fford Brynsiencyn (A4080) High THH/CSEC. It is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude (VP-6/01). Lies within the Southern Estatelands Special Wales Coast 0 m to Order of visual change due to the amount of screening vegetation with a Landscape Area. The footpath from Bryn Celli Ddu travels Path between Limits localised area of medium-low adjacent to the bellmouth F2. Sensitivity west through pastures and field gateways towards a farm Bryn Celli access track. Large blocks of woodland contain views with Operation Year 1: The Proposed Development would be heavily Ddu and the High only glimpsed views towards the existing 400 kV OHL in the screened from the PRoW by the existing woodland blocks although A4080 Minor mid-ground. there may be oblique glimpsed views of the proposed 400 kV OHL adverse and the CSEC and THH at Braint. It is therefore anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. Operation Year 15: The mitigation planting surrounding Braint THH/CSEC would further screen views of the Proposed Minor Development. The proposed 400 kV overhead may still be adverse perceptible but inconspicuous and therefore it is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of change.

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Construction: Due to the presence of the woodland blocks which heavily filter oblique views towards the Proposed Development, there would be no effects for much of this footpath, although there Minor may be glimpsed views of some of the taller construction PROWF02 adverse equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting

the pylons or works at the THH/CSEC. It is therefore anticipated 21/012/1 & Value of Views that there would be a low magnitude of visual change. 21/012/2 Medium Operation Year 1: Due to the heavy filtering from woodland blocks 580 m to it is anticipated that there would be negligible magnitude of visual Negligible Braint THH PRoW Susceptibility change. between High Operation Year 15: The negligible magnitude of visual change Chapel Cefn- 325 m to described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by bach Order Limits PRoW creates a shortcut for the Wales Coast Path which receptors. (R5/02676) Sensitivity avoids Bryn Celli Ddu. Lies within the Southern Estatelands through Coed Medium Special Landscape Area. The footpath from Chapel Cefn- Llwynonn to bach (R5/02676) travels north-east through the block of Negligible Llywn-onn woodland at Coes Llwynonn and along field boundaries until (R5/02878) it meets the Wales Coast Path at Llwyn-onn (R5/02878). Large blocks of woodland contain views with only a very short section with glimpsed views towards the existing 400 kV OHL.

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Construction: Receptors would have limited views of the construction activity due to the intervening vegetation and PROWF03 landform. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but Negligible

these would only be present at each pylon location for a short 41/014/1 period of time. Overall it is anticipated that there would be a low Value of Views magnitude of visual change. PRoW Medium Operation Year 1: The proposed OHL would be seen in mid-range 855 m to between views and would look taller than the existing low voltage line (which Braint THH bridge A55 Susceptibility is being removed). Braint THH/CSEC would not visible due to the and track High existing vegetation. There would be a slight change to the Minor near Bryn character and quality of the views, the existing 400 kV OHL being adverse 80 m to Order Gof Limits A short section of footpath connecting the bridge over the over the top of the footpath does not affect views from it towards (R5/02996) Sensitivity A55 with Star. The existing 400 kV OHL runs directly over the Proposed Development. It is therefore anticipated that there (forms part of Medium the footpath and pylon 4ZA088 is directly adjacent. The would be a medium-low magnitude of change. a link for footpath follows a narrow track with hedgerows both sides Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change National and well signposted. There are views towards Snowdonia described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Cycle Route National Park as the footpath rises away from the A55, the receptors. Minor 8) existing 400 kV OHL is very close proximity and can be adverse seen heading east towards the Menai Strait. The low voltage OHL can be seen in views to the south. Construction: As the northern end of the PRoW is located within PROWF04 the Order Limits, PRoW management would be required for

Value of Views approximately two weeks during construction. Receptors would Lland- Medium have mid to close range views towards construction activity deiniolen associated with the OHL although some of the ground level works 35 m to Rhif 111 Proposed would be filtered by vegetation. The taller construction equipment Susceptibility OHL would be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the Minor High pylons, but these would only be present at each pylon location for a adverse PRoW and within short period of time. Construction activity associated with the between Order Limits THH/CSEC would be relatively close to the northern end of the Nant-y-garth Sensitivity PRoW but would be partially screened by landform and existing and Tan-yr- Medium vegetation. Works at Pentir would not be visible due to landform. wylfa It is anticipated that there would be a medium-low magnitude of (R5/07063) PRoW that runs through Tan-yr-wylfa (R5/07063), Coed visual change, these effects localised around Garth Fawr.

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Ty'n-y-coed and along field boundaries through Garth Fawr Operation Year 1: The southern section of the PRoW would (R5/07524) and terminating at Pentir Rhif 14. The crossing potentially have glimpsed views towards the proposed 400 kV OHL point at B4547 appears to have severed as the footpath is in views to the north-east but these would heavily filtered by not evident from the road and not signed. Landform and vegetation. The northern section of the footpath would have close Minor dense vegetation limits views from the southern section of range views of the proposed 400 kV OHL which would be seen adverse (with the footpath. Views from the northern section are more against the sky, lower parts of the pylons would be filtered by the locally open as it passes through Garth Fawr. To the south views vegetation along Nant-y-garth. Ty Fodol THH/CSEC would be moderate are limited by landform, but there are longer distance views mainly be screened by vegetation, the tops of the gantries may just effects north towards Anglesey and the existing 400 kV OHL can be be visible above vegetation. As only a small proportion of the around Garth seen to the north-east. footpath would be affected, it is anticipated that there would be a Fawr) medium-low change for the PRoW overall, but it is acknowledged that around Garth Fawr there would be a more noticeable change and therefore a localised medium magnitude of change. Operation Year 15: The medium-low magnitude of visual change Minor described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by adverse (with receptors, but it is acknowledged that around Garth Fawr there locally would be a more noticeable change and therefore a localised moderate medium magnitude of change. effects around Garth Fawr)

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Construction: The majority of this PRoW is located within the construction boundary and therefore there will be close range views of construction activity associated with the OHL, tunnel and THH/CSEC. A construction access track crosses the PRoW in two locations and a local diversion would be required for approximately PROWF05 Moderate 52 weeks during construction. Although a large proportion of the adverse footpath is affected by the works, these are mainly ground level Pentir Rhif and longer distance views towards Snowdonia and Anglesey would 14 Value of Views only be affected for a short period of time when pylons are erected. Medium It is anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude of visual PRoW Oversailed by change. between Susceptibility the Proposed Operation Year 1: There would be close range views of the Fodol High OHL and U-shaped PRoW beginning and terminating on Ffordd proposed 400 kV OHL that would oversail the footpath in two (R5/07660) within the Fodolydd, the footpath links to Llanddeiniolen Rhif 111 at its locations, pylon 4AP089 being adjacent to the footpath at the

and Hafodol Order Limits southernmost point at Nant-y-garth. The east end of the southernmost point. The gantries at Ty Fodol CSEC would also be Moderate Uchaf Sensitivity footpath begins at Fodol (R5/07660) heads south to the visible, but the THH would mainly be screened by landform. adverse (R5/08346) Medium Coed Nant-y-garth and turns to head north to Hafodol Uchaf Although the footpath is in close proximity to the OHL, the existing which links to (R5/08346) (VP-6/18). Views consist of small pastoral fields OHLs and pylons within Pentir are existing features within views, Lland- and isolated farms, the existing 400 kV OHL visible in views and therefore it is anticipated that there would be a medium deiniolen Rhif to the north-east with numerous wood pole lines. The magnitude of visual change. 111 woodland around Pentir and other 400 kV OHLs are also Operation Year 15: The medium magnitude of visual change visible to the east. Landform falls away to the west towards described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Moderate the Menai Strait allowing long range views across Anglesey. receptors. There are views of Snowdonia National Park to the south adverse and east.

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Construction: The footpath would have close range views of the construction activity associated with Ty Fodol THH/CSEC from its southernmost end, although views would be filtered by mature trees. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, Minor for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but these PROWF06 adverse would only be present at each pylon location for a short period of Value of Views time. Overall it is anticipated that there would be a low magnitude Medium Pentir Rhif of visual change as for the majority of the PRoW views would be 200 m to Ty 13 screened by landform and vegetation. Fodol CSEC Susceptibility Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible PRoW High above vegetation in views south. At the southernmost point on the 70 m to Order between PRoW, the gantries at Ty Fodol CSEC may just be visible, but the Minor Limits Ffordd yr Sensitivity PRoW which runs north-south from Ffordd yr Hafod, past THH would be screened by landform and vegetation. Due to the adverse Hafod and Fodol-ganol (R5/07577) to Ffordd Fodolydd. The majority of presence of existing network of OHLs, it is anticipated there would Medium Ffordd the footpath is follows field boundaries consisting trees and be a low magnitude of change. Fodolydd hedgerows which limit views. There are mid-range views Operation Year 15: The low magnitude of visual change towards the existing 400 kV OHL to the north that are described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by Minor partially filtered by hedgerow trees and landform. receptors. Snowdonia is just visible above landform at the southern adverse end of the footpath.

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Construction: Due to the heavy filtering and oblique angle of view towards the Proposed Development, views of construction would be limited. Some of the taller construction equipment may be visible, for example the cranes used for erecting the pylons, but Negligible these would only be present at each pylon location for a short PROWF07 period of time. Overall it is anticipated that there would be a negligible magnitude of visual change.

Y Felinheli Value of Views Operation Year 1: The proposed 400 kV OHL would be visible in Rhif 23 & Medium glimpsed views along the western section of the PRoW but would Lland- be seen in the context of the existing 400 kV OHL and therefore Negligible 950 m to Ty deiniolen Fodol THH anticipated that there would be a negligible magnitude of visual Rhif 111A Susceptibility change. High PRoW which connects Pen Scoins to Llanddeiniolen Rhif 480 m to Operation Year 15: The negligible magnitude of visual change 111 near Coed Pen-y-graig. The western end of the PRoW Order Limits described for Year 1 would continue to be experienced by between Pen Sensitivity footpath follows the access to Cefn farmstead (R5/06922) receptors. which is bounded to the north by a high hedgerow and has Scions and Medium Lland- views of Snowdonia to the south-east. There are glimpsed deiniolen Rhif longer distance views north through gateways where the Negligible 111 existing 400 kV OHL can be seen on the skyline. At Cefn, the PRoW enters the woodland block at Tan-yr-wylfa, dipping down in elevation to Afon Nant Cefn, before rising up again and following a line of mature trees to Coed Pen-y- graig. Vegetation along this section screens views to the north.

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Construction: The northern end of the footpath is located within the Order Limits in an area for drainage mitigation and PRoW management would be required for approximately one week during construction. There would be mid-range glimpsed views looking up towards the construction of Ty Fodol THH/CSEC although landform Moderate and vegetation cover may partially screen these views. Taller adverse equipment would be glimpsed above the landform. Views would be PROWF08 glimpsed and only over a small section of the footpath and it is Value of Views Medium anticipated that there would be a medium magnitude of visual Pentir Rhif change. 17 200 m to Ty Susceptibility Fodol THH Operation Year 1: There would be mid-range views of Ty Fodol THH/CSEC, only to upper most parts of the THH visible due to the High and within PRoW PRoW which appears to be inaccessible, having no entry screening effects of landform. The top of the gantries would also Order Limits between point or signage on the northern end and running through be visible. As the views from the footpath do not currently contain Minor Fford Sensitivity the landfill site at the southern end. At the north end it any overhead infrastructure this would be a slight change over the adverse Fodolydd and Medium travels south from Fodolydd Lane opposite Fodol Isaf northern section of the footpath, being seen on the skyline when the B4547 (R5/07079) and follows the field boundary. To the west mitigation planting has not had time to mature. It is anticipated that views are screened by a block of woodland. To the east, there would be a medium-low magnitude of visual change. views are limited by rising landform. The PRoW continues Operation Year 15: The mitigation planting surrounding Ty Fodol along a localised depression before dropping further down THH/CSEC would have matured and would partially screen views Minor into Nant-y-Garth where views out are completely screened towards the Proposed Development where less would be visible on adverse by vegetation. the skyline. It is therefore anticipated that there would be a low magnitude of visual change.

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