Residents in Cwmaman are advised about upcoming works on the vast area of the former Cwmaman Tip site, which will be taking place over the period ahead.
Cwmaman Tip is located generally to the west of the residential houses at Glanrhydd Street, with the Nant Aman Fawr running through it. The Council has secured Welsh Government funding for important maintenance activities throughout the large site – taking place from Monday, August 3, through to winter 2026/27.
Vegetation removal will start from August 3, to enable the clearance of access tracks and footpaths across the site. This work is important for safe access during future inspections and maintenance activities. The access tracks will then be repaired and upgraded where required, using machinery on site.
Following this phase of work, a more extensive programme of vegetation clearance will then get underway – anticipated to start in September 2026 and continue until the winter. This work will include the removal of vegetation growing within and alongside the tip’s drainage infrastructure – to restore accesses, improve the performance of the on-site drainage, and assist with the ongoing monitoring and maintenance activities in the future.
A key element of these works is delivering biodiversity enhancements through the appropriate management of vegetation across the site.
The RCT Streetcare Team is appointed to deliver the scheme, with workers accessing the tip from the western end of Glanaman Road (opposite the Workmen’s and Social Club). Residents may notice an increase in vehicles during work hours (7am to 5pm), however minimal overall disruption is anticipated to the wider community. Some limited noise disturbance might occur.
There are no planned road or lane closures as part of the scheme. Some access tracks and footpaths within the tip may be temporarily closed while works are being undertaken, to ensure safety at specific locations. Appropriate signs will be installed to inform the public where needed.
The scheme is being delivered via Welsh Government’s Coal Tip Safety Grant, which has allocated £13.7 million to the Council to continue inspections and maintenance, and deliver a programme of works, across former coal tip sites in Rhondda Cynon Taf (2026/27).
Thanks to the community in advance for your cooperation.
Posted on 31/07/2026