Two weeks of roadworks at iconic A470 mountain pass
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Drivers have been warned of delays as work starts on a famous A470 mountain pass. The Crimea Pass - Bwlch y Gorddinan in Welsh - carries the A470 between Dolwyddelan and Blaenau Ffestiniog, rising to over 1,260 feet above sea level.
It will be hit with disruption over the next fortnight. Traffic Wales said that "essential resurfacing" was being carried out - starting from today.
This will see temporary traffic lights and convoy escorts for motorists between 7am and 7pm each day. The work is scheduled to end on June 25.
Traffic Wales told drivers to "Allow for additional travel time". Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox
The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways said: "If you're heading to Blaenau Ffestiniog along the A470 from Betws y Coed / North Wales Coast over the next two weeks, please be aware that there will be roadworks on the approach to the town from the Crimea Pass.
This resurfacing work will be carried out under temporary traffic lights and convoy escorts and will take place from 11th June to 25th June, between the hours of 07:00 and 19:00. Please allow additional travel time to ensure you arrive before your train has departed." Join the North Wales Live WhatsApp community group where you can get the latest stories delivered straight to your phone
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