Resurfacing work taking place from today (Monday, May 24) will see two tunnels on the coastal path between Saundersfoot and Wisemans Bridge closed for five-days.

Saundersfoot’s county councillor Phil Baker said that following discussions with Pembrokeshire County Council, funding had been secured via a Welsh Government grant to enhance the surface through the long tunnel of the former colliery railway, with the work taking place ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.

“A specialist contractor is using shredded, recycled tyres in the top material to provide a durable surface,” said Clr. Baker.

“Pembrokeshire County Council has also decided to resurface the shorter tunnel at the end of The Strand while the contractor is on site.

“The surface is good at the moment, but due to the wet conditions, we thought it was cost effective to resurface it now.

Nearby, Church Terrace will also be temporarily closed for three days from Wednesday (May 26) to allow water and sewer connections to a new house.

The road will close at 9.30 am, but will be open from 2.30 and 4 pm, to maintain access for Saundersfoot School.

Following discussion between Clr. Baker and PCC, the proposed Francis Lane closure has been postponed until September.