Pupils from Ysgol Glan Conwy have been given a first look at a new Active Travel route they helped to name, ahead of its opening later this year.

Year 6 pupils visited the developing pathway and bridges near the RSPB reserve in Glan Conwy, where they saw the progress being made and learned more about the construction work involved.

The pupils also contributed items for a time capsule which will be buried on site before the route officially opens.

The new route will be called Lôn yr Adar, while the bridges have been named Pont Sanffraid and Pont y Brwyn.

The names were chosen following a project involving the school council, where pupils considered suggestions put forward by local residents. They selected names which reflected the history of the area, including the legend of St Ffraid, while celebrating the importance of the new pathway in connecting the community.

Teacher Michelle Evans said the pupils had embraced the opportunity.

“It’s been wonderful to see the pupils get so engaged with this. They took their responsibility seriously and showed great enthusiasm in choosing names that reflect the local area,” she said.

Councillor Sharon Doleman, Conwy County Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Economic Development and Glan Conwy Ward Member, said involving young people had helped strengthen the connection between the project and the community.

She said: “It’s fantastic to see young people helping to shape this hugely important project. Getting the school council involved gives pupils a voice and strengthens the connection between the community and this new Active Travel route.”

The new route is designed to improve walking and cycling links in Glan Conwy, encourage healthier lifestyles and provide safer access to local amenities, while avoiding the busy crossing at the Black Cat Roundabout.

Councillor Mike Priestley, Cabinet Member for Environment, Roads and Facilities, said Lôn yr Adar would provide “safe, accessible and environmentally friendly connections” for the village.

Council Leader Councillor Julie Fallon added that the project had been shaped by the community and named by local children.

She said: “Lôn yr Adar has been shaped by the community, named by its children, and built to serve residents for generations.”

The Active Travel route and bridges are expected to open to the public later this year.