MOTORISTS who leave their vehicles in residential streets to avoid paying charges at a country park have been urged to do so responsibly.

Councillors in Llay told the Leader of their concerns about those who park their vehicles in and around Pentre Street in the village.

The matter has also been discussed by Llay Community Council - which will be working with police to address concerns going forward.

Llay County Councillor Bryan Apsley said: "There is no doubt some people are parking by Mayville Avenue - we have seen people parking there and going across to the [Alyn Waters] Country Park, obviously saving themselves a pound.

"But for those residents living in Mayville Avenue, and others of course, coming out of there is a danger because you can't see left or right.

"You come into the road before you can even see hazards.

"To a lesser degree, people are using other streets and are parked on both sides. It is a danger.

"People, particularly residents, are concerned about their safety and the safety of their families.

"And there's another issue - we don't have a crossing point. We have tried for a while to get a proper one but it's difficult.

"Of course the country park is popular. I would ask people to find somewhere else to park responsibly, or pay their pound.

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"It is all about safety."

Llay County Councillor Rob Walsh said: "It's an ongoing issue and unfortunately there's not a lot we can do about it if people are parked properly.

"But some are taking advantage, parking inappropriately and close to junctions.

"I urge people to contact the police if they see others parking in what they believe is a dangerous manner.

"We have problems with parking in Llay anyway; we have more cars and very narrow roads, so it can be problematic for residents.

"And I can't begrudge residents who want to park near their homes. Why shouldn't they, particularly if they don't have driveways?

The Leader: Pentre Street (Google)Pentre Street (Google) (Image: Google)"We do want to put more driveways into our council properties but that's a slow process, much to our frustration."

Cllr Walsh agreed that part of the problem related to those avoiding parking charges at the country park, adding there was a certain amount of "bitterness" from users of the park since the charges were introduced.

He added: "If you can park a bit further away, it's common sense to want to save money.

"But the parking charges have been in place for years now and with the current financial state it is unlikely it will ever be reversed.

"We are where we are."

Wrexham Rural Inspector Matt Subacchi said: “We are aware of concerns and are currently looking at options to deal with the matter.”