Drivers left trapped on a beautiful North Wales beach are calling the police for help. Motorists are able to bring vehicles on to Morfa Bychan (Black Rock Sands) near Porthmadog . This in itself has caused issues with reports of anti-social driving on the majestic beach in Gwynedd.
Now North Wales Police have put out a message about a second problem. There is a barrier at the entrance and exit of the beach to control access. This is managed by Cyngor Gwynedd and the barrier comes down each evening at 8pm.
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It has seen the police issue a reminder to leave the site by 8pm. One person commented that the beach patrol used to go along with a loud hailer just before the barriers came down to warn everyone. Another suggested "charging the overnight stayers".
A third added: "Nothing wrong with folk staying over night, though the period of time or time of year must be controlled, as the sea would cause problems and be a risk.