Swansea Council has moved to address what it says is misinformation circulating online about preparatory works currently taking place at Kilvey Hill for the Skyline outdoor leisure destination.
The council has clarified a number of claims being shared on social media, setting out what it describes as the facts behind the development.
One claim suggested that Natural Resources Wales had not been made aware of the project. However, the council said NRW was consulted during the planning process, including on drainage, flood risk, land contamination and ecology and biodiversity matters.
Another claim stated that tree felling was taking place without permission. The council confirmed that planning consent for the scheme was granted in July 2025. Where planning permission has been approved, an NRW licence for felling trees is not required. It added that all other necessary licences are in place and that all pre clearance planning conditions have been met.
Tree clearance is currently taking place along the route of the proposed gondola cable car, as well as the safe removal of diseased, non native trees within the site boundary.
As part of the wider scheme, Skyline has committed to planting a mix of native broadleaf trees, woodland edge planting, hedging, shrubs, plants, grassland and meadow seeding.
According to Skyline, the approach will help restore Kilvey Hill’s ecological balance and deliver a net positive biodiversity impact for the area.
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Maybe if SCC had done proper consultations with local residents, instead of holding them at obscure times or changing the venues last minute, there wouldn’t be so much misinformation. It’s almost as if SCC didn’t want too many questions asked regarding this project. Maybe I’m just being cynical