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RSPB agrees long-term deal for 12,000-acre Ty-Llwyd Farm

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Ty-Llwyd FarmImage source, RSPB
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The long-term lease includes 12,000 acres of upland farm, moor and blanket bog within the Lake Vyrnwy estate

RSPB Cymru has signed a deal for a 12,000-acre farm in Powys.

It signed the agreement with owner Severn Trent Water for Ty-Llwyd Farm, which includes land within the Lake Vyrnwy estate.

The charity can now work with Natural Resources Wales to develop sustainable grazing and farming methods.

RSPB Cymru director Katie-jo Luxton said the charity will "ensure this beautiful landscape remains looked after for wildlife to live and thrive".

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The RSPB said the deal is good news for wildlife on the site