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The visitor attraction, which is owned and managed by NRW, has been closed since 2015 to allow for the felling of about 150,000 trees affected by the disease Phytophthora Amorum. But NRW is looking to re-open the Forest Drive this spring, following investments to enhance facilities and for resurfacing work. Admission prices of £8 per car, £11 for minibuses and £25 for coaches – which includes parking fees on council operated car parks at Cwmcarn – are being proposed as part of the plans. The prices were questioned by Cllr Etheridge who called for the cabinet to reconsider the charges. Cllr Etheridge asked whether concessions for vulnerable people and education parties would be offered, as well as for local residents who may visit the attraction regularly.