Caersws Community Council has managed the Caersws Public Conveniences since 31 March 2016, when responsibility transferred to the Community Council under licence. For transparency, the licence agreement can be found here: – License Agreement
These facilities are an important asset for residents, visitors, local events and passing trade — and we are committed to keeping them safe, clean and operational.
🛠 What We’ve Improved
Over recent years — and particularly in recent months — a number of practical improvements have been carried out:
- Internal repainting and ongoing decorative maintenance
- Replacement of internal pipework
- New cubicle locks, toilet seats and toilet roll holders
- Re-securing of hand dryers
- Repairs to urinals
- Repairs to lighting, including motion-sensor upgrades and an override switch
- Adjustment to handwashing provision — moving to an approved cold-water handwash solution to reduce unsustainable hot water and boiler costs
These improvements ensure the facilities remain functional, hygienic, and financially sustainable.
🌿 Ongoing Care & Daily Maintenance
The premises are maintained daily by a dedicated member of staff employed by the Community Council. Rhys carries out cleaning, replenishment, and regular checks to a high standard. His reliability and pride in the role make a real difference to how the facilities are presented.
There has also been a noticeable tidy-up of the exterior area, which will continue into the spring and summer months.
🚰 Drainage & Sewer Investigations
We have worked with Hafren Dyfrdwy, Severn Trent and Powys County Council in relation to the public sewer network. These have been inspected and signed off as not causing the ongoing issues.
However, blockages have continued.
Specialist contractors Metro Rod have now carried out surveys which identified ageing sewer infrastructure beneath the toilet car park as the likely cause. The Metro Rod report can be found here: Metro Road Report
We are currently in discussion with Powys County Council regarding responsibility and funding for these repairs.
🎨 What’s Next (Spring / Summer 2026)
- Internal repainting (weather dependent)
- External repainting – quotations being sought
- Roof repair works – quotations being obtained
- Continued exterior tidy-up
- Exploring small enhancements to improve appearance
While the adjoining car park is owned by Powys County Council, we are also considering what improvements may be possible within our remit.
📩 Help Us Protect the Facility
If you witness any vandalism, misuse or issues with the Public Conveniences, please contact:
📧 clerk@caerswscommunitycouncil.co.uk
Community assets only remain viable if we look after them together.
