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Rhyl Journal
3 days ago
- Rhyl Journal
Free climbing fun on offer for over-60s at Prestatyn Leisure
Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) is offering free entry to those aged 60 and up when attending a climbing experience at Prestatyn Leisure with a paying grandchild, or member of their family, who is over four years old. Jamie Groves, managing director at DLL, said: "This initiative is about celebrating the bond between grandparents and grandchildren, while encouraging physical activity for all ages. "It's a fantastic way for families to make memories together during the summer holidays. "We promised a summer to remember, and we are committed to giving all members of our community as many opportunities to make memories as possible!" The promotion runs from July 19 to August 31, every day of the week, from 10.30am until 8.30pm on weekdays and from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday. The scheme is open to Denbighshire residents only. READ MORE: Sports Direct to close in Rhyl's White Rose Shopping Centre The offer is subsidised by the Welsh Government's 60 Plus Active Leisure Scheme, which aims to encourage older adults to access local leisure opportunities. To book online, use code 60+C&C at Proof of age and postcode will be requested upon arrival.
Rhyl Journal
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
SC2 Rhyl outdoor 'Splash Pad' reopens to the public
The outdoor splash area, designed for younger children, toddlers and infants, re-opened to the public on July 12 after 17 months of closure. SC2 water park closed in December 2023 following storm damage to its roof. The main water park area opened to the public on July 5. With no grand re-launch, the reopening was without fanfare - just a quiet return to business. Jamie Groves, Managing Director at Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL), said: 'It has been fantastic to see so many people enjoying the outdoor Splash Pad. "We have had a really tough 18 months with the waterpark being closed and we cannot thank our local community enough for their support during this difficult time. "Our team at SC2 is really excited to now be fully open for the holidays we are looking forward to another fabulous Summer in Rhyl. "As promised, SC2 is back bigger and better than before, so we can't wait to see the Splash Pad full of happy faces and families making memories once more." Hundreds of free tickets for 'taster sessions' were given away to residents by DLL to mark the reopening. The Splash Pad will be open weekends and over the holidays until the end of the summer. Free sessions will be available after 5pm. Sessions can be booked online at
Rhyl Journal
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Rhyl: 300 free SC2 Splash Pad Tickets for locals today
Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) are blown away with the response to the release of 300 free outdoor Splash Pad tickets at SC2. After releasing the tickets online to local residents to experience the outdoor SC2 Splash Pad in an exciting 'taster day' today, all the tickets were snapped up in less than 45 minutes. For two session, DLL invited local residents to enjoy the waterpark as a free 'taster' for what's to come this weekend when the outdoor Splash Pad opens to the public. MORE NEWS: Rhyl caravan owner 'can only spend six months of year at holiday park' Building left 'empty for years' by Rhyl railway station to be flower shop Rhyl's £12m Queen's Market officially opens for business! Splash Pad will be open weekends and holidays until the end of the summer, with free sessions after 5pm daily aimed at local people. Sessions can be booked online at Jamie Groves, Managing Director at DLL, said: 'We have had a really tough 18 months with the waterpark being closed and we cannot thank our local community enough for their support during this difficult time. We have decided to open the Outdoor Splash Pad a day early and give 300 tickets for free to show our gratitude for their support, and for them to come and see the Splash Pad in all its glory in the amazing weather predicted tomorrow and this weekend. "Our team at SC2 is really excited to be welcoming everyone back to our much loved attraction and we are looking forward to another fabulous summer in Rhyl! As promised, SC2 is back bigger and better than before, so we can't wait to see the Splash Pad full of happy faces and families making memories once more!'
Rhyl Journal
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
'Splash Pad' at Rhyl's SC2 to re-open
The outdoor splash area, designed for younger children, toddlers and infants, is centred around a paddling pool. The water is 30cm at its deepest. The re-opening of the Splash Pad follows the return of the main £15 water park, which welcomed visitors again on July 5. The facility had been closed since December 2023 due to storm damage to its roof. A total of 300 free tickets for taster sessions went live earlier today (July 10) - these have since sold out. Jamie Groves, Managing Director at Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL), said: 'Everyone at DLL is really excited to have the water park back in action, and we can't wait to reopen our 'Splash Pad' this weekend, with a free taster session on Friday. Family with decades-long ties become new custodians of beloved North Wales pub LOOK: We put Zip World's new Tiny Trek to the test! "SC2 is our flagship attraction and it has been a tough time for everyone at DLL without the waterpark. "The taster events are to show our gratitude to local community for their support and to give them a peek at the fantastic fun ahead this summer. "It was brilliant to see so many people enjoying the waterpark again over the last week and now we cannot wait to open the Splash Pad. "Our team at SC2 is really excited to be welcoming everyone back and as promised, we are bigger and better than before." Booking for the Splash Pad is now live on the SC2 website. Tickets: Adults / children aged over three £7.50, children aged between one and three £5 and children under one - free. The main water park also offered free taster sessions and hosted visits for homeless families ahead of its official reopening.
Rhyl Journal
03-07-2025
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Denbighshire groups urged to apply for new grant funding
According to DLL, the grant fits into the 25/26 Shared Prosperity Fund priority of Communities and Place, the theme of Healthy, Safe and Inclusive Communities, and the sub-theme of Healthy: Improve health and wellbeing. Jamie Groves, managing director of DLL, said: "We are delighted to once again be able to support local clubs and organisations to provide funding to improve the health and wellbeing of Denbighshire residents. "Our community is one of the three pillars of our company, and helping maintain community participation and club infrastructure remains a priority for DLL. "With this funding from the UK Government, and Denbighshire County Council, it will enable us to help sustain and support important third sector groups, sports and cultural organisations. "Many clubs and organisations are run by volunteers for the benefit of the local community, and provide opportunities for people to come together, which we know has a positive impact on people's mental health and wellbeing." According to a spokesperson for DLL, the objective of providing this community grant scheme is to support the 'strengthening of our social fabric and sense of local pride and belonging' and will have both 'short term and longer-term benefits'. Grants of between £2,000 and £15,000 are available for capital projects under the scheme. Voluntary and community groups, not-for-profit sports clubs, parish and town councils, charities delivering local services, including uniformed groups, and schools are eligible to apply. Projects must demonstrate how they support either 'Healthy, Safe and Inclusive Communities' or 'Improved health and wellbeing' as outlined by the Shared Prosperity Fund. The funding round opened on June 30 and is set to closes on July 28. The DLL Community Grant Scheme is open to projects in sports, arts, and culture. Applications can be submitted via a downloadable form from the DLL website. Completed forms should be emailed to activecommunities@ or posted to the Active Communities Team at DLL, 8-11 Trem y Dyffryn, Colomendy Industrial Estate, Denbigh, LL16 5TX. Further information, including full terms and conditions, is available at According to DLL, the scheme aims to deliver both short and long-term benefits for Denbighshire.
