The Rhyl Christmas Light Switch on and the fee Christmas Pops concert, organised and ran by Denbighshire Leisure (DLL) and Rhyl Town Council, kick started the festive season last weekend!

The Rhyl town Christmas light switch on, on Saturday 22nd, and the Christmas Pops concert on Sunday 23rd, drew crowds to Rhyl town centre and the Christmas Pops atmosphere was electric, creating a fantastic start to the Christmas season for the community.

The Saturday afternoon switch-on event offered an incredible lineup of free entertainment for all ages. Highlights included excellent musical performances from the Rhyl Youth Marching Band, the Bethan Jones Singing Tuition Choir, the Glowbot Sparkle entertained crowds and there was free face painting, Music from DJ Paul, family magic from Mr Magico and the giant snow globe to keep the littles ones entertained.

The main moment arrived when the Christmas lights were officially switched on by the stars of this year’s Rhyl Pavilion Theatre Panto, Sleeping Beauty, who were joined on stage by the Rhyl Town Mayor, Councillor Alexander Walker. Event-goers also had the special opportunity to meet the panto cast up close and personal.

The festive spirit continued on Sunday with the free Annual Christmas Pops Concert at the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre. The concert was a huge success, featuring incredible performances from Welsh of the West End, the talented ventriloquist Jamie Leahey, and the hilarious and skilled musical act Graffiti Classics. Feedback from the audience was fantastic, confirming the event as a perfect kick-start to the Christmas festivities.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL said: “We are thrilled with the turnout and the fantastic success of this year’s Festive Weekend. We are proud to offer a weekend of free entertainment for families in Rhyl, in partnership with Rhyl Town Council. We believe that bringing our community together is especially important during the holiday season and last weekend was the perfect way to start the festive season!”

Rhyl mayor Cllr Alexander Walker said: “The weekend was a bumper one for Rhyl with both events attracting hundreds of people. The lights switch on proved to be fun for all the family, and the acts who took part in the Christmas Pops were fabulous. The concert and the lights brought a real festive feel to Rhyl, and the town council is delighted to have kickstarted the festive season in style.”

There is a whole host of festive activities planned at DLL, from a festive themed Ninja TAG, Adventure play at SC2 and Nova, to festive Clip n Climb and iGames at Prestatyn Leisure. For more information, please visit DLL.co.uk.

A brand new 3G pitch has been opened at Prestatyn Leisure, continuing DLL’s investment into Prestatyn Leisure.

Prestatyn Leisure, part of DLL (Denbighshire Leisure Ltd)’s fitness and adventure portfolio, has opened the new 3G pitch for bookings from the community and use by the local high school.

The new 3G synthetic surface has been installed on the site of the existing all-weather pitch and replaces the previous sand dressed system. The new 3G surface better replicates the feel of natural grass, which is particularly beneficial for sports such as football. 

The new development was funded by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd and Sports Wales as part of the Prestatyn Leisure project.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL said “We are delighted with the success of the new 3G surface, and it’s great to see the pitch is already being extensively used by several local junior football teams in the evenings, as well as by Prestatyn High School pupils during the day. 

“The new indoor facilities at Prestatyn Leisure, have already transformed both the leisure site, and the PE curriculum at the school and have also delivered an exciting new fitness offer to the local community.  We have some further exciting news around junior fitness at the facility coming very soon, so please keep an eye on our social channels over the next few weeks.”

Prestatyn Leisure has already seen the launch of a number of exciting new facilities, including Clip N’ Climb, a fantastic new climbing and bouldering experience, IGames, a digital interactive squash court and Prama studio, a ‘first in Wales’ digital fitness experience.

For more information please visit www.denbighshireleisure.co.uk

Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) are celebrating after winning a national award, and being shortlisted for four further awards at the national UKactive Fitness awards last week.

DLL were delighted with their achievement, winning “Best Marketing Campaign”, in a ceremony which brought together hundreds of UK fitness industry professionals in Birmingham last Thursday.

The company was in the running for 5 prestigious awards, all of which highlighted the work of teams across DLL, and their impact on the fitness industry over the last 12 months.

Ukactive is a not-for-profit industry association, promoting the interests of commercial fitness gyms and community leisure centres, with more than 4,000 organisations in membership across the UK.

The categories DLL were shortlisted in included: Organisation Innovation Award, two Marketing Campaign Awards, Outstanding Leadership Individual Award and Outstanding Leadership Team Award.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL, said: “To win in a national award at an industry wide event is an outstanding achievement, and this success is testament to the hard work, dedication, and creativity of the whole DLL team. We are deeply honoured to be acknowledged for our efforts, and as MD I am immensely proud of our win. It’s fantastic to see a Denbighshire company being recognised nationally for its contribution to the leisure industry.  As a company, it’s our values, dedication and quality that makes us stand out, and it is always more than just a job to our workforce, who always go the extra mile.  I would like to congratulate all the winners at this years awards and thank the team at Ukactive for a well-run event and fantastic evening.”

DLL (Denbighshire Leisure Ltd) has been recognised by North Wales Tourism and shortlisted for 2 prestigious awards at the Go North Wales awards this Autumn.

The company is in the running for a number of prizes at the Go North Wales Tourism awards, being held this November, for the work the business does within the tourism industry.

North Wales Tourism is a not-for-profit membership organisation that supports more than 1200+ businesses within and connected to the tourism industry across North Wales.

The two categories DLL are hoping to succeed in are: Marketing and Media of the Year Category with SC2 Rhyl and Bistro, Café and Coffee Shop of the Year with Beach Hut at Nova Prestatyn.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL, said: “We are thrilled to be recognised once again in the Go North Wales Tourism awards; this time for two awards. It’s fantastic to see a Denbighshire company being acknowledged for all the hard work throughout the business, and we’re thrilled to have been nominated for both awards, which endorses a strong well rounded company at every level. I am incredibly proud of the outstanding work that DLL has led on recently and over the last 10 years. The hard work, determination and dedication of the whole workforce in DLL, has helped us get to where we are today and I am very grateful for all of their support, especially since the launch of the company in 2020. As a company, it’s our values, dedication and quality that makes us stand out, and it’s fantastic to see us being recognised for these. It is always more than just a job to our workforce who always go the extra mile.”

Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL), in partnership with Rhyl Town Council, is delighted to announce the return of the much-loved annual ‘Christmas Pops’ free event, promising a spectacular evening of music and festive cheer at the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre.

The free-to-attend concert, a staple in the local festive calendar, will take place on Sunday, 23rd November 2025, at 5pm. This year’s line-up is set to dazzle, featuring a diverse and highly entertaining mix of talent.

Tickets for the ‘Christmas Pops’ concert go on sale on Wednesday 22^nd October at 10am, and are FREE of charge.  Tickets need to be booked in advance at the Rhyl Pavilion Box Office and are allocated on a first come first served basis and due to high demand, tickets are strictly limited to four per household.

Doors will open from 4pm, allowing concert-goers ample time to arrive and enjoy a pre-show drink, or make a day of festive celebrations with a meal at 1891 Restaurant and Bar beforehand.

The evening has something for everyone, with a mixture of music and laughter. Graffiti Classics will take to the stage, a comedy cabaret string quartet, known for their unique blend of music, comedy, and theatrical flair, this quartet guarantees a performance that is both technically brilliant and laugh-out-loud funny. Jamie Leahey, the incredibly talented young ventriloquist, will bring his charm and humour to the stage, showcasing why he has become a national favourite. Welsh of the West End are a stunning collective of award-winning singers from Wales who have performed in some of the biggest musicals globally, they will be performing classic festive hits and musical theatre favourites.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL said: “The annual ‘Christmas Pops’ concert is one of the highlights of our year, and we are incredibly proud to host it once again in collaboration with Rhyl Town Council. This event is our Christmas gift to the community, offering world-class, festive entertainment completely free of charge. This year promises to be our most spectacular yet. We encourage everyone to mark the date and call the Box Office promptly to secure their tickets for what will be a fantastic evening.”

The Mayor of Rhyl, Councillor Alexander Walker, said: “The town council has a long tradition of bringing Christmas cheer to Rhyl and we are pleased to be collaborating with DLL to do so again this year. Christmas Pops heralds the start of the festive season, sprinkling plenty of entertainment and music magic for everyone to enjoy. Laugh-out-loud fun and some musical theatre favourites are a fantastic way to get the Christmas countdown off to a flying start and we look forward to sharing this superb event with the community.”

How to Book: Tickets can be reserved exclusively by calling the Rhyl Pavilion Box Office on: 01745 330000. Box Office open hours are 10AM – 4.30PM Monday to Friday. Booking opens at 10AM on Wednesday 22nd October 2025.

1891 Rhyl to be transformed into a traditional Oktoberfest with an evening of barvarian food, German steins and lively Oompa band with live DJ.

Bratwurst, schnitzel, Spaetzel and traditional German beers and Steins, are just a few of the culinary delights on offer at 1891 Rhyl for one night only.

Entertainment starts at 6pm, with doors opening at 5pm, with the bar open until midnight on Saturday 25th October.

Fancy dress is encouraged, so grab your dancing shoes, bring your friends and celebrate the night away with traditional German Steins available to keep the celebrations flowing all night long!

Whether you want to dine in traditional German style, there is a choice of three traditional German dishes are available to dine at 1891, with a winter warmer drink included for £25. Or if party-goers prefer to dive straight into the fun, for only £10 you can join the party with a winter warmer complimentary drink and ticket for the entertainment.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL (Denbighshire Leisure Ltd) said: “We’re thrilled to bring back Oktoberfest for the 3^rd year with DLL and this year is going to be better than ever! We can’t wait to celebrate with you at the end of the month.”

For more information, visit 1891rhyl.com and to book tickets visit rhylpavilion.co.uk.

Denbighshire Leisure Ltd is thrilled to unveil the glittering line-up for this year’s magical Christmas pantomime, Sleeping Beauty, at the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre from 6^th – 31^st December.

Taking to the stage this December will be a dazzling cast of household favourites including, family favourite Sherrie Hewson (Benidorm, Loose Women, Hollyoaks, Coronation Street), George Sampson (Britain’s Got Talent, Waterloo Road), Amanda Henderson (Casualty), Jon Courtenay (Britain’s Got Talent), Elektra Fence (Ru Paul’s Drag Race), Kiera-Nicole (Milkshake!), Plus the hilarious Dan Whitley!

Amanda Henderson, who is returning after an award-winning performance as Fairy Feebee in Jack & The Beanstalk 2 years ago, joined the cast as they came together for the first time this week at Rhyl Pavilion Theatre. The star-studded cast had the chance to meet, don their dazzling costumes, and get to know one another ahead of rehearsals starting in November.

Founder of ABP Productions, Anton Benson said “We are thrilled to be working with DLL at Rhyl Pavilion Theatre again this year to bring the Christmas magic to the stage. We’ve got a fantastic star-studded cast lined up and the excitement was clear to see at the photoshoot day on Thursday. We know this is going to be a truly spectacular and entertaining panto for families to enjoy.”

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said “Denbighshire Leisure is proud to partner with Anton Benson Productions once again for this year’s Christmas panto. Pantomime at Christmas is a cherished tradition, and we’re excited to welcome the festive season and see families share in the laughter, fun, and magic of Sleeping Beauty.”

Sleeping Beauty will run from 6th December to 31st December, with a variety of school, matinee, and evening performances. Discounted rates are available for school performances.

To book your tickets, visit rhylpavilion.co.uk or call our friendly box office team on 01745 330000.

Don’t miss this year’s magical Christmas experience – laughter, music, and festive fun await!

To celebrate DLL’s fantastic £1 million investment in the refurbishment of Club Rhyl, DLL were delighted to see so many of the local community support their Free Family Open Day.

Throughout the afternoon, over 200 people took part in taster sessions, including a wide variety of free activities, free exercise classes and exclusive masterclasses delivered by Technogym and BOX12 master trainers.

The day was incredibly well received, with many guests highlighting the fun and supportive atmosphere throughout the day. Every corner of the site was alive with activity, from a Swimathon with Rhyl Swimming Club to archery, multisports with DLL Active Communities, outdoor bootcamps, and plenty more.

One of the standout highlights was the Assist Fit taster sessions, which proved hugely popular and gave participants a chance to experience a new, supportive way to exercise. Designed for those in rehabilitation, older adults or anyone managing long-term health conditions, Assist Fit offers effective, low-impact workouts through power-assisted exercise machines.

The site was buzzing with excitement, showcasing the very best of what Club Rhyl has to offer and the event was a truly special celebration of community, wellbeing, and fun.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL (Denbighshire Leisure Ltd) said: “Our commitment to investing in our facilities has seen Club Rhyl become a nationally recognised fitness facility, and the quality and value our members are enjoying is second to none. This investment in Club Rhyl will ensure that DLL members will have access to the most modern and technologically advanced fitness experiences in the country. DLL’s reputation as an innovative and sector leading leisure operator has continued to grow, and at a challenging time for many in the leisure sector, DLL is again bucking national trends and investing in its facilities. We were delighted to see so many of the community come and support the event and to celebrate the amazing facilities we have at Club Rhyl.  We would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event such a special celebration.”

Club Rhyl is open to everyone and is a premium local fitness hub. Book a tour of Club Rhyl by calling 01824 712661 or coming to site to speak with one of the friendly and knowledgeable DLL staff.

For more information on Club Rhyl, please visit denbighshireleisure.co.uk or call Club Rhyl on 01824 712661.