Denbighshire Leisure will be lighting its attractions in red; running a free boot camp at Rhyl Leisure Outdoor Fitness with all proceeds going to the charity; all staff will wear red to work on 11th November and the company is also challenging its fitness members to complete 100miles in one week, to celebrate the centenary of the Royal British Legion.  

This year marks 100 years since the nation’s collective Remembrance traditions were first brought together.

If fitness members are successful in completing 100miles challenge at each site between 4th November to 11th November, across any fitness equipment, then there will be a donation of £10,000 to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal supported by various company suppliers.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd said “We feel honoured at Denbighshire Leisure Ltd to mark the centenary of the Royal British Legion and Poppy Appeal by putting together a programme of events over the next two weeks. We will forever be in debt to those who have put their lives at risk on behalf of us all and to the incredible British Legion and Poppy Appeal volunteers who have been raising vital funds for the Armed Forces community over the last century. In lighting up Denbighshire Leisure’s attractions during remembrance week, we would like everyone in Denbighshire to unite across faiths, cultures and backgrounds to remember the sacrifice of the Armed Forces community for the past century, to get us to where we are today.”

Claire Lewis, Royal British Legion Community Fundraiser, North Wales, said: “We would like to say a huge thank you to Jamie Groves and his team at Denbighshire Leisure Ltd for supporting the North Wales Poppy Appeal in such a creative and innovative way and helping us to raise vital funds for the Armed Forces community in our Centenary Year. Many thanks also to our dedicated Poppy Appeal Organiser in Rhyl, Richard Kendrick for working proactively in close partnership and helping to make this happen.”

The poppy, two-minute silence, Armistice Day, the service for the Unknown Warrior, and the march-past at the Cenotaph are traditions that millions participate in every year and this year’s remembrance week will be spent reflecting on the fantastic charitable work carried out by the Royal British Legion and Poppy Appeal during the last 100 years.

Ruthin Craft Centre, Rhyl Sky Tower, Rhyl Pavilion Theatre, 1891 Restaurant and Bar, the Events Arena waterfall, Denbighshire Leisure HQ and Denbighshire coastal bus shelters will all be illuminated in red from 28th October to 11th November to symbolise the colour of the red poppy, a well-known and well-established symbol that carries a wealth of history and meaning.

The company will also be commemorating the anniversary with their social media proudly wearing the British Royal Legion Poppy with pride across all of their profiles. This is as well as DLL employees being encouraged to wear red on 11th November and donate to the cause.

For more information and to donate, please visit denbighshireleisure.co.uk/royalbritishlegion100

Denbighshire Leisure Ltd are thrilled to announce another huge outdoor show coming to Rhyl Spring 2022.

Pop sensation Tom Grennan will be performing at the Rhyl Events Arena on Sunday, 10th July.

The Bedford born singer has had an extraordinary year playing to huge crowds at Reading, Leeds Latitude & TRNSMT festivals as well as a massive SOLD OUT 15 date UK tour to support his album Evering Road which he described as a “thank you note” following a breakup back in March. It was flanked by the singles ‘This Is The Place’, ‘Oh Please’, ‘Little Bit Of Love’ ‘Amen’ and ‘Something Better’, and went on to earn Grennan his first UK Number One album.

The show at The Events Arena in Rhyl follows the highly successful Tom Jones concert earlier this year and is again delivered by award winning promoters Orchard Live.

Pablo Janczur form Orchard Live said ‘We’re really excited about returning to Rhyl after such an amazing and successful night with Sir Tom Jones back in September, this is the first announcement of a series of shows we will be bringing to Rhyl next summer!’’

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said; “We’re thrilled to be bringing this chart-topping act to Rhyl. It is fantastic to see such a high profile performer coming to Rhyl. Denbighshire Leisure Ltd is incredibly proud to be working with Orchard Live again this year after an incredibly successful Tom Jones concert. This is yet another example of Rhyl becoming the destination of choice for investors and performers.”

Discussing the themes behind ‘Evering Road’, which follows his 2018 debut ‘Lighting Matches’, Grennan said: “This album has been such a therapeutic experience, it has helped me through one of the toughest times of my life.

‘Evering Road’ documents a transitional stage for me, where I felt I’ve learnt so much and grown into a new man, moving myself into a new calm and positive space.”

Following the album’s release, Grennan linked up with Calvin Harris for the collaborative single ‘By Your Side’.

Tickets go on sale at 10am on Friday, 29th October via Gigantic.com and Rhyl Pavilion Box Office on 01745 330000.

Fans can sign up for an exclusive pre-sale here: https://mailchi.mp/orchardlive/tom-grennan-2022 Please note, Accessible seating can only be booked by calling Rhyl Pavilion Theatre Box Office on 01745 330000.

Denbighshire Leisure Ltd is lighting up its attractions in red in support of the ‘Go Red for Dyslexia’ campaign.

Ruthin Craft Centre, Rhyl Sky Tower, Rhyl Pavilion Theatre, 1891 Restaurant and Bar, the Events Arena waterfall and Denbighshire coastal bus shelters will all be illuminated in red from 22nd to 25th October as part of dyslexia awareness month

Go Red for Dyslexia aims to raise awareness of dyslexia, a common condition which causes difficulties in learning to read. Dyslexia is believed to affect between 5-10% of the world’s population, making their everyday lives more challenging. Since its discovery, health professionals all over the world have been working on different teaching approaches and strategies to help people with dyslexia manage their condition.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd said “We’re lighting up our attractions to support those who live with dyslexia.  Dyslexia touches the lives of many people, whether they have been diagnosed themselves, or are supporting friends, family or colleagues who are working to overcome dyslexia challenges in their everyday life. ‘Go Red for Dyslexia’ recognises dyslexia at a global level, sharing positive information on the condition, and helping to reduce the stigma. Denbighshire Leisure Ltd are proud to support their campaign.”

Café R in Ruthin Craft Centre and Café 21 at North Wales Bowls Centre, Prestatyn, are reopening this month after a period of closure to undertake extensive refurbishments.

The two Denbighshire eateries reopen this October with full refurbishment, delicious new menus, modern new look, and are bringing a host of new jobs to both areas.

The exciting new theming at both locations includes new branding, furniture, decoration and delicious locally sourced new menus hope to encourage locals back to eating out this Autumn.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure, said: “We are thrilled to be reopening Café R in Ruthin and launching Café 21, after what has been a difficult few years for the tourism and hospitality industry. We’re committed to investing in Denbighshire and are proud to be bringing more employment opportunities to the local areas as well. Both cafes have been refurbished to the highest standard and we hope it will encourage more people to eat out this autumn and winter.”

Café R has undergone a full refurbishment, including extra seating, new decoration and Denbighshire Leisure Ltd are thrilled to welcome a new Head Chef to the kitchen, whipping up a mouth-watering new menu packed full of locally sourced produce.

Café 21 is the new restaurant at the North Wales Bowls centre, named after the number of points aimed for in a game of indoor bowls. The café has been modernised with a welcoming feel, plenty of seating and a delicious new locally sourced menu.

Both restaurants are dog friendly, with the whole family (including the dog) welcome for Denbighshire Leisure’s signature roast dinners and giant Yorkshire puddings

National coffee brand Costa has once again partnered with Denbighshire Leisure and is being installed in Café R, bringing the much loved taste to the Craft Centre.

Jamie added: “Customers will be delighted with the new look restaurants. The menus will be packed with local produce, and will be complimented by new bars and a selection of locally sourced homemade cakes and pastries. Café R and Café 21 will be the places to be for catching up with friends, lunches out with the family and our famous Sunday roasts. And it doesn’t stop there, in the spring we will be introducing evening dining and new outdoor seating areas at both venues”

For more information, please visit Café R and North Wales Bowls Centre Facebook pages.