Two days of sunset drinks with live DJ and free family entertainment have been planned this weekend to kick start the summer at 1891 Rhyl.

Your Summer starts on midday Friday at 1891 with food and drinks offers from 12 noon and a live DJ from 5pm. It’s a perfect excuse to  finish work early, kick back to celebrate the sunshine.

An afternoon free family entertainment follows on Saturday from 1pm, with free children’s puppet show, balloon modelling and more. Then, from 5pm the live DJ returns to keep you dancing into the sunset.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure (DLL) said: “We promised a Summer to remember and we’re thrilled to announce another free event for the locals and residents of Denbighshire. This weekend is expected to be a scorcher and what better way to celebrate the sun than to kick back in North Wales’ best beer garden. You don’t need to go abroad to experience sun, sea, DJ, beach views and delicious food and drink. We cannot wait to welcome everyone to the free family event on Saturday too!”

For more information please visit 1891 Rhyl social media for the most recent updates and food and drink offers.

DLL has received an exciting grant from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, to administer another Community Grants Scheme. 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.

By giving local clubs and organisations the opportunity to apply for capital funding to support the above themes means that there will be more activities taking place at better local facilities. The total amount available is £154,000

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.

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.”

Voluntary and community groups, Not-for-profit sports club or community organisation, Parish and Town Councils, Charities that are delivering local services and support (Includes uniformed groups) and Schools and educational establishments are eligible to apply.

To be eligible you must be able to demonstrate how the project will support one of the two following Shared Prosperity Funding interventions:

• Healthy, Safe and Inclusive Communities,
• Improve health and wellbeing

Capital grants of between £2,000 and £15,000 are available.

The funding round opens on Monday 30th June and closes Monday 28th July 2025. All capital funding is available to support sports clubs and organisations supporting arts and cultural activities.

You can apply via the downloadable application form on our website. The form then needs to be returned via email to activecommunities@denbighshireleisure.co.uk or via post to Active Communities Team, DLL, 8-11 Trem y Dyffryn, Colomendy Industrial Estate, Denbigh LL16 5TX

For further information, including the full terms and conditions of the grant please visit our website https://denbighshireleisure.co.uk/dll-community-grant

SC2 waterpark opened its doors at the weekend for hundreds of people to ‘Splash into Summer’ and enjoy free taster sessions ahead of the official reopening

With the countdown to the reopening of SC2’s waterpark well and truly underway for 5th July, the DLL (Denbighshire Leisure Ltd) team at SC2 were delighted to welcome customers back to the waterpark, and to see the pool full of happy smiling faces once more! 

DLL invited locals to enjoy a few hours at the waterpark for free as a ‘taster’ for what’s to come this summer, and as a thank you for their support during the time the waterpark was closed for repairs to the roof.  Over 600 free tickets were snapped up online in less than thirty minutes, and the sessions were a huge success, with residents flooding in to enjoy the chance to have fun, and makes some memories with friends and family. The free event also included a session specifically for local homeless people, in support of charity Helping Homeless North Wales.                              

Online booking is already open, and the team at SC2 can’t wait to welcome everyone and are ready to open the doors this weekend for a summer filled with fun!  There will also be a fabulous local loyalty discount available for local residents to use after 4pm every weekend and throughout the school summer holidays. The Ninja TAG arena and dinosaur themed Adventure Soft Play will also be open alongside the Adventure Play café with Costa coffee and Red Boat icecream being served throughout the site.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director at DLL, said: “Everyone at DLL is really excited to have the Waterpark back in action, and we can’t wait to reopen on Saturday!  SC2 is our flagship attraction and it has been a tough time for everyone at DLL without the waterpark.  The taster events were 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!  Our team at SC2 is really excited to be welcoming everyone back and as promised we are bigger and better than before!   As always, we want to give visitors and residents a summer of fun and happy memories at SC2, so book your visit today – we can’t wait to see you!”

DLL will be announcing more details on the Splash Pad reopening soon.  For more information, please visit http://www.sc2rhyl.co.uk or visit SC2 social pages for the most recent updates.

Agorodd parc dŵr SC2 ei ddrysau dros y penwythnos i gannoedd o bobl allu fwynhau sesiynau blasu am ddim cyn yr ailagor swyddogol.

Gyda ond dyddiau ar ol cyn ailagor parc dŵr SC2 ar y 5ed o Orffennaf, roedd tîm DLL (Hamdden Sir Ddinbych Cyf) yn SC2 wrth eu bodd yn croesawu cwsmeriaid yn ôl i’r parc dŵr, ac i weld y pwll yn llawn wynebau hapus unwaith eto!

Gwahoddodd DLL bobl leol i fwynhau ychydig oriau yn y parc dŵr am ddim fel ‘blas’ o’r hyn sydd i ddod yr haf hwn, ac fel diolch am eu cefnogaeth yn ystod yr amser y bu’r parc dŵr ar gau ar gyfer atgyweiriadau i’r to. Cafodd dros 600 o docynnau am ddim eu cipio ar-lein mewn llai na thri deg munud, ac roedd y sesiynau’n llwyddiant ysgubol, gyda thrigolion yn llifo i mewn i fwynhau’r cyfle i gael hwyl, a chreu rhai atgofion gyda ffrindiau a theulu. Roedd y digwyddiad am ddim hefyd yn cynnwys sesiwn yn benodol ar gyfer pobl ddigartref leol, i gefnogi’r elusen Helping Homeless North Wales.

Mae archebu ar-lein eisoes ar agor, ac mae’r tîm yn SC2 yn edrych ymlaen yn fawr at groesawu pawb ac yn barod i agor y drysau’r penwythnos hwn am haf llawn hwyl! Bydd disgownt teyrngarwch lleol gwych ar gael i drigolion lleol ei ddefnyddio ar ôl 4pm bob penwythnos a thrwy gydol gwyliau haf yr ysgol. Bydd arena Ninja TAG a Chwarae Meddal Antur thema dinosoriaid hefyd ar agor ochr yn ochr â chaffi Chwarae Antur gyda choffi Costa a hufen iâ Red Boat yn cael eu gweini ledled y safle.

Dywedodd Jamie Groves, Rheolwr Gyfarwyddwr DLL: “Mae pawb yn DLL yn gyffrous iawn i gael y Parc Dŵr yn ôl ar waith, ac allwn ni ddim aros i ailagor ddydd Sadwrn! SC2 yw ein prif atyniad ac mae wedi bod yn gyfnod anodd i bawb yn DLL heb y parc dŵr. Roedd y digwyddiadau blasu i ddangos ein diolchgarwch i’r gymuned leol am eu cefnogaeth ac i roi cipolwg iddynt ar yr hwyl wych sydd o’u blaenau’r haf hwn, roedd yn wych gweld cymaint o bobl yn mwynhau’r parc dŵr eto! Mae ein tîm yn SC2 yn gyffrous iawn i groesawu pawb yn ôl ac fel yr addawyd rydym yn fwy ac yn well nag o’r blaen! Fel bob amser, rydym am roi haf o hwyl ac atgofion hapus i ymwelwyr a thrigolion yn SC2, felly archebwch eich ymweliad heddiw – allwn ni ddim aros i’ch gweld chi!”

Bydd DLL yn cyhoeddi mwy o fanylion am ailagor y Pad Sblasio yn fuan. Am ragor o wybodaeth, ewch i http://www.sc2rhyl.co.uk neu ewch i dudalennau cymdeithasol SC2 am y diweddariadau diweddaraf.

DLL has offered local charity Helping Homeless North Wales 200 free tickets for an exclusive session at SC2 Waterpark at the end of June. 

The tickets will be distributed to homeless people and families across three North Wales counties through the Community Group, giving them an evening of fun, relaxation and a chance to make some happy memories, at the popular attraction.

Helping Homeless North Wales, who work with homelessness organisations across North Wales including the Denbighshire Homelessness Prevention team, approached DLL to work together about a potential visit to SC2.  The two organisations had previously worked together in 2023 on a similar event for homeless families from Rhyl.  DLL jumped at the opportunity to help and offered 200 free tickets to the charity.

SC2’s waterpark is due to reopen on 5th July, following a period of closure due to storm damage to the roof, and DLL’s recent announcement of a weekend free taster sessions for local residents was so popular it sold out in under 30 minutes.

Richard Kendrick from Helping Homelessness North Wales, said: “Huge thanks to DLL for their amazing support. This event was amazing in 2023. So many families had a great time. I know how much this helps families going through homelessness. Benefiting the mental health and wellbeing of children. Having a chance to get away for a few hours and play in such a great place. Having a local company support our work means do much. We can’t thank Jamie and his team enough. I know there will be so many smiling faces there!”

Jamie Groves, DLL Managing Director said “Homelessness is at all-time high across Wales, and this has a huge effect on children’s lives, not only their schooling but also their opportunities for play, fun and sport.  We have offered up to 200 tickets for SC2’s Waterpark to be distributed to homeless families so that they can come enjoy a fun-filled evening with us, and make some memories with their families! During times of hardship, days like this are essential to make memories together so we’re pleased to be offering 200 free tickets, and we hope to work together in the future as well. SC2 and DLL are here for the whole community and we want as many people as possible to experience the fun!”

Unpack your camping chairs and get ready for a weekend to remember with a new Outdoor Cinema Experience at the Rhyl Events Arena this August Bank holiday.

A weekend jam-packed with iconic films is being brought to the community for FREE at Rhyl Events Arena on Friday 22nd – Sunday 24th  August 2025, hosted by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) in collaboration with Rhyl Town Council.

This fun-filled event will showcase five fantastic films for all ages to enjoy, including Mamma Mia, Moana 2, The Greatest Showman, Dirty Dancing, and the iconic musical Grease.

Bring along your camping chairs, stools, cushions and blankets, gather your friends and family, and get ready to sing, laugh and dance along under the stars in the heart of Rhyl.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL said: “We are absolutely thrilled to bring a free outdoor cinema experience to Rhyl – something we haven’t seen before in our town. We promised to bring a Summer to remember to Denbighshire, and this is just one of the free events we’re putting on for the local community! This is a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy a memorable outing together, and we’re proud to be working with Rhyl Town Council to deliver such a feel-good event. Make the most of this opportunity and bring all the family – it’s going to be a special weekend!”

Rhyl Town Council said: “There’s nothing like watching one of your favourite films on the big screen, but watching it in the open sea air will surely make this time, a viewing to remember!  The town council are excited to help to bring this experience to our Events Arena with DLL, and to as many of you as we possibly can, so be quick and grab your FREE tickets!”

DLL and Rhyl Town Council are determined to give Rhyl a Summer to remember, this exciting announcement follows thousands of free tickets for a whole weekend of music at Rhyl Pavilion for the Summertime weekender going live last week, get your tickets at Rhyl Pavilion Box office now!

The community are encouraged to secure their free tickets as early as possible by calling the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre Box Office on 01745 330000, open Monday to Friday from 10am to 4.30pm. The event is completely free to attend, but tickets are required to manage numbers. Tickets are limited to 4 per household and guests may book for up to 2 films across the weekend, to give as many residents as possible the chance to enjoy this unforgettable experience.

Event Details:

• Dates: Friday 22nd – Sunday 24th August 2025
• Location: Rhyl Events Arena
• Seating is not provided (bring your own campaign chairs/blankets)
• Tickets: FREE – Call 01745 330000 (Mon–Fri, 10am–4.30pm)
• Film Line-Up: Mamma Mia, Moana 2, The Greatest Showman, Dirty Dancing, Grease
• Ticket Limit: 4 per household, max 2 films per booking
• Screenings:
  • Dirty Dancing – Friday 22^nd August, 7pm
  • Greatest Showman – Saturday 23^rd August, 2pm
  • Mamma Mia – Saturday 23^rd August, 7pm
  • Moana 2 – Sunday 24^th August, 2pm
  • Grease – Sunday 24^th August, 7pm

Prepare for an unforgettable weekend of music this Summer, as Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) in collaboration with Rhyl Town Council, proudly present the free ‘Summertime Weekender’ at the Rhyl Events Arena.

With thanks to funding from Rhyl Town Council, DLL are thrilled to announce that tickets for this weekend will be FREE to attend for the local community, to kick off the Summer in style.

Taking place on Saturday 2^nd and Sunday 3^rd August at Rhyl Events Arena, the line-up is packed with performances and activities for all ages, ensuring an exciting summer celebration for the entire community.

Tickets are now available, and the community are being encouraged to book their tickets quick, following 600 FREE SC2 waterpark tickets being snapped up in less than 30 minutes last week.

Gates open from 1pm on both days. The festivities begin on Saturday with an impressive line-up of acts including The Big Pop Party Show – featuring terrific tributes to Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Dua Lipa and Meghan Trainor, Queen Rhapsody – Performing all of Queen’s legendary hits and Kaiser Monkey Killers – Enjoy classic rock anthems from this talented tribute band.

Sunday’s line-up offers an afternoon of legendary sounds with performances from Midnight Soul Sisters – Delivering soulful and motown classics, Elite Elton – performing the iconic hits of Elton John and Ska Britannia – known for their energetic performances and showmanship.

There’s something for everyone, Families and children with tickets can also enjoy a range of fun and free entertainment dotted around the arena throughout the day, including face painting, balloon modelling, a caricaturist and more.

Rhyl Town Council said: “Rhyl Town Council are really pleased to be joining forces with Denbighshire Leisure Limited this year, and we’re thrilled with the line-up for the Summertime Weekender.  Don’t miss out.  Grab your FREE tickets, your sunglasses and your best dancing shoes, and we’ll see you there!”

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL said: “We’re delighted to partner with Rhyl Town Council to bring another free event to Rhyl this Summer. We’re thrilled to giveaway hundreds of free tickets to the local community to start their Summer in style at the Events Arena! After the incredible response last week to SC2 taster weekends where 600 free tickets for the community were snapped up in less than 30 minutes, we’re thrilled to now be offering another free event for the local community! We are committed to giving the residents of Denbighshire the best Summer ever and this is just the start of the exciting events we have planned this year! Watch this space!”

Tickets are available from 10.30am today, Wednesday 18^th June 2025, by calling the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre Box Office on 01745 330000. Tickets are limited to four per household. The community are encouraged to call to book their tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.  

DLL’s hugely popular Northern Soul nights, hosted in their flagship 1891 Restaurant in Rhyl, saw hundreds of people enjoying soul music on the coast last weekend.

The unique combination of classic Northern Soul music and 1891’s fabulous menu and location, saw customers travelling from Manchester, Liverpool and Stoke-on-Trent for the evening on Saturday 14^th June.

Feedback from customers was exceptional with comments such as “Absolutely brilliant night! Big shout out for the DJs. And the staff in the venue were amazing, well done for an excellent evening”, and the team at 1891 are now looking forward to the next two-level event on Saturday 6^th September at 1891, Rhyl.

The origins of Northern Soul date back to the late 1960’s underground rhythm and soul scene, and now DLL and 1891 are bringing this iconic music genre to the heart of Rhyl. 

Over the last year, 1891’s Northern Soul evenings have continued to grow in popularity, with a sell-out event in February and April which both welcomed a full restaurant of diners before the music began.  

With a renowned line-up of North Wales DJs, the decks at 1891 are manned by DJ Tim Conway, DJ Chris Conway, and guest DJ Mike ‘Moonshine’ Roberts whose choice of tunes ensure the dance floors remain packed until the end of the evening.

Jamie Groves, DLL Managing Director said “We’ve been excited to see our Northern Soul nights take off in such a brilliant way, and we’ve been thrilled with the amazing feedback. 1891 Restaurant is the perfect venue to host an event, and our team there love nothing better than seeing everyone enjoy a fun filled night of great food and great music.  We’re looking forward to the next event on 6^th September, so make sure you don’t miss out!”

With the next event taking place on Saturday 6^th September, tickets for Northern Soul Nights at 1891 are priced at just £5 each, offering incredible value for an unforgettable night of soul music and dancing.  If you’re dining at the 1891 Restaurant, your entry is completely free* – making it an even more attractive option for those looking to combine a delicious meal with a night of dancing and fun.

These can be booked at: https://rhylpavilion.co.uk/events_list/northern-soul-modern-soul-at-1891-2/

Tickets are £5 or free when booking a table* a £10 non-refundable deposit per person is required to book a table, which will be deducted from your main course when dining at1891on the night of the event. Please note, if you don’t order a main course, the deposit will not be refunded.

A brand new ‘free to use’ soft play is coming to SC2 Rhyl this Summer, alongside the popular dinosaur adventure soft play and Ninja TAG arena already at the attraction.

With two soft plays and a Ninja TAG arena, plus the indoor waterpark opening this Summer, SC2 is fast becoming the ultimate hub of fun on the North Wales coast.

For customers of the Rainforest Diner, the exciting new ancient rainforest theme soft play for toddlers is free to use to let the little ones burn off some energy while the family refuels in the restaurant.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL, said: “We are bringing a free, brand new soft play to SC2 this Summer, ensuring maximum fun and play opportunities. DLL are committed to invest in Rhyl and in providing the best opportunities for the community and visitors. This Summer is going to the our biggest and best one yet, This is just one of our exciting plans for the year and we can’t wait to welcome you to SC2!”

The free for diners two level soft play will be full of fun and a fantastic prelude to the huge dinosaur-themed adventure play and Ninja TAG arena.

DLL is has a host of soft play for all ages, including pirate themed adventure play at Nova, Prestatyn, and individual leisure sites offering soft play and soft play parties, including Ruthin and Llangollen.

For more information, please visit sc2rhyl.co.uk and denbighshireleisure.co.uk.

Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) is excited to announce a 12 month partnership with Heart North & Mid Wales.

DLL are now the official Weekend Brand Partner for Heart North & Mid Wales, promoting all of DLL’s venues, attractions and leisure sites across the region

DLL & Heart North and Mid Wales partnered together back in 2019 for the opening of DLL’s flagship attraction SC2 Rhyl and the team are now back together as the destination relaunches this summer. 

SC2 Waterpark will be reopening on 5th July following a period of closure due to storm damage to the roof. The team have worked tirelessly to get the attraction ready for the summer in Rhyl and having the partnership with Heart North & Mid Wales  will kick off the opening with our key messages  broadcasting to listeners across the whole region …driving visitors  to Rhyl and a positive impact on our local economy

Giselle Twist, Commercial Director for Heart North & Mid Wales said: “We’re thrilled to be working with Denbighshire Leisure Ltd again as their Official Media Partner. DLL is at the heart of North Wales’ leisure and tourism offering so we’re excited to announce this 12 month partnership ahead of the summer relaunch of SC2 Waterpark. Through this partnership, we’ll help share DLL’s brilliant attractions and venues with our audience across the region – driving awareness, footfall and engagement. It’s a perfect example of how radio connects trusted local brands with our loyal listeners.”

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of DLL, said “Working with a national  brand like Heart North & Mid Wales, is fantastic for us as a company and we’re  really excited to partner with them. Heart North & Mid Wales has a huge audience and we believe this partnership will benefit not only DLL, but the town of Rhyl and the wider area. The ethos of Heart North & Mid Wales encompasses DLL values and we’re really excited to be working together over the next 12 months.”