Exclusive evening of food and entertainment for Valentine’s at Café R in Ruthin
The newly refurbished Café R at Ruthin Craft Centre will be hosting an exclusive late night opening on Saturday 12th February to celebrate Valentine’s.
This will be the first late night opening for Café R since it reopened with a new look and brand in October 2021. The modern eatery located within the walls of Ruthin Craft Centre will be opened as usual from 9am throughout the day but will be welcoming Valentine’s diners between 5:30pm-8pm with a glass of prosecco on arrival.
Talented musician Jacob Elwy will be entertaining diners while they eat, diners are encouraged to book a table in advance to enjoy the special 3 course Valentine’s menu and entertainment.
New Head Chef, Jamie Winning has put together a special menu for the Restaurant’s first exclusive late night opening, with dishes including Thai salmon fishcake with rocket salad, Welsh Rump Steak with home cut chips and White chocolate and Baileys crème brulee. Couples can enjoy 3 courses for just £49.90 per couple, with a complimentary glass of prosecco on arrival.
Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said “A lot of hard work has gone into creating the new Café R restaurant which reopened in October 2021. Every aspect of the Restaurant offers a high quality dining experience and we would love for our residents and visitors to dine with us at Café R on Valentine’s to try our very first early evening experience. Together with our new Head Chef and brilliant team at Café R, we are looking forward to hosting a great night supported by local produce, and local talent performing. This will be a taste of things to come at Café R as we build towards our new outdoor dining areas due to be complete this Easter.
For more information or to book a table, call Café R on 01824 708099 open 9am-4pm Tuesday-Sunday or contact Café R directly on Facebook.
Make this Winter one of Wellbeing with Denbighshire Leisure and Welsh Government
Denbighshire Leisure is giving away over 1,000 free activities for families to get active and have fun this winter.
Following a successful Summer of Fun, The Winter of Wellbeing start this month across the county with funding from the Welsh Government, to give the community free tickets to Denbighshire Leisure attractions and leisure sites.
Over 1,000 free tickets will be available to the public, including free Ninja TAG tickets, tickets to the Sport Zone holiday activities in Ruthin, Denbigh and Rhyl, tickets to play at Nova Adventure Play and SC2 Adventure Play, as well as Soft Play in Llangollen, Ruthin and Rhyl, as well as many more activities being offered, including family swim sessions, free hire of badminton courts for families and Learn2Ride sessions.
Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said: “January is a difficult month for everyone, especially again this year with Covid-19, so we’re delighted to be giving away thousands of free tickets for children and families to get out this January, be active and have fun, in a safe environment. This funding from the Welsh Government will really help people start the new year in a fun way and keep active at the same time.”
For more information please visit: www.denbighshireleisure.co.uk/winterofwellbeing
Covid news update
Following the Welsh Government’s announcement today, Denbighshire Leisure Ltd wants to reassure customers that each of our facilities will fully comply with the latest guidelines to be implemented from 26th December.
From the outset of the pandemic, safety of customers and staff has been our highest priority and this will continue to be the case; in addition to our focus on providing customers with same excellent experiences they have become accustomed to. Once new guidelines are implemented, we will monitor customer feedback, and should we need to introduce any extra safety measures at times of peak periods, we will let you know. We will also keep everyone updated around any changes in advice and guidance from Welsh Government as and when this becomes available.
The following safety measures will be introduced at our facilities from Sunday 26th December:
- Leisure Centres (including attractions) will return to social distancing principles, and we request all customers to respect this. Customers will be encouraged to make use of the sanitising stations throughout the centres, and our staff will continue with enhanced cleaning regimes. Customers will also need to wear facemasks whilst in the centres, apart from when exercising. At the current time, we will not be introducing a booking system for fitness suites. This will remain under review.
- Our restaurants and cafes will be reintroducing table service, social distancing principles and reintroducing the recording of customer contact information. We will also be following the guidance from Welsh Government on the ‘rule of 6’ per booking and requiring customers to wear masks when they are moving around the restaurant. Our food and beverage facilities will of course continue with their enhanced cleaning regimes.
- After careful consideration, and in line with other theatres in the region, Rhyl Pavilion’s pantomime performances from Boxing Day until New Year’s Eve will be cancelled. The logistics of applying the ‘rule of 6’ and also adhering to social distancing within the auditorium is sadly not feasible. The Box Office will contact all ticket holders to arrange a refund or exchange. Pantomime customers will be prioritised and we ask you to bear with us until you are called by one of our team.
The panto programme is running as advertised until Christmas Eve, and tickets are still available
Despite the challenges of the pandemic, Denbighshire Leisure Ltd and its entire workforce, has remained resilient, positive and absolutely determined to continue providing the best possible customer experiences. Since reopening, we have been delighted with the positive feedback received from customers and by the confidence they have shown in us. We are looking forward to 2022 and will rise to any challenges it brings.
We wish you all a very Happy Christmas and a safe New Year. #WeAreDenbighshireLeisure
Jack Savoretti and Beverley Knight announce exclusive outdoor show at Rhyl Events Arena
Jack Savoretti, who’s amazing new single, The Way You Said Goodbye, has announced that he will be performing an exclusive North Wales show at Rhyl’s outdoor Events Arena on July 9th 2022.
Savoretti will be supported by no one less than the Queen of British Soul, Beverley Knight, who is no stranger to performing on stage, scoring several Top 10 albums including the platinum selling Voice: The Best of Beverley Knight. The Soul singer’s most recent album ‘Soulsville’ released in 2016 went straight into the UK Top 10. More recently, Knight has featured on BBC and ITV News with her return to the West End stage to play Faye Treadwell in new musical, The Drifters Girl.
Jack Savoretti last performed at North Wales to thunderous applauses supporting Paloma Faith in July 2018.
Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd said: “We’re delighted to be able to host a whole weekend packed with a variety high profile performers and talent for local residents of Denbighshire and beyond. With James kicking off the series of concerts, before Jack Savoretti and Beverley Knight, and with Tom Grennan bringing the weekend to a close, it’s a weekend not to be missed with something for everyone.
“Denbighshire Leisure Ltd is very excited to work with Orchard Live again next year following on from the fantastic night with Tom Jones at Rhyl Events Arena. The Events Arena is becoming increasingly popular with high profile performers, with its unique seafront location and ease of access, it makes the perfect setting for summer festivals.”
Pablo Janczur form Orchard Live said “We’re really excited about returning to Rhyl for a full weekend of live music. Following on from the success of Sir Tom Jones this year, we have a fantastic line up with Jack Savoretti supported by Beverley Knight wedged between James on the Friday and Tom Grennan on the Sunday, it will be the perfect music-filled weekend next Summer!”
Fans can sign-up for the exclusive pre-sale here: https://mailchi.mp/orchardlive.com/jack-savoretti-presale . General release tickets will go on sale Friday 10th December at 10am on Rhyl Pavilion Theatre website and Gigantic.com.
The show completes a jam-packed weekend of concerts produced by Orchard Live in partnership with Denbighshire Leisure Ltd with Manchester band James kicking off the festival of music on July 8th, supported by The Lightening Seeds & The Ks. Plus, pop sensation Tom Grennan bringing the weekend to a close on July 10th. Tickets for both shows are on sale now from Gigantic.com and Rhyl Pavilion Theatre website.
Denbighshire Leisure unveils Winter Wonderland at SC2 Rhyl, including Santa grotto and elves
Denbighshire Leisure Ltd are excited to announce that they will be hosting Santa and his Elves this December at Ninja TAG Rhyl to spread Christmas cheer this festive season.
Ninja TAG Rhyl will be transformed into a festive wonderland, complete with an authentic grotto, where Santa will welcome children for a magical meet and greet experience where they can tell the man himself what’s on their wish list this Christmas.
Santa and his Elves will be at Ninja TAG every Saturday and Sunday in December as well as Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd to meet and greet children with a gift.
Children will be getting into the festive spirit by racing Santa’s Elves in a friendly ‘Race the Elves’ competition trying to beat Santa’s score in the NinjaTAG arena.
Jamie Groves, Managing Director for Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said: “We’re thrilled to be able to host such an array of events this festive season! Having been so restricted last year due to the pandemic, we’ve tried our very best to give everybody the chance to really take in the Christmas spirit by hosting these special events. We want to create memories, and these events are the perfect way to celebrate Christmas with the whole family. We look forward to welcoming residents and visitors to SC2 in Rhyl.”
Spaces are limited on these events, and booking in advance is highly encouraged to avoid disappointment.
The Christmas events are open to all ages, For more information and to book your place please visit ninjatag-rhyl.co.uk/events/
Denbighshire Leisure Ltd lights up attractions for Carers’ Rights Day
Denbighshire Leisure is lighting its attractions this week in green and purple in support of Carers’ Rights Day.
The pandemic has impacted the lives and need of carers significantly with increasing demand. This year’s Carers’ Rights Day campaign is focusing on raising awareness of the rights that unpaid carers have and aims to empower them with information and support that will encourage them to challenge when their rights are not being met.
Ruthin Craft Centre, Rhyl Sky Tower, Rhyl Pavilion Theatre, 1891 Restaurant and Bar, the Events Arena waterfall, Denbighshire Leisure Ltd HQ in Denbigh and Denbighshire coastal bus shelters will all be lit up in green and purple on Thursday, 25th November in solidarity with carers across the country who’s rights are not being met.
Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd said “At Denbighshire Leisure Ltd we are proud to show our appreciation for carers all over the country by lighting up our attractions on Carers’ Rights Day. The hard work carried out by carers, particularly during the past year doesn’t go unnoticed and we are very grateful to all carers, and that’s why we want to support this campaign to empower carers and help raise awareness of Carers’ Rights.”
Councillor Bobby Feeley, Lead Member for Well-being and Independence at Denbighshire County Council, said: “We are proud to stand with our carers across the county and beyond. Carers play a vital role in the county and I’m pleased that we are showing our support to them by lighting up Denbighshire Leisure attractions.”
Denbighshire Leisure Ltd are thrilled to announce another massive show coming to Rhyl Events Arena Summer 2022
Legendary Manchester band James have announced a huge outdoor show in North Wales next summer.
Playing at Rhyl’s Event Arena on Friday 8th July, the band will be supported by The Lightning Seeds and The K’s.
James’ 16th studio album All The Colours Of You was released to huge acclaim earlier this year and the band played a number of festivals across the Uk and Europe this summer.
All The Colours Of You is their first on a new label, Virgin Music Label & Artists Services and a new publishing home, Kobalt Music.
James will perform tracks from the new record and many more from their rich back catalogue when they play Rhyl next summer.
The show is followed by Tom Grennan performing at the Events Area on July 10th 2022 and on the back of an outstanding concert with Sir Tom Jones earlier this year.
Pablo Janczur from promoters Orchard Live said ‘We had a blast when we brought Sir Tom Jones to Rhyl this Summer so we thought we’d come back for more! We can’t wait for this show, on a beautiful sunny summers day by the seaside, Rhyl is an amazing place for an outdoor concert by an legendary live band like James’.
Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said; “We’re thrilled to be bringing these iconic bands to Rhyl. It is fantastic to see such high profile performers 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.”
Tickets go on sale at 10am on Friday, 19th November via Gigantic.com, RhylPavilion.co.uk and Rhyl Pavilion Box Office on 01745 330000.
Fans can sign up for an exclusive pre-sale here: https://mailchi.mp/orchardlive/jamesrhyl2022
Please note, Accessible seating can only be booked by calling Rhyl Pavilion Theatre Box Office on 01745 330000.
Angelo Starr & the team confirmed as headline for this year’s Christmas Pops at Rhyl Pavilion
The concert is widely known to kick off Christmas in the county, and this year will take place at Rhyl Pavilion Theatre on Sunday 28th November.
Tickets are free to book from 10am today, Wednesday 10th November, by calling the Rhyl Pavilion Box Office and will be limited to four tickets per household. Concert goers are advised to set their alarms to book their tickets as the Box Office hotline is expected to be ringing off the hook for this popular event, with the tickets selling out within 48 hours for the last Christmas Pops concert in 2019.
The annual Christmas Pops concert is being hosted at Rhyl Pavilion Theatre for the first time ever due to the high demand for the annual concert. Rhyl Silver Band ensemble and vocalists will feature alongside The Edwinn Starr band offering a variety of music to the evening.
Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said: “We are delighted to have secured such a great line up and the event has been long established as a way of kick starting the Christmas celebrations. It has been a difficult few months of repairs and refurbishment since the flooding, but we are so excited to reopen our doors and to kick-start the Christmas festivities with a variety of talented performers. Our volunteers and Friends of the Theatre have patiently been waiting to return and welcome concert goers through the auditorium doors again. Make that weekend the start of your Christmas celebrations with the Rhyl Christmas Light Switch on the Saturday and our Christmas Pops concert on the Sunday!”
Rhyl mayor Cllr Diane King said: “We are so very fortunate to be welcoming Angelo Starr & The Team to Rhyl. Angelo has sung with some of the greats, including Alexander O’Neal, so we are very fortunate to have him and his band having a starring role in Rhyl’s Christmas festivities. The popularity of the Christmas Pops is evident by the change in venue. Everyone is looking forward to a night of Motown and classic hits, a super start to the festive period, one that hits all the right notes.”
Doors will open from 4pm, giving concert goers the chance to grab a drink before the concert starts at 5pm.
To book your Christmas Pops 2021 tickets, call the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre Box Office from 10am Tuesday 09th November on 01745 330000.
Jason Manford to kick start Christmas at Rhyl Christmas Light switch on
Update – 7th November: Stage times for the Christmas Switch On have now been confirmed and Denbighshire Leisure and Rhyl Town Council are thrilled to welcome this years Rhyl Pavilion Theatre Panto cast of Cinderella to the light switch on line-up, as well as performances by Gem Johnson female vocalist and Mike Andrew as Robbie Williams, followed by Jason Manford who will take to the stage at 5.45pm to switch on the lights.
Comedian Jason Manford will be kick-starting the festive season by switching on Rhyl’s Christmas lights this month.
The much loved comedian, singer and television presenter will be switching on the town’s Christmas lights on the High Street in Rhyl on Saturday 27th November between 4pm and 6pm.
Entertaining the crowds will be a 6ft Glowbot, Co-Creative performance company, face painting, balloon modelling and the night will finish on a bang with a fireworks finale.
Also on stage entertaining the crowd will be Mike Andrew as Robbie Williams and the wonderful Gem Johnson.
Jason Manford said: “I can’t wait to come to Rhyl, it’s a great place to perform and there’s always an amazing atmosphere. The light switch on will start the Christmas festivities and I’m honoured to have been invited this year. See you there!”
Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said: “We are delighted to have secured such a great line up at the light switch on this year, it has long been established as a way of kick starting the Christmas celebrations. We would encourage people to join in with the activities and come get into the festive spirit with Denbighshire Leisure Ltd and Rhyl Town Council.”
Rhyl mayor Cllr Diane King said: “We are so pleased to be able to support this year’s Christmas lights switch on. A highlight in the town’s events calendar, we really missed the lights switch on last year. But we’re back with a sparkle and looking forward to welcoming Jason Manford to Rhyl to start off the festivities ahead of his performance at the Pavilion.”
For more information, please visit: denbighshireleisure.co.uk/RhylLightSwitchOn
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