Changes to Prestatyn Traffic Trial

A new arrangement is being introduced to the Prestatyn traffic trial as part of the council's ongoing efforts to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion in the town centre.

From Saturday 15 August, motorists will be able to make a right turn from the B5120 Ffordd Pendyffryn, Prestatyn (travelling from the bus station/Lidl direction) down Bridge Road towards the mini roundabout, for businesses at the bottom of the High Street and Parc Prestatyn Retail Park.

The additional right turn movement is intended to reduce the number of vehicles travelling through Parc Prestatyn Retail Park to access businesses located at the lower end of the High Street. By providing motorists with a more direct route, the council hopes to ease pressure on local roads and improve access for residents, visitors and businesses.

Previous traffic modelling for the area advised that a right turn at this location would not be possible due to the width of the road and associated highway constraints. However, following further detailed work and a review of the available road space, a solution has been identified that safely accommodates the right turn movement.

Motorists are encouraged to take extra care when travelling through the area as road users become familiar with the new arrangement. Appropriate signage will be in place to guide drivers.

The council will monitor traffic movements and congestion levels during the trial period to assess the effectiveness of the changes and determine any future improvements that may be required.

Corporate Plan Highlights April 2025 to March 2026: A well-run, high performing Council

Every year, the Council reviews its performance in delivering the Corporate Plan 2022 to 2027: The Denbighshire We Want. Our Corporate Plan sets out what we want to achieve for the people and communities of Denbighshire over the next 5 years. The Plan consists of six themes.

Corporate Plan Highlights April 2025 to March 2026: A greener Denbighshire

Every year, the Council reviews its performance in delivering the Corporate Plan 2022 to 2027: The Denbighshire We Want. Our Corporate Plan sets out what we want to achieve for the people and communities of Denbighshire over the next 5 years. The Plan consists of six themes.

Corporate Plan Highlights April 2025 to March 2026: A learning and growing Denbighshire

Every year, the Council reviews its performance in delivering the Corporate Plan 2022 to 2027: The Denbighshire We Want. Our Corporate Plan sets out what we want to achieve for the people and communities of Denbighshire over the next 5 years. The Plan consists of six themes.

Corporate Plan Highlights April 2025 to March 2026: A healthier and happier, caring Denbighshire

Every year, the Council reviews its performance in delivering the Corporate Plan 2022 to 2027: The Denbighshire We Want. Our Corporate Plan sets out what we want to achieve for the people and communities of Denbighshire over the next 5 years. The Plan consists of six themes.

Corporate Plan Highlights April 2025 to March 2026: A prosperous Denbighshire

Every year, the Council reviews its performance in delivering the Corporate Plan 2022 to 2027: The Denbighshire We Want. Our Corporate Plan sets out what we want to achieve for the people and communities of Denbighshire over the next 5 years. The Plan consists of six themes.

Corporate Plan Highlights April 2025 to March 2026: A Denbighshire of quality housing that meets people's needs

Every year, the Council reviews its performance in delivering the Corporate Plan 2022 to 2027: The Denbighshire We Want. Our Corporate Plan sets out what we want to achieve for the people and communities of Denbighshire over the next 5 years. The Plan consists of six themes.

Gazing at the Stars⭐

On the 29th and 30th of July, Denbighshire Language Initiative and Denbigh Museum are holding fun days for the family in the Town Hall, Denbigh, supported by the Royal Society. The council’s National Landscape team is proud to support the event by bringing their Planetarium, fondly known as the 'Space Space'.

Come explore the night sky, fly to planets, see the Milky Way, view a Constellation in a new light and learn about the importance of protecting our precious dark skies and how you can help too.

Attendees will also have an opportunity to learn about Isaac Roberts. Born in Denbigh, the amateur astronomer took the first clear photograph of Andromeda which is the closest galaxy to our Milky Way

Useful Information

• Suitable for all ages.
• Wheelchairs and those who need a chair can be accommodated (This is one event of four identical sessions).
• Shows last around 30 minutes.
• Please note the terms and conditions of the Eventbrite booking system.
• A ticket must be allocated for each individual, including small children and babies.

To book your place please click here.

Community Events

Looking for something to do over the summer?☀️

Why not come along to one of the community events, held from the 4^th until the 17^th of August.

National Emergency Briefing: Climate and Nature

Join us for a screening of Briffio Argyfwng y Bobl — a new film bringing together leading UK experts to explain what the latest science tells us about the climate and nature crisis, how it is already affecting our lives, and what can still be done.

The film offers a concise, evidence-based overview from experts in climate, food, health, economics, national security and extreme weather. No prior knowledge is needed — everyone is welcome.

📍 Where: The Assembly Room, Town Hall, Ruthin
📅 When: Thursday 30 July 2026
🕡 Time: 18:30–20:30, doors open at 18:00

This will be an opportunity to hear directly from experts, reflect together, and discuss what the climate and nature crisis may mean for our organisation, our work and our communities.

🎟️ Tickets are available via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1992837213752?aff=oddtdtcreator

Residents and visitors urged to reduce wildfire risk in countryside

Visitors to Denbighshire’s countryside are being urged to act responsibly this summer to help reduce the risk of wildfires.

Denbighshire County Council and the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape are issuing the advice following hot, dry weather and recent wildfire outbreaks in North Wales.

Countryside Rangers are ready to respond to reports of wildfires, and visitors are asked to follow fire prevention advice at nature reserves, country parks and other outdoor public areas:

• Do not light fires or BBQs, pack a picnic
• Completely extinguish all cigarettes
• If you see a wildfire or smell heavy smoke, get to a safe place right away.
• Call 999 and ask for the fire service. Be ready to give an exact location or landmark.

Visitors are also encouraged to use established campsites with facilities to help reduce pressure on teams monitoring popular countryside sites. 

Cllr Alan James, Lead Member for Local Development and Planning at Denbighshire County Council, said: “With the prolonged dry weather, we are particularly concerned about wildfire risks linked to camping in remote areas.

“Grass, bracken and heather fires can spread quickly in dry, windy conditions. Please avoid open fires and fully extinguish smoking materials. He added:

“We encourage people to use official campsites and follow site rules. Being sensible during this hot weather will help keep visitors safe, support our teams and reduce pressure on resources.

He added: “It is particularly important that we all follow this guidance given the current pressures on the North Wales Fire and Rescue Service which is dealing with wildfires across the region at present.”

🎉 Celebrating National Registrars Day! 🎉

Today (1 July) we're celebrating our amazing Registrars, who support our residents through some of life's most important milestones – from welcoming a new baby, saying "I do", becoming a British citizen, and saying goodbye to loved ones.

Last year, Denbighshire’s Registrars:

📜 Produced 11,072 certificates

👶 Registered 1,750 births

🕊️ Registered 2,082 deaths

💍 Conducted 331 wedding ceremonies and 5 civil partnerships

🇬🇧 Welcomed 50 new British citizens through citizenship ceremonies

Thank you to our dedicated team for the compassion, professionalism and care you show every day, supporting our communities from cradle to grave. 💙

Find out more about the services Denbigshire’s registrars offer on the council’s website 👉 https://bit.ly/3ReAZEV

The reopening of Llangollen Youth Centre

☀️ What a lovely day we had at the reopening of Llangollen Youth Centre! ☀️

The sun was shining, there were smiles everywhere, and it was fantastic to see so many children, young people and families come along to celebrate with us.

Visitors enjoyed a wide range of activities throughout the day, met local services and partners, and had the opportunity to find out more about what the centre has to offer. It was wonderful to see the building full of energy, laughter and community spirit.

The Youth Service, Families First and Flying Start would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who came along and helped them make the day such a success, including our partners, staff and volunteers. Special thanks to Councillor Diane King, Lead Member for Education, Children and Families for officially reopening the centre and helping us mark this exciting milestone.

We're looking forward to welcoming even more children, young people and families through the doors in the weeks and months ahead.

Thank you for making it such a special day – we can't wait to see you again soon! 💙

Thanks to all our partners/businesses who attended to make the day so special:

• Denbighshire Leisure Ltd
• Denbighshire Play Rangers
• Llangollen Young Farmers
• Llangollen Food Share
• The Little Learning Company
• South Denbighshire Community Partnership
• Working Denbighshire
• Domestic Abuse Safety Unit
• Shooting Stars Circus Skills
• Glitterbugz Body Art
• Beiciau Drosi Bikes
• Urdd
• Menter Iaith
• Planetree
• Bonni’s pizza

Video photo gallery of the day

Final matches in the under-19 Championship in north Wales

Denbigh Town Football Club had record-breaking attendance in the Spain v Germany match on Saturday, 4 July with 1,725 football fans coming to watch the future of European football at the Central Park Ground.

Central Park will host their final match of the championship on Wednesday, 8 July with the semi-final between Spain and Croatia kicking off at 4.30pm.

You can buy tickets through the tournament page on the FAW Ticketing website

The results of the group matches are as follows:

Next matches:

Waste transfer station welcomes Cabinet visit

Staff at the Council’s Waste Transfer Station at Denbigh recently welcomed members of the Cabinet for a guided tour around the facility.

The visit offered a useful opportunity to see first-hand how the recycling process operates and how materials are managed once they arrive on site.

The group were shown the different stages involved in handling household waste and recyclable items, helping them gain a better understanding of the work carried out by staff each day.

At the waste transfer station, recyclable materials collected from Denbighshire residents by crews are carefully separated so that paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, metals, electrical items and other accepted materials can be directed into the correct recycling streams.

Staff highlighted to the Cabinet members the importance of efficient recycling services in protecting the environment, improving sustainability, and making the best use of resources across Denbighshire.

By observing how the station operates, the cabinet members were able to see the practical challenges and benefits of a modern recycling systems and the role they play with residential support in supporting a stronger sustainable future and cleaner environment.

2026 Dates for free caravan weight check and security advice

Denbighshire and Conwy Trading Standards are offering free caravan and campervan weighing and advice sessions.

Residents who are going on in holiday in a touring or motor caravan can make sure that they are not overloading their vehicle or caravan and putting themselves at risk.

The free caravan weighing and advice sessions are available for Denbighshire and Conwy residents, and for those in other local authority areas if they can travel to the location.

This is an advice session, and no action will be taken if overloading or other issues are found, but we will work with you to reduce the load. Council officers will be accompanied by an officer from North Wales Police Community Safety section who will provide practical security advice to keep your car and caravan secure.

The free weight checks will take place at the weighbridge on the A525 between Rhuddlan and St Asaph on the following dates and times:

• Friday 17/07 – 10am-3pm
• Friday 28/08 – 10am-3pm

Appointments are not necessary for these sessions and residents are welcome to attend any of the listed sessions and find out if they’re within the legal weights for their vehicles.

The weighbridge can be found on the Rhuddlan to St Asaph A525 road, approximately three quarters of a mile from Rhuddlan, located in the layby, there will be signs indicating the weighbridge is in operation.

If you have any questions regarding the above please contact either Denbighshire Trading Standards section on tradingstandards@denbighshire.gov.uk or visit their Facebook page, likewise contact Conwy Trading Standards on trading.standards@conwy.gov.uk.-

Registering Visitor Accommodation in Wales

New Registration Law for Visitor Accommodation in Wales: Webinars Announced to Help Providers Prepare

Anyone taking bookings for overnight stays in Wales — from casual hosts to large hotel operators — will be required to register their accommodation with the Welsh Revenue Authority (WRA) when the register launches this autumn.

The forthcoming Welsh Government legislation means that all providers offering visitor accommodation, whether a single spare room, a holiday cottage, a B&B, or a full‑service hotel, will need to complete a formal registration process. The requirement applies regardless of whether guests stay for one night or several weeks.

The new visitor accommodation registration scheme will launch in autumn 2026. Ahead of this, the WRA is encouraging hosts and businesses to sign up for updates so they can receive reminders, guidance, and the latest information as the registration date approaches. The registration process is completely free of charge and all providers must register, even if the Visitor Levy is not ultimately introduced in the county. Any who fail to register may face penalties.

Webinars to Support Hosts and Booking Platforms

To help prepare the sector, the Welsh Revenue Authority is offering a series of free webinars aimed at visitor accommodation providers and booking platforms and tourism bodies. These sessions will provide the latest updates on the new registration requirements as well as clear, practical guidance on how accommodation providers can comply. There will also be a question and answer session with WRA experts.

Webinar Dates

English-language sessions:

• Tuesday 24 March 2026, 11am–12pm
• Tuesday 24 March 2026, 6pm–7pm

Welsh-language session:

• Thursday 26 March 2026, 11am–12pm

How to Register for a Webinar

You can register for a webinar on the following link - https://www.gov.wales/welsh-revenue-authority/training-events

For further information and to sign up for notifications about the new registration scheme, visit https://registervisitoraccommodation.service.gov.wales/email-signup

Fancy becoming a Tourism Ambassador?

The Denbighshire Tourism Ambassador scheme is a free, online training course to enhance your knowledge and deepen your understanding of the Denbighshire tourism offer.

There are 14 modules to choose from on a variety of themes including walking, cycling, food, arts, coast, history and sustainable tourism.

Watch our short film highlighting the course.

Visit www.ambassador.wales and get started today!

Discovering Denbighshire

Looking to discover more of Denbighshire?

Why not take inspiration from our walking and cycling maps for new ideas of places to visit.

For more inspiration on activities in and around Denbighshire visit - https://www.northeastwales.wales/  

Financial help towards school uniform and free school meals

There is financial help available towards the cost of a school uniform and free school meals.

Further information on whether you are eligible can be found on the poster below.

To apply visit www.denbighshire.gov.uk/benefits or scan the QR code.