Successful launch of The VIBE Station marks beginning of new support offer in Rhyl

Working Denbighshire’s launch of The VIBE Station brought together residents, partners and services for a day focused on wellbeing, support and opportunity.

Held on Friday, 29 May in Rhyl, the event welcomed over 120 attendees, including local councillors, partner organisations and community services, all coming together to experience the new space and what it has to offer.

The VIBE Station has been developed as a place where people can access support at any stage of their journey, with a focus on wellbeing, confidence and progression towards employment. The launch marked the beginning of this new approach, showcasing how the station will bring services together in one accessible and welcoming location.

Throughout the day, visitors had the opportunity to take part in a range of activities, including the chance to help create a LEGO version of Claude Monet’s Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies, which will be displayed at the VIBE Station, as well as “Ready, Steady, Craft” painting sessions and a journaling corner introducing simple ways journaling can support wellbeing and self-reflection.

The event also highlighted the importance of partnership working, with organisations encouraged to explore opportunities to deliver services, activities and support from the space as part of its role as a Visual Integrated Base for Employment (VIBE).

Melanie Evans, Principal Manager, Strategic Employment, said:

“The response to The VIBE Station has been outstanding, with a fantastic turnout and overwhelmingly positive feedback from day one. The launch has been a vital first step in introducing a space that focuses on wellbeing as part of the journey towards employment.

It’s clear there is strong interest from both residents and partners, and we’re looking forward to continuing to develop the offer and support people to move forward at their own pace.”

Councillor Jason McLellan, Leader of the Council and Lead Member for Economic Growth & Tackling Deprivation, said:

“The launch of The VIBE Station is an important milestone for Rhyl and for Denbighshire. It demonstrates our commitment to investing in people and creating accessible, community-based support. This is just the beginning, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact this space will have as it develops.”

The VIBE Station will now begin its ongoing programme of activity, offering residents access to wellbeing support, training opportunities and one-to-one guidance.

Partners and organisations are encouraged to continue engaging with Working Denbighshire to explore how they can be part of The VIBE Station and contribute to a more joined-up approach to support across the community.

Working Denbighshire’s support remains free and available to anyone aged 16+ living in Denbighshire who would like help moving forward.

To find out more, visit our website. 

Working Denbighshire is part‑funded by the UK Government and multiple programmes, including the Welsh Government’s Communities for Work Plus, the UK–Wales Trailblazer initiative targeting economic inactivity, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), and Connect to Work.