Work to start on new roof for Rhyl's Strand Cinema

Work is to start on a new roof for the Strand Cinema in Rhyl, securing the future of one of the town's best-known leisure venues.

The project is funded by the UK Government and Welsh Government through the Local Growth Fund, with match funding from Denbighshire County Council. The Council owns the building, which is leased to Merlin Cinemas and the Building Maintenance team will manage the project.

The existing roof covering has reached the end of its life and has needed repeated repairs in recent years. North Wales contractor Brynbuild will replace it with a modern standing seam aluminium system. The new roof will improve the building's thermal performance and comes with a long-term manufacturer's guarantee.

Brynbuild was appointed through the North Wales Construction Partnership Framework with works to began shortly in partnership with Frame Four and is expected to be complete in early 2027.

The cinema will remain open as normal throughout the works.

Cllr Brian Jones, Lead Member for Finance, Assets and Local Economy, said: "The Strand is part of Rhyl's seafront and a place for local families and visitors to enjoy. This investment, made possible by the Local Growth Fund, means the building will be protected for years to come, and the cinema can keep trading while the work goes ahead. We're grateful to the UK and Welsh Governments for their support, and to Merlin Cinemas for working with us on the project."

Chris Wilkes of Merlin Cinemas said:" "Since reopening the Strand, we’ve been delighted by the enthusiastic support received from people in Rhyl and visitors to the seafront. A new roof is a big investment in the cinema’s future, and we’re grateful to Denbighshire County Council, the UK, and Welsh Governments for making it happen. The work has been planned so the cinema can stay open as normal throughout these planned works, and  we look forward to welcoming everyone for many years to come.”