Tourism Forum
Tourism businesses and organisations are invited to the next Denbighshire Tourism Forum, taking place on Wednesday, 15 October at The Wild Pheasant Hotel, Llangollen (10.30am–1.30pm).
The Forum offers a fantastic opportunity to hear about the latest developments in the sector, connect with like-minded businesses, and share experiences.
This year’s programme includes a range of expert guest speakers:
- Gail Swan, Chair of the Taste North East Wales Food and Drink Group
- Lucy von Weber, Head of Marketing, Visit Wales
- Head of Service for Tourism, Denbighshire County Council
Delegates will also have the chance to browse a variety of information stands from organisations including Coleg Cambria, Development Bank of Wales, Busnes@LlandrilloMenai, Woodland Skills Centre, Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape, Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, Llangollen & Corwen Railway and Denbighshire Tourism.
Councillor Alan James, Lead Member for Local Development and Planning, said:
“Tourism plays such a vital role in Denbighshire’s economy and culture, and the Forum is a fantastic way for us to come together, share ideas and support one another. Whether you’re a small business, community organisation or part of a larger attraction, I’d encourage you to come along and be part of the conversation.”
Registration opens at 10.00am, with the Forum beginning at 10.30am, followed by a buffet lunch and networking at 1.30pm.
Places are free, but booking is essential. Reserve your spot today: Eventbrite Booking Form.
What’s On in Prestatyn
(Prestatyn High Street)
Prestatyn High Street Initial Concept Design Public Consultation
To hear people’s views of what they would like to see in the central area of the High Street as part of this scheme, a public consultation will be held between 15 September – 31 October 2025.
For more information and to see the designs visit our website.
The consultation will be available from Monday 15 September at: www.denbighshire.gov.uk/consultations
Designs will also be on display at Prestatyn Library from Monday 15 September for the duration of the consultation and paper copies of the consultation can be collected and submitted there too.
Feedback received during the consultation will be shared with the public later in the year and will help inform the final design.
Information Event
If you have any questions after seeing the designs, please come along to the drop-in session to speak to the Project Team which will be held on Thursday 18 September 2025.
The event will be held at Scala cinema, Prestatyn between 1pm – 7pm.
For more information and to see the designs visit our website.
Information about the Prestatyn Nature Park project will also be available on the day.
Free training and workshops this September
Working Denbighshire is running a series of free workshops and training sessions this September to support people with skills, wellbeing, and employment. Open to anyone living in Denbighshire — whether in or out of work — these sessions are a great way to build confidence, learn something new, and explore opportunities.
Here’s what’s coming up:
- Rebuild & Bloom with LEGO: 12.30pm 16 September, 23 September, 30 September at Rhyl Library
- Barista Training: 9.30am Wednesday, 17 September at Ffordd Las Community Centre
- Intro to Warehouse Operative: 10am Wednesday, 17 September at Rhyl Library
- Wellbeing Wednesday - Create & Calm: 10.30am Wednesday, 17 September at Pengwern Community Hub
- Sweet Bakes & Pizza Lunch: 11am Thursday, 18 September at Use Your Loaf
- Forest School Opportunity: 9.45am Friday, 19 September at Rhyl Library
- Paediatric First Aid: 9.30am Monday, 22 September at HWB Dinbych
- She Connects - Create & Calm: 11am Wednesday, 24 September at North Wales Women’s Centre, Rhyl
- Men Moving Forward - Chat & Connect: 1pm Wednesday, 24 September at Rhyl Library
- Level 2 Food Safety: 9.30am Monday, 29 September at Rhyl Library
The sessions are all available to book via the Working Denbighshire Eventbrite page: www.eventbrite.com/o/working-denbighshire-79434827543
If you know someone who might benefit, or want to find out more, please get in touch with the Working Denbighshire team.
Rebuild and Bloom: Free Lego wellbeing sessions
Working Denbighshire is inviting adults (aged 16+) to take part in a unique series of creative wellbeing sessions this autumn, where Lego isn’t just for kids.
“Rebuild and Bloom” is a four-week programme of free sessions running every Tuesday afternoon from 12:30 to 2:30pm, starting 16 September until 7 October 2025. The sessions will be delivered at Rhyl Library.
The sessions aim to boost wellbeing, confidence and personal development through the simple but powerful joy of building with Lego.
The sessions will be led by Floss Barrett, a LEGO flower artist whose personal journey of recovery inspired the programme. Floss began building with LEGO following a knife attack that left her with severe injuries to both hands. As part of her physical recovery, she started using LEGO to rebuild strength and mobility in her fingers, but soon discovered it also became a vital tool in rebuilding her wellbeing.
Floss is a passionate volunteer who specialises in Botanical LEGO Flowers and is eager to introduce others to the calm, creativity, and joy this unique hobby can bring.
Councillor Jason McLellan, Leader of Denbighshire County Council and Lead Member for Economic Growth & Tackling Deprivation said:
“Supporting people to feel better, believe in themselves and explore new opportunities is at the heart of everything we do. Rebuild and Bloom is a brilliant example of how creativity and connection can inspire people to move forward.”
The initiative is being delivered by Barod, Working Denbighshire and Floss, and supports people to improve their wellbeing, gain confidence, and take steps toward employment or training.
Floss Barrett, Working Denbighshire volunteer said:
“When I was at my lowest, LEGO gave me a place to escape. It became my safe haven, a world where I could just be me. I want others to feel that same calm, focus and creativity. LEGO helped me heal and I truly believe it can help others too.”
The sessions will be relaxed, inclusive, and open to all adults, whether you’re looking to improve your wellbeing, rebuild confidence, or just try something new. No experience is needed, and both Floss and the Working Denbighshire team will be on hand to support attendees throughout.
You can attend just one session or all four, but availability is limited so booking a place is essential. To book your place visit our website.
Working Denbighshire is part funded through the Welsh Government Communities for Work Plus Programme which supports those most disadvantaged in the labour market to overcome the barriers preventing them from gaining employment.
Working Denbighshire is part funded by UK Government.
Chairman's Charity Concert at St Asaph Cathedral
Councillor Arwel Roberts, Chairman of the Council invites you to his charity concert in the company of two renowned local choirs: Meibion Marchan and Côr Rhuthun.
Concert details:
📅 Friday, 21 November
🕢 7.30pm
📍 St Asaph Cathedral
Tickets for the concert are £12 and are available from:
- Siop Elfair: Rhuthun/Ruthin (01824 702575)
- Siop Clwyd: Dinbych/Denbigh (01745 813431)
- WISH: Rhuddlan (01745 591264)
- Tudor House: Prestatyn (01745 859528)
- Eleri Woolford: 01824 706196 (eleri.woolford@sirddinbych.gov.uk)
All proceeds from the concert will go the Chairman’s chosen charities namely St Kentigern Hospice and Urdd Gobaith Cymru.