By GB News (World News) | Created at 2025-03-23 19:21:12 | Updated at 2025-03-25 15:38:54
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The once-booming Welsh seaside resort of Rhyl is set to undergo a £20million transformation to restore it to its former glory.
Rhyl, which sits on Wales's rugged north coast, is in line for significant investment as part of the Government's £1.1billion-valued "levelling-up" fund for "left behind" towns.
From this fund, £12 million is being allocated to "improvement projects in the town centre and central promenade".
The ambitious makeover aims to revitalise a destination that was once known for its great beach, arcades and shops before suffering a series of business closures.
Rhyl, which sits on Wales's rugged north coast, is in line for significant investment as part of the Government's 'levelling-up' fund
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The town's £15million SC2 water park is expected to reopen in 'early summer' following storm damage
Rhyl is also experiencing a tourism resurgence, welcoming 1.8 million visitors in 2023
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Rhyl is also experiencing a tourism resurgence, welcoming 1.8 million visitors in 2023 - up from 1.7 million before the pandemic.
Local residents and visitors alike have shared positive feedback about the town's offerings on social media.
One tourist commented: "Rhyl has a lovely golden sandy beach that stretches all along the prom."
"Rhyl is a lovely place... with a lovely beach," another said.
While others wrote: "It's good for the family - and we recommend it to others."
Another praised it as a "lovely spot - arcades, sandy beaches, little funfair. Lots to do with the family - clean and tidy - easy parking. Welsh seaside fun."
