Rhyl Prestatyn & Abergele Journal

The Journal stands out as the premier weekly newspaper serving Rhyl, Prestatyn, and Abergele. It boasts the largest free distribution and the greatest readership among weekly publications in the region. Known for being the first to report local news in Rhyl and Prestatyn, The Journal has earned a strong reputation for generating results for advertisers in the area. As the sole free publication in Abergele, Rhuddlan, and St. Asaph, it reaches homes that other local newspapers do not. Each issue is filled with valuable information, local stories, sports coverage, and advertisements, all presented in vibrant full color on every page.

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New wildflower meadow takes shape at Denbighshire nature reserve

2 days ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Gavin Engelbrecht

The habitat at Rhuddlan Nature Reserve is expected to benefit pollinators and contribute to ongoing conservation work in the area. Denbighshire Countryside Services has partnered with the Rhuddlan Reserve Management Advisory Group to deliver the wildflower meadow, continuing a collaboration that began in 2011. Over the years, the nature reserve has had several site developments, making it a haven for nature and the community.
St Asaph pupils enjoy hands-on learning during visit to nearby allotment

2 days ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Gavin Engelbrecht

4 1/1 Pupils from a primary school near St Asaph enjoyed a hands-on learning experience during a visit to a nearby allotment. The Innovators class from Ysgol Cefn Meiriadog spent the day exploring the Bodelwyddan site on June 18 as part of their termly topic, Garddio Gyda’n Gilydd (Gardening Together). During the visit, pupils were given a tour by committee members and learned about the wide range of plants, fruits, and vegetables grown at the allotments.
Alwen Williams appointed new Chief Executive of North Wales CJC

3 days ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Gavin Engelbrecht

Her appointment follows five years of leading the region's Growth Deal as portfolio director at the CJC - known as Ambition North Wales. The CJC is a new regional local government organisation, created by the Welsh Government, with statutory responsibility for producing a regional transport plan, regional strategic development plan, and enhancing and promoting regional economic well-being.
Rhyl attracts hundreds of music fans for Northern Soul night

4 days ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Matt Warner

The unique combination of classic Northern Soul music and 1891’s fabulous menu and location, saw customers travelling from Manchester, Liverpool and Stoke-on-Trent for the Denbighshire Leisure Limited (DLL) organised evening.
New free soft play is coming to SC2 Rhyl this summer

5 days ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Matt Warner

‘free to use’ soft play is coming to SC2 Rhyl this summer. (Image: DLL) A NEW ‘free to use’ soft play is coming to SC2 Rhyl this summer, alongside the popular dinosaur adventure soft play and Ninja TAG arena already at the attraction. With two soft plays and a Ninja TAG arena, plus the indoor waterpark opening this summer, SC2 is fast becoming the ultimate hub of fun on the North Wales coast.
Rhyl points failure leads North Wales rail line disruption

1 week ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Anwen Parry

Disruption between Chester and Llandudno Junction is expected until 10.30am on Saturday (June 14) while the service recovers, National Rail said. Passengers have been told that trains running between Chester and Flint could be delayed by up to 30 minutes or cancelled. Transport for Wales said a points failure in Rhyl had left all lines blocked.
Young North Wales musicians invited to compete for share of £4,000

1 week ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Alex Whilding

Entries are now open for the second Pendine Young Musician of Wales competition, taking place during the 2025 North Wales International Music Festival at St Asaph Cathedral from September 11 to 20. The competition is open to instrumentalists and singers aged under 21 as of January 1 this year, who are either born or living in Wales, or Welsh nationals living abroad.
£20m plan for Rhyl's future unveiled at first stakeholder workshop

1 week ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Alex Whilding

Rhyl Neighbourhood Board gathered business owners, politicians, charities, council officers, health representatives, and other key figures for its first 'thematic workshop' at the town's rugby club. The meeting saw up to 40 stakeholders, including representatives from Denbighshire County Council, North Wales Police, and the retail, hospitality, and housing sectors, discuss potential investment and development areas.
New restaurant is opening at ‘picturesque’ venue in St Asaph | Rhyl Journal

1 week ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Matthew Chandler

New restaurants are opening at holiday parks in St Asaph and Ruthin.
Jobs fair in Llangollen hailed a success as job seekers land interviews

1 week ago | rhyljournal.co.uk | Alex Whilding

Organised by Working Denbighshire, the event connected job seekers with organisations offering employment, training, and volunteering opportunities, with some attendees already progressing to interviews. Councillor Jason McLellan, leader of Denbighshire County Council and lead member for economic growth and tackling deprivation, said: "This jobs fair highlights the strength and spirit of our local community.