Llandudno Pier

[SteveH]

LLANDUDNO Pier is to host a month-long programme of live music from the end of this week.

Starting on Friday (August 2), the pier will welcome a number of artists from a range of genres to perform until September 1.

Its line-up can be found below.................

https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24489595.llandudno-pier-host-live-music-august---expect/

[SteveH]

A “FANTASTIC opportunity” has opened up for a new tenant to take on a unit on Llandudno Pier.

Based along the main straight of the pier, close to the pier head, it is available for rent, but will not be open to those wanting to sell food or drink.

Anyone interested in taking the unit on has been asked to contact the pier’s general manager, Paul Williams – he can be emailed at Paulwilliams@llandudnopier.com.

Mr Williams said: “We are looking at the unit close to the pier head.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24652174.new-unit-made-available-rent-llandudno-pier/

[SteveH]

THE Happy Valley entrance to Llandudno Pier should be re-opened “early in the new year” following the completion of ongoing restoration works.

This will involve the replacement of three 16-metre girders, two 10-metre girders, side fencing, and the entire wooden decking from the entrance, all the way up to the ice cream kiosk.

The entire section will be scaffolded from the top all the way underneath, supported by a further two 18-metre girders.

https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24663545.revamped-happy-valley-entrance-llandudno-pier-set-open/

[SteveH]

WORK is continuing on the redevelopment of the Happy Valley entrance to Llandudno Pier, which is set to re-open in early 2025 after being closed for eight years.

Paul Williams, general manager of the pier, said it is anticipated work will be finished by the end of December, and that a special re-opening event will follow soon after.

The pier entrance closed due to structural issues, and the current works involve the replacement of three 16-metre girders, two 10-metre girders, side fencing, and the entire wooden decking from the entrance, all the way up to the ice cream kiosk..............picture...
https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24683648.pictures-progress-llandudno-pier-entrance-redevelopment/

[SteveH]

From wildlife spotters to anglers, day-trippers and cold dippers, Wales' piers are a hive of activity.

In mid Wales, Aberystwyth Royal Pier in Ceredigion attracts both amusement arcade enthusiasts and roosting starlings who draw crowds when they flock to create magnificent murmurations.

In the north, visitors to Bangor Garth Pier are drawn to its art gallery, craft shops and tearoom.

On a sunny day in October, angler Jay Lewis was enjoying the peaceful views over the Severn Estuary on Penarth Pier in the Vale of Glamorgan, south Wales.

Almost 200 miles (321 km) north of Penarth is Wales’ longest pier - Llandudno in the county of Conwy.

Originally 242 ft (72m) long on its opening day in 1858, it was extended in 1877 and now stands at 2,295ft (700m).................

cont https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c93ql4x9djeo

[SteveH]

Social media news..........A 'Go Fund Me' page has been organised by the pier, to help with repair costs, as the pier is not insurable.?

Pier boss hails 'unbelievable' worldwide support but says Victorian kiosks' roofs damaged
Llandudno Pier and buildings wrecked by Storm Darragh as gusts up to 93mph struck North Wales

Pier owner Adam Williams told North Wales Live early today: "It's the morning after. We've had a walk down the pier early doors this morning.

"We managed to get down there though it is still awfully windy down there - reaching still 60mph winds. The underneath - on the face of things - looks like we've survived quite well - a few broken braces etc.

"The roofs are the major part of things - the old lead roofs - of the Victorian, listed (kiosks). That's the most difficult thing we're going to approach now................https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/pier-boss-hails-unbelievable-worldwide-30538950?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[Dave]

That's interesting re the Pier not being insurable. I thought the reason the Bonfire Night fireworks were not launched off the pier was because the insurance company wouldn't allow it.

[SteveH]

Llandudno Pier repairs fundraiser passes £10,000..........

It has so far raised nearly more than £10,000 after more than 500 donations had been made, with some donations in the hundreds of pounds.

The Gofundme reads: "There has been extensive damage caused, this is going to take a long time to repair at great expense.

"Llandudno Pier in our time has never received any grants or government funds towards repairs or maintenance."

https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24782246.llandudno-pier-repairs-fundraiser-passes-10-000/

[Hugo]

Llandudno Pier update on reopening after Storm Darragh battering
Adam Williams spoke about when the historic attraction could fully reopen

https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/llandudno-pier-update-reopening-after-30701706

[Hugo]

Major update on Llandudno Pier repairs after battering during Storm Darragh
'We are looking at opening up the Pier as far as the The Crystal Hut by next weekend'



https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/major-update-llandudno-pier-repairs-30761434

[SteveH]

Update and photos of repair work.......

LLANDUDNO PIER could reopen in some capacity this coming weekend, with most of its businesses to remain closed until February.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24852144.llandudno-pier-repair-work-continues--reopen/

[Hugo]

Llandudno pier issues update on fully reopening the attraction
The pier was damaged in Storm Darragh back in December


https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/llandudno-pier-issues-update-fully-30980613

[Hugo]

Entire length of Llandudno Pier back open for first time since Storm Darragh
The attraction opens just as half term holidays get underway in England



https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/entire-length-llandudno-pier-back-31011758

[Hugo]

2025 sailings for Waverley paddle steamer's visit to North Wales with extra date added
The historic vessel will be calling at Llandudno and Holyhead to mark the 50th anniversary of its preservation
Seven sailings
Thursday, May 29: Morning sailing from Holyhead, arriving in Llandudno at 12.30pm.
Thursday, May 29: In the afternoon, the Waverley will be sailing around the Great Orme and Puffin Island.
Thursday, May 29: Evening departure from Llandudno to the River Mersey.
Friday, May 30: Great Orme and Puffin Island cruise from Llandudno.
Saturday, May 31: Anglesey coast and Great Orme cruise, departing from Llandudno.
Sunday, June 1: Great Orme and Puffin Island cruise, from Llandudno.
Sunday, June 1: Captain’s Choice evening cruise from Holyhead to Llandudno via Moelfre and Puffin Island.

https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/2025-sailings-waverley-paddle-steamers-31097238

[SteveH]

LLANDUDNO Pier has won the National Piers Society’s Pier of the Year award for 2025.

The annual award is voted for by the members of the society, which is the official campaign and lobby organisation representing the interests of Britain’s seaside piers.

Paul Williams, general manager for Llandudno Pier, said he was “overjoyed” at the news, with the pier receiving the award for the first time in 20 years.

He said: “In the past 18 months, a huge investment has been made by our parent company, Tir Prince Leisure Group, in the replacement and repair of several steel piles, bracing and decking.......    https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/25111684.llandudno-pier-named-pier-year-2025/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589