Rhyl beach still UK's worst, visitors call it 'a dump'
Rhyl beach in Wales remains ranked the worst in the British Isles, with recent TripAdvisor reviews calling it an 'absolute eyesore' and telling visitors to go elsewhere.
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Rhyl's 'Cursed' Attraction Could Get £5.5m Makeover
Denbighshire Council considers £5.5m from coastal defence savings to revamp Rhyl's Children's Village, aiming to reconnect town centre with seafront and boost tourism.
Rhyl Children's Village Demolition Plans Progress
Rhyl's Children's Village seafront site is set for redevelopment after a £5.5m underspend from a coastal defence scheme was approved for the area, with construction potentially starting next summer.
Thousands to Descend on Rhyl for Biggest Pride Event
Thousands are expected to attend Rhyl's annual Pride celebrations on June 20, with free entry, family-friendly activities, and performances across three venues.
Grooming gang members appeal sentences
Three members of a grooming gang jailed for 81 years in September for sexually abusing teenage girls in Rhyl have lodged appeals against their convictions and sentences.
Person airlifted from Rhyl station with serious injuries
A person was airlifted to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries after falling onto the tracks at Rhyl railway station on Friday afternoon, with the incident not treated as suspicious.
Woman's body found on Rhyl beach; death 'unexpected'
A woman was found dead on Rhyl beach on Sunday morning. Emergency services attended, but she was pronounced dead at the scene. Police are treating the death as unexpected.
Woman's body found on Rhyl beach in North Wales
A woman's body was found on Rhyl beachfront in North Wales on Sunday morning, with police treating the death as unexpected and informing her family and coroner.
Woman's Body Found on Rhyl Beach Front
A woman's body was discovered on the seafront in Rhyl on Sunday, October 25. Police and multiple emergency services responded, and her death is being treated as unexpected.
Rhyl's 'Mr Big' back behind bars after guilty pleas
John Gizzi, known as Rhyl's 'Mr Big', is back behind bars after admitting coercive control, intentional strangulation and failing to disclose a phone PIN.
Man dived through caravan window to flee knife-wielding cousin
A man armed with a knife told his cousin 'this is the worst night of your life' at a Rhyl caravan park, forcing the victim to flee through a window.
Gear stick excuse fails as woman fined for careless driving
Debra Thomas, 46, of Rhyl, was found guilty of careless driving after crashing into a council bin lorry. She claimed her gear stick got stuck, but magistrates fined her £672 and endorsed her licence with seven penalty points.
Grooming gang victim speaks out as five jailed for 81 years
A grooming gang victim has spoken of panic attacks and fear of leaving home after five offenders were jailed for 81 years for abusing three teenage girls in Rhyl.
Grooming gang rapist jailed 30 years after blaming victim’s parents
A grooming gang leader who raped a teenage girl at his home in Rhyl was jailed for 30 years, while a co-offender blamed the victim’s parents for not looking after their children.
Grooming gang jailed 81 years for exploiting teenage girls
Five members of a grooming gang who sexually exploited three teenage girls in Rhyl have been jailed for a total of 81 years. The judge described the victims as 'easy prey'.
Grooming gang jailed 87 years for abusing teen girls
A grooming gang in Rhyl has been jailed for a total of 87 years for trafficking and sexually abusing three teenage girls, aged 14 to 16, between 2022 and 2024.
Concern grows for missing teen believed to be with man
Police have growing concerns for 18-year-old Maisey, missing from Rhyl since Friday, who they believe is with 41-year-old David. She has links to Denbigh and north-east Wales.
Body found on Kinmel Bay beach, police confirm
A body was found on a beach in Kinmel Bay, Rhyl, on August 15. Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious, and the coroner has been informed.
Grooming gang convicted of abusing teen girls in Rhyl
Four men and a woman face jail after being convicted of trafficking, raping, and abusing three teenage girls in Rhyl, Wales, between 2022 and 2024.
Tributes to RNLI volunteer Kyle Simpson who died suddenly at 26
Rhyl RNLI volunteer Kyle Simpson, 26, died suddenly. The station praised his infectious laugh and dedication, lowering flags to half-mast in his memory.
Tributes to RNLI volunteer Kyle Simpson, 26, after sudden death
Tributes have been paid to RNLI volunteer Kyle Simpson, 26, who died suddenly. Rhyl lifeboat station praised his 'cheeky character' and 'infectious laugh'.
Teen and Man Charged with Attempted Murder in Rhyl
A 17-year-old boy and Gareth Marc Griffith, 32, have been charged with attempted murder after a serious assault in Rhyl that left a man in hospital.
Mum's panic as autistic teen vanishes on North Wales holiday
A mother recounts the panic after her missing autistic teen vanished from a North Wales holiday and was found safe in Birmingham nearly three days later.
Man jailed for series of violent attacks in North Wales
Colin Campbell, 24, was jailed for seven and a half years after attacking five strangers in Rhyl and Chester, leaving one victim with life-changing injuries and another fighting for his life.
'Vicious Animal' Attacked Five Strangers, Dad Left with No Memory
Colin Campbell, branded a 'vicious animal' by a judge, attacked five strangers in Rhyl and Chester, leaving two fighting for life. One victim now has little memory of loved ones. Campbell was sentenced to seven and a half years.
Thousands Expected at Rhyl's Biggest Pride Event on June 20
Rhyl, a North Wales seaside town, hosts its biggest Pride event on June 20 with free entry, family-friendly activities, and performances including Britain's Got Talent finalists.
Rhyl Takeaway Rejected Over Obesity Concerns
Denbighshire councillors rejected plans to turn an empty hairdresser in Rhyl into a fried chicken takeaway, citing health board concerns about obesity and wellbeing.
Huge Fire in Rhyl: Thick Black Smoke Seen for Miles
A massive fire in Rhyl produces thick black smoke visible for miles; locals urged to close windows and doors as emergency services respond.
RNLI volunteer Kyle Simpson dies suddenly aged 26
Tributes paid to Rhyl RNLI volunteer Kyle Simpson, 26, who died suddenly. His 'cheeky character' and dedication were praised by the station.
Rhyl locals demand action as seaside town 'needs demolishing'
Rhyl locals describe town as 'full of poo' and a 'ghost town' after decades of decline, with crime double the Welsh average and major attractions lost despite £200m investment.
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