Rhyl Tourist Information Centre

22/11/2024

Unfortunately, the Christmas Lights Switch-on scheduled for tomorrow in Rhyl has been cancelled in light of the poor weather Storm Bert is expected to bring.

22/11/2024

Enjoy a Christmas Celebration in Dyserth on Saturday, 7th December at the Community Hall from 11.00am until 3.00pm.

Entry if free, and you'll find lots of festive fun, including a visit from a special someone...🎅

****Dyserth Community Hall Christmas
Celebration ***********

******FREE ENTRY*******

*** Best turkey baps from Dyserth Butchers****
*** Lots of local Christmas stalls***
*** Festive Entertainment **
*** FREE Father Christmas and gift ****
*** FREE Face painting***
*** Raffle - and more

Come and join us to kick start your Christmas !

11am-3pm Saturday 7th December

22/11/2024

As it's Wales Ambassador Week, we thought you'd like to know more about the Wales Coast Path and the three fantastic National Trails in Wales: A great way to learn is by taking the Denbighshire Tourism Ambassadors course - it's free, and now contains a module al about these wonderful walking routes.

In addition to learning about the trails, you'll also find lots of interesting modules:
Welcome to Denbighshire,
Denbighshire Towns and the City,
Walking in Denbighshire,
Cycling in Denbighshire,
History & Heritage in Denbighshire,
Welsh Language and Culture,
Arts in Denbighshire,
Food Tourism,
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal World Heritage Site,
Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape,
Coastal Denbighshire,
Sustainable Tourism in Denbighshire,
and The Vale of Clwyd.

Then, once you've completed the Denbighshire course, look for the ones covering our neighbours in North East Wales: Flintshire and Wrexham.

And if that wasn't enough, you can even learn about Conwy, Gwynedd, Eryri National Park, Anglesey, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire, and Blaenau Gwent in their own Ambassador programmes and take the Wales Cultural Ambassador course too.

Best of all, these courses are all free. https://www.ambassador.wales/

22/11/2024

SCHOOL CLOSURES, 8.27am, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd (UPDATED)

There are several schools closed in two of the three counties of North East Wales. All reported closures are caused by weather conditions.
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Denbighshire:

Ysgol Bro Famau - The Llanarmon-yn-Iâl site is closed today due to icy conditions - all year groups need to go to Llanferres.

Ysgol Pendref

Ysgol Henllan

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Flintshire:

Ysgol Trelogan

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Wrexham County Borough:

No reported closures

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Parents should be contacted about school closures, but if your journey takes you through any of these areas please check travel conditions before you leave.

We’ll monitor school and road closures and update this post if needed.

21/11/2024

A Christmas Fair will be held in Holy Trinity Church, Rhyl (in the grounds of St. Thomas' Church) on Saturday, December 14th, between 10.00am - 2.00pm.

21/11/2024

SCHOOL CLOSURES, 9.10am, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21st (UPDATED)

There are several schools closed in the three counties of North East Wales. All reported closures are caused by weather conditions.

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Denbighshire:

Ysgol Gellifor
Ysgol Llanbedr
Ysgol Pen Barras
Ysgol Bro Elwern
Ysgol Bryn Clwyd
Ysgol Dyffryn Iâl
Ysgol Twm o'r Nant
Ysgol Pant Pastynog
Ysgol Bro Cinmeirch
Ysgol Betws Gwerfil Goch
Ysgol Cefn Meiriadog
Ysgol Carreg Emlyn
Ysgol Bro Famau
Ysgol Henllan
Ysgol Pendref
Ysgol Plas Cefndy Stepping Stones South
Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn
St. Brigid's School
Ysgol Brynhyfryd

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Flintshire:

Ysgol Trelogan

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Wrexham County Borough:

Ysgol Acrefair

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In addition, the following schools are closed in Conwy County Borough:

Canolfan Addysg Penmaenrhos Education Centre
Canolfan Addysg Penrhos Avenue Education Centre
Ysgol Bryn Elian
Ysgol Cynfran
Ysgol Eirias
Ysgol Swn y Don
Ysgol T Gwynn Jones
Ysgol Talhaiarn
Ysgol Y Plas

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Parents should be contacted about school closures, but if your journey takes you through any of these areas please check travel conditions before you leave.
We’ll monitor school and road closures and update this post if needed.

20/11/2024

Casting announcement from DLL for this year's Pavilion Pantomime "Cinderella".

To book: https://rhylpavilion.co.uk/events_list/cinderella/

DLL Announces Cast Change for This Year’s Pantomime at Rhyl Pavilion Theatre
DLL (Denbighshire Leisure Ltd) is thrilled to welcome comedian and talented actor John Thomson to the Panto this Christmas.

John Thomson, best known for his role in the beloved series Cold Feet, The Fast Show, Men Behaving Badly, 24 Hour Party People, The Brothers Grimsby and Coronation Street, is excited to step into the role of the Baron.

DLL has announced that Beverley Callard will no longer be able to perform the role of the Wicked Stepmother in this year’s Christmas pantomime at the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre due to an injury.

Beverley said: “I have an unexpected shoulder injury and have to have surgery which means I’m sadly not going to be able to perform in this year’s panto which I’m devastated about. It’s a great fun cast, and I was so looking forward to working with them all. It will be a great show.”

Rehearsals for the pantomime begin this Friday, in preparation for the opening night on December 7th , and runs until December 31st.

Jamie Groves, Managing Director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said: “Everyone at DLL is sad to hear this news and would like to wish Beverley a speedy recovery. Beverley Callard is a fantastic talent, her presence will be greatly missed, and we wish her all the best. In the meantime, we are thrilled to welcome comedian and talented actor John Thomson to the theatre, and we look forward to a wonderful panto season.”

Tickets for this festive treat are available now! Grab your tickets via the Rhyl Pavilion website or by calling the box office at 01745 330000.

20/11/2024

There will be a Winter Fair at St. Kentigern's Hospice, St. Asaph, on Saturday 23rd November 2024 from 10.00am until 3.00pm.

Expect a day of family fun. Lots of activities for all the family to enjoy. Caffi Cariad will also be offering a selection of festive food and drink to keep you warm.

You will also find many local businesses showcasing their gifts and crafts. All this whilst you soak up an array of entertainment throughout the day.

Lots of fun activities and special guests to keep the children entertained.

20/11/2024

⭐UPDATE, 9.45am: This route is now running as scheduled.
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PUBLIC TRANSPORT INFORMATION, 08.22am, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20th.

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Arriva Buses Wales have indicated the following service disruption:

Services 51/51B: Rhyl - Denbigh - Rhyl:

Due to current road conditions Rhyl services 51/51B are currently unable to serve Denbigh High Street or St Asaph Business Park.

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We’ll monitor public transport information and update this post if needed.

20/11/2024

SCHOOL CLOSURES, 8.38am, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20th. (UPDATED)

There are several schools closed in the three counties of North East Wales. All reported closures are caused by weather conditions.

Denbighshire:

Ysgol Trefnant
Ysgol Llanbedr
Ysgol Henllan. The Breakfast Club is closed today (20 November). The school is open for all pupils from 8:45am.
Ysgol Pant Pastynog
Ysgol Dyffryn Iâl
Ysgol Cefn Meiriadog
Ysgol Bro Famau. The sites at Llanferres and Llanarmon-yn-Iâl are closed.
Ysgol Caer Drewyn. The school is closed to pupils in Nursery, Year 5 and Year 6. The school is open to all other year groups.

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Flintshire:
Rhosesmor, Ysgol Rhos Helyg
Nannerch V.C. Primary School
Treuddyn, Ysgol Terrig

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Wrexham County Borough:

Brynteg CP
Minera Church in Wales Voluntary Aided School
Penygelli CP
St Mary's School Church in Wales Voluntary Aided School, Brymbo
The Maelor School
Ysgol Bro Alun
Ysgol Bryn Tabor
Ysgol I.D. Hooson
Ysgol Penrhyn
Ysgol Y Grango

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Parents should be contacted about school closures, but if your journey takes you through any of these areas please check travel conditions before you leave.

We’ll monitor school and road closures and update this post if needed.

19/11/2024

The switch-on of Rhyl’s Christmas Lights will take place on Saturday, November 23rd, with a fun-filled family event on the High Street which starts at 2.00pm.

Organised by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL), a programme of events has been arranged to celebrate the day and start the build-up to the town’s festive celebrations.

There will also be festive and fun songs and games courtesy of DJ, Paul Crawford. Themed stilt walkers, a face painter, a balloon modeller, Rhyl Youth Marching Band, and the Mind Ukulele and Singers Group will join in the fun.

Turning on the lights will be cast members of Rhyl’s Christmas pantomime, Cinderella, and Rhyl Town Mayor Councillor Cheryl Williams.

Jamie Groves, managing director of DLL, said: “We're thrilled to partner with Rhyl Town Council to offer a weekend of free entertainment for families in Rhyl!
"We believe that bringing our community together is especially important during the holiday season.
"Join us in celebrating the festive season with the Christmas Light Switch-On, on Saturday, followed by some entertainment at the theatre with the Christmas Pops Concert on Sunday—a perfect way to kick off the Christmas spirit with your family and friends!”

Mayor of Rhyl, Councillor Cheryl Williams, added: “Tis the season to launch the Christmas Lights display in Rhyl, so come along to see Rhyl Town Centre’s glittering illuminations, a vibrant and shimmering spectacle.
"An afternoon to celebrate the countdown to Christmas and the opportunity to enjoy free high street activities and music with a host of entertainers and stars from this year’s pantomime.”

19/11/2024

Rhuddlan, Carols around the Tree.
Saturday, December 21st, from 5.00pm.

Free mulled wine and refreshments, and a visit from Santa!

Meet at the Community Centre (Parliament Street)
Everyone Welcome!

19/11/2024

Prestatyn Christmas Lights Switch-On, Friday, November 29th.
Lower High Street, Prestatyn, from 1.00pm.

Featuring Prestatyn and Meliden schools showcasing Christmas Carols in both English and Welsh.

1.15pm - Ysgol Clawd Offa
1.30pm - Prestatyn High School
1.45pm - Ysgol Melyd
2pm - Ysgol Y Llys
2.15pm - Ysgol Penmorfa
2.30pm - Ysgol Bodnant

19/11/2024

SCHOOL CLOSURES, 8.35am, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19th. (UPDATED)

There are several schools closed in the three counties of North East Wales. All reported closures are caused by weather conditions.

Denbighshire:

Clocaenog, Ysgol Carreg Emlyn
Llandegla, Ysgol Dyffryn Iâl
Ysgol Betws Gwerfil Goch
Ruthin, Ysgol Brynhyfryd (including Ysgol Plas Cefndy Stepping Stones South)
Ysgol Bro Famau (The sites in Llanferes and Llanarmon are closed.)
Denbigh, Ysgol Pant Pastynog
Ysgol Pen Barras (Reception and Nursery classes ONLY closed for today, classes Years 1 to 6 remain open.)

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Flintshire:

Penyffordd, Ysgol Bryn Garth
Treuddyn, Ysgol Terrig
Buckley, Westwood Community Primary School
Buckley, Mountain Lane Primary School
Argoed High School
Buckley, Elfed High School
Hawarden High School
Bryn Tirion (Plas Derwen)
Buckley, Southdown Primary School
Connahs Quay High School
Alun School
Sealand C.P. School
Ysgol Maes Garmon
Caerwys, Ysgol yr Esgob
Mynydd Isa, Ysgol Mynydd Isa
Cilcain, Ysgol y Foel
Trelogan, Ysgol Trelogan
Gronant, Ysgol Gronant
Flint, St Richard Gwyn Catholic High School
Whitford, Ysgol y Llan Church in Wales Voluntary Aided Primary School
Hawarden, Penarlag Primary School
Flint High School
Penyffordd, Ysgol Penyffordd
Northop Hall C.P. School
Mold, Ysgol Gymraeg Glanrafon
Mold, St Davids Catholic Primary School
Hope, Ysgol Estyn
Saltney, Wood Memorial C.P. School
Brynford, Ysgol Brynffordd
Queensferry Primary School
Ysgol Treffynnon
Hope, Castell Alun High School
Shotton, St. Ethelwolds Church in Wales Voluntary Aided School
Hawarden Village Church School
Mold, Bryn Gwalia
Holywell, Ysgol Maes y Felin
Penyffordd, Ysgol Bryn Garth
Connahs Quay, Bryn Deva
Saltney, St Anthonys Catholic Primary School
Carmel, Ysgol Bro Carmel
Drury Primary School
Connahs Quay, Wepre Primary School
Lixwm Primary School
Nannerch V.C. Primary School
Northop, Ysgol Owen Jones
Nercwys, St. Marys Nercwys Church in Wales
Shotton, Venerable Edward Morgan Catholic Primary
Leeswood, Ysgol Derwenfa
Greenfield, Ysgol Maesglas
Mold, Ysgol Bryn Coch
Abermorddu C.P. School
Rhosesmor, Ysgol Rhos Helyg
Broughton Primary School
Sychdyn Primary School
Holywell, Ysgol Gwenffrwd
Gwernymynydd C.P. School
Gwespyr Picton, Ysgol Mornant
Flint, Cornist Park School
Gwernaffield, Ysgol y Waun
Higher Kinnerton, Derwen Foundation Primary School
Saltney Ferry C.P. School
Holywell, St Winefrides Catholic Primary School
Rhosesmor, Ysgol Rhos Helyg

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Wrexham County Borough:

Acton Park Primary School
Alexandra School
Barkers Lane School
Borras Park CP School
Brynteg CP
Darland School
Froncysyllte CP
Garth CP
Gwenfro Primary School
Gwersyllt CP
Hafod y Wern Primary School
Holt CP
Minera Church in Wales Voluntary Aided School
Pentre Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Penygelli CP
Rhosddu School
Rhosnesni High School
St Joseph's Catholic and Anglican High School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's School Church in Wales Voluntary Aided School, Brymbo
St Peter's Church in Wales Primary School
St. Giles' Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Primary School
The Maelor School
Wat's D**e CP School

Parents should be contacted about school closures, but if your journey takes you through any of these areas please check travel conditions before you leave.

We’ll monitor school and road closures and update this post if needed.

18/11/2024

The children of Rhyl’s Little Theatre are presenting a concert at St. Thomas’ Church, Rhyl, to raise funds for both the church and the theatre.

Join this group of talented youngsters for a musical celebration of Christmas on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th December, 2024, at 7.00pm.

Tickets available at www.rhyllittletheatre.co.uk

15/11/2024

Bus Service Information – Christmas & New Year
Arriva Buses Wales have published the details of their services in North Wales & Chester over the festive period:

🚌 Christmas Eve
Normal service until approximately 6pm to 7pm when buses will begin to run in.
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🚌 Christmas Day and Boxing Day
No service.
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🚌 27th December
Saturday Service.
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🚌 27th to 30th December
Normal Service.
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🚌 New Year’s Eve
Normal service until approximately 6pm to 7pm when buses will begin to run in.
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🚌 New Year’s Day
No Services.
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🚌 Normal service will resume from Thursday 2nd January 2025

For information on public transport over Christmas & New Year, visit https://www.traveline.cymru/

15/11/2024

Train Service Information – Christmas & New Year.

The train providers serving the North Wales – Chester line have published the details of their services over the festive period:

🚂 TRANSPORT FOR WALES.
Some engineering and re-signalling work will impact services travelling to and from North Wales and Chester:

🚂 Monday 23rd December
Late night engineering work will be taking place between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester. As a result:
21:09 Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly service will terminate at Chester, with road replacement transport between Chester and Manchester Piccadilly.
23:20 Manchester Airport to Holyhead service, will start at Chester. Road replacement transport will run between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester, leaving Manchester Piccadilly earlier at 22:20 to connect into the train at Chester.
00:26 (Tue) Manchester Piccadilly to Chester service is cancelled and replaced with road transport.
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🚂 Tuesday 24th December - Christmas Eve
Late night engineering work will be taking place between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester. As a result, the 21:09 Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly service will now terminate at Shrewsbury with no replacement road transport in place.
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🚂 Wednesday 25th December - Christmas Day
No Transport for Wales service.
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🚂 Thursday 26th December - Boxing Day
No Transport for Wales service.
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🚂 Friday 27th December
Major re-signalling work in the Crewe area will mean the following service changes:

Manchester Piccadilly services will start / terminate at Shrewsbury, with road replacement transport in place between Shrewsbury and Stockport. Ticket acceptance will be in place at Stockport for passengers wishing to travel to Manchester Piccadilly.

Crewe to Chester / Shrewsbury shuttles are cancelled with road replacement transport in place.

North Wales Coast services will now start / terminate at Chester with road replacement transport between Chester and Crewe.
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🚂 Saturday 28th December
Major re-signalling work in the Crewe area will mean the following service changes:

Northbound services from south Wales to Manchester Piccadilly will run to Shrewsbury, then will be diverted via Wrexham and Chester and will terminate at Crewe.

Southbound services from Manchester Piccadilly to south Wales will start at Crewe and will then be diverted via Chester and Wrexham, resuming their normal service at Shrewsbury.

A shuttle train service will operate between Crewe and Manchester Piccadilly all day at the usual times.

Buses will replace trains between Shrewsbury and Crewe via Wem and Nantwich.
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🚂 Sunday 29th December
Major re-signalling work in the Crewe area will mean the following service changes:

Northbound services from south Wales to Manchester Piccadilly will run to Shrewsbury, then will be diverted via Wrexham and Chester and will terminate at Crewe.

Southbound services from Manchester Piccadilly to south Wales will start at Crewe and will then be diverted via Chester and Wrexham, resuming their normal service at Shrewsbury.

A shuttle train service will operate between Crewe and Manchester Piccadilly all day at the usual times.

Buses will replace trains between Shrewsbury and Crewe calling at stations via Wem and Nantwich.
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🚂 Monday 30th December
Major re-signalling work in the Crewe area will mean the following service changes:

Northbound services from south Wales to Manchester Piccadilly will run to Shrewsbury, then will be diverted via Wrexham and Chester and will terminate at Crewe.

Southbound services from Manchester Piccadilly to south Wales will start at Crewe and will then be diverted via Chester and Wrexham, resuming their normal service at Shrewsbury.

A shuttle train service will operate between Crewe and Manchester Piccadilly all day at the usual times.

Buses will replace trains between Shrewsbury and Crewe via Wem and Nantwich.

Due to early morning engineering work in the Newport area, the 05:30 Hereford to Cardiff Central service is cancelled and will be replaced by a bus.

Due to late night engineering work between Chester and Warrington Bank Quay, all services will have buses connecting into and out of services between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester from 20:58 onwards, and between Chester and Liverpool Lime Street from 22:01 onwards.
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🚂 Tuesday 31st December - New Year's Eve
Train services will finish earlier than normal on New Year's Eve.

Major re-signalling work in the Crewe area will mean the following service changes:

Northbound services from south Wales to Manchester Piccadilly will run to Shrewsbury, then will be diverted via Wrexham and Chester and will terminate at Crewe.

Southbound services from Manchester Piccadilly to south Wales will start at Crewe and will then be diverted via Chester and Wrexham, resuming their normal service at Shrewsbury.

A shuttle train service will operate between Crewe and Manchester Piccadilly all day at the usual times.

Buses will replace trains between Shrewsbury and Crewe via Wem and Nantwich.

Due to early morning engineering work between Chester and Warrington Bank Quay, all services will have buses connecting into and out of services between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester until 05:31.
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🚂 Wednesday 1st January 2025 - New Year's Day
Early morning engineering work will be taking place between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street. As a result, until approximately 10:30, Transport for Wales services will terminate at / start back from Wolverhampton, and will not run to or from Birmingham New Street or Birmingham International. You can use other train operator services to complete your journey.
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🚂 Thursday 2nd January
Due to late night engineering work between Chester and Warrington Bank Quay, all services will have buses connecting into and out of services between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester from 20:58 onwards, and between Chester and Liverpool Lime Street from 22:01 onwards.
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🚂 AVANTI WEST COAST.
Some engineering and re-signalling work will impact services travelling to and from North Wales and Chester:
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🚂 Saturday 21st December
Normal Saturday service.
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🚂 Sunday 22nd December
Normal Sunday service.
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🚂 Monday 23rd December
Normal service.
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🚂 Tuesday 24th December - Christmas Eve
Services will begin to close down early, from 16:00 onwards.
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🚂 Wednesday 25th December - Christmas Day
No Avanti West Coast service.
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🚂 Thursday 26th December - Boxing Day
No Avanti West Coast service.
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🚂 Friday 27th December
Services will start running later than usual in the morning
North Wales Coast route: A very limited service between Holyhead and Chester only.
There’s a reduced timetable on all Avanti West Coast routes. No trains will run to or from Crewe on Friday 27 December.
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🚂 Saturday 28th December
There’s a reduced timetable on all Avanti West Coast routes
North Wales Coast route: Trains will operate between Holyhead and Crewe only.
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🚂 Sunday 29th December
There’s a reduced timetable on all Avanti West Coast routes
North Wales Coast route: Trains will operate between Holyhead and Crewe only.
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🚂 Monday 30th December
There’s a reduced timetable on all Avanti West Coast routes.
North Wales Coast route: Trains will operate between Holyhead and Crewe only.
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🚂 Tuesday 31st December - New Year's Eve
On New Year’s Eve (31 December), trains will stop running earlier than usual in the evening
There’s a reduced timetable on all Avanti West Coast route.
North Wales Coast route: Trains will operate between Holyhead and Crewe only.
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🚂 Wednesday 1st January 2025 - New Year's Day
Engineering work will be continuing in the Crewe area.
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An amended train service will run on New Year's Day.
North Wales Coast route: Trains will operate between Holyhead and Crewe only.
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🚂 Thursday 2nd January
There’s a slightly reduced timetable on some Avanti West Coast routes.

For information on public transport over Christmas & New Year, visit https://www.traveline.cymru/