Mural for new seawall shows heart of resort

'INCREDIBLE' RESPONSE FOR CONTRIBUTIONS

- By OWEN HUGHES Chief Reporter

A SEAWALL built as part of new flood defences will be transformed at a seaside town. Working on behalf of Denbighshire County Council, Balfour Beatty's redevelopment of the East Parade in Rhyl included removing the old promenade and sea walls.

The new prom was widened and raised to provide protection and for improved pedestrian and cyclist access, with a concrete-stepped revetment constructed to reduce flooding risk - protecting over 600 properties in Central Rhyl.

Now a mural will be be created to span up to 60 precast units, printed on durable materials such as aluminium to bring a lasting tribute to the town.

Alongside the main installation, workshops with local schools, youth groups and families have helped shape a vibrant mural trail reflecting Rhyl's past, present and future.