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.
The entire section will be scaffolded from the top all the way underneath, supported by a further two 18-metre girders.
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A new gate is also being erected at the front of the entrance, to welcome visitors to the pier.
The development works, which were due to take place shortly before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, will cost almost £1million, and has been funded by Tir Prince Leisure Group, which owns and operates it.
It was the pier’s original entrance when it first opened in 1877.
Scaffolding will be erected next week so that the main beams of the entrance can be put up.
Mr Williams said this project represents a “huge investment” by Tir Prince Leisure Group.
He said: “This will be only the second time in the pier’s history, and the first time in the past 50 years, where the original pier will be separated from the headland.
“There will be a display on the pier side informing the works to be carried out and the progress which is being made.
“Once complete, we will be looking at adding additional food and beverage offerings, including café/bar/outside seating, which will enhance the Happy Valley entrance and this section of the pier.
“We will continue to keep the general public updated as the project progresses.”
The Grade II listed Victorian pier is the longest in Wales, measuring about 700 metres.
Meanwhile, 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 email Paulwilliams@llandudnopier.com.
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