A “CURSED” attraction in the UK’s “worst seaside town” is set for a £5.5 million revamp in a bid to restore it to its former glory.
The amusement park, opened in the 90s, is located in a dubbed the “Costa del Dole”.
Children’s Village in Rhyl, , could be given a lifeline thanks to a surplus of cash from a sea defence project in the area.
Officials at Denbighshire County Council have said that up to £5.5 million saved on the project could be funnelled into revamping the amusement spot.
Councillors are due to discuss the proposals at a Cabinet meeting tomorrow, October 20.
Children’s Village is not the only attraction to fail to attract tourists to the in recent years.
Others have included the Sky Tower, which shut down in 2010.
This was followed by the closure of The Sun Centre, Europe’s first indoor surfing pool, in 2014, and Seaquarium, which closed in 2023.
This has led some locals to report that the Children’s Village has placed “a curse” on the .
A spokesman for Denbighshire County Council told The Sun: “The Council is considering using the underspend from the Central Rhyl Coastal Defence project to support regeneration and tourism improvements at the Children’s Village.
“The proposals include improved access and landscaping, accessible public spaces, and a flexible space for community activities, with the aim of creating a more welcoming and enjoyable destination and helping to reconnect the town centre with the stunning stretches of coastline and beach. The proposed use of the funding will be discussed by Denbighshire’s Cabinet on 20 October.
“Rhyl is a proud coastal community in transition, responding to the same long-term economic and retail challenges faced by seaside towns and high streets across the country.
“More than £200 million has been invested in Rhyl over the past decade, delivering stronger coastal defences, a renewed promenade, improved housing and public spaces, an upgraded theatre and attractions including SC2, the new Queen’s Market food hall and the events space which has recently been rebranded as Arena , in recognition of one of Rhyl’s best-known ambassadors and most successful musical figures
“That progress continues. Around £12 million from the Pride of Place and Natural Environment Fund is expected to support further improvements to the town centre and promenade, while a further £20 million from the Plan for Neighbourhoods programme will help deliver a 10-year regeneration plan rooted in community voice, creativity, and pride.”
