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The Irish Sun
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
UK beachfront waterpark to open new soft play this summer and it's free to visit
A NEW free-to-visit soft play is opening at a waterpark this year in time for summer. SC2 waterpark was forced to close back in 2023, but has confirmed they would finally be Advertisement 6 A new soft play is opening at a UK waterpark this summer Credit: Instagram 6 SC2 waterpark has been closed since 2023 Credit: Google maps And ahead of the reopening, a new soft play is opening inside as well. The new kids attraction is part of the Rainforest Diner, with the soft play also rainforest themed. Inside the two-storey climbing structure will have nets and tunnels to explore. Jamie Groves, managing director of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd ( (DLL), said: 'We are bringing a free, brand new soft play to SC2 this Summer , ensuring maximum fun and play opportunities. Advertisement Read more on waterpark "This Summer is going to the our biggest and best one yet." Guests can opt for coffee with Costa as well as ice cream from Red Boat Gelato at the cafe, as well as snacks such as pizza and burgers. The new rainforest soft play is alongside a larger dinosaur soft play and a Ninja TAG adventure course. But the main attraction is the indoor waterpark which is set to reopen next month. Advertisement Most read in News Travel But from July 5, families will be able to visit the waterpark once again. TUI resort next door to giant waterpark 6 The waterpark also has an outdoor splash park Credit: sc2rhyl Inside is a huge indoor pool along with flume rides. Advertisement This includes the Boomerang, where guests can whizz down on a rubber ring, as well as The Anaconda, the fastest ride in the waterpark. Or there is the Speedster, where guests can race each other to the bottom. For younger kids, there is the Piranha Play area with smaller slides, water cannons and wheels. And when the weather is good, there is also an outdoor splash pad with fountains and pools. Advertisement Jamie Groves, managing director at Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said: "Everyone at DLL is extremely excited to see our flagship attraction reopening. The damage to the roof was extensive, but we were never going to let that get us down. 6 The new soft play joins the current dinosaur themed one Credit: Instagram 6 There is also a Nina Tag adventure course inside Credit: Google maps "SC2 is the jewel in Advertisement "We know how important SC2 is to Rhyl, and we were determined to come back bigger and better than before. Tickets start from £11.50 for adults, which includes an hour access while kids are £9. Under 1s cost £1.95, while the Ninja Tag and soft play also cost extra. In the mean time, here is the Advertisement And we've rounded up the 6 The waterpark is reopening next month Credit: Google maps
The Irish Sun
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Closed UK waterpark to FINALLY reopen after shutting 17 months ago
A POPULAR waterpark that was forced to close in 2023 has revealed plans to finally reopen this year - with some new areas for guests. The SC2 waterpark in Rhyl, Wales, shut back in December 2023 after devastating storms. 3 SC2 waterpark in Rhyl, Wales, was forced to shut back in December 2023 after devastating storms Credit: Instagram 3 It will reopen on July 5 will new additions including a free play area Credit: Instagram Now, the waterpark has confirmed they will be reopening next month on Friday, July 5. It will also have new additions, including a adventure play structure inside the Rainforest Diner. The diner will have an updated menu, too. Visitors can also enjoy a selection of gelato ice creams at the attraction. Read more on waterparks Online bookings for the Jamie Groves, managing director at Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, said: "Everyone at DLL is extremely excited to see our flagship attraction reopening. The damage to the roof was extensive, but we were never going to let that get us down. "SC2 is the jewel in Rhyl's crown and our priority was to re-open the attraction as soon as we possibly could. "We know how important SC2 is to Rhyl, and we were determined to come back bigger and better than before. Most read in News Travel "As one of the Denbighshire's biggest employers, we are proud to have recently taken on another 30 people at SC2, and will be reopening with an exciting team, who can't wait to give everyone the very best customer experiences. "This year, we want to give visitors and residents a summer of fun and happy memories at SC2, and we can't wait to see you all in July, with exclusive discounts for locals as a thank you for their support while we were closed!" Huge AquaCity waterpark in Poprad People have praised the update, with one saying: "Fantastic news!" The waterpark first welcomed visitors back in April 2019 and features slides such as the Boomerang, Anaconda and Speedster. Costing £15million to build, for little ones, there is also the Piranha Play area. In total, DLL runs eight leisure centres. Here is also the Plus, the 3 Tickets can be purchased online from today Credit: Instagram
Rhyl Journal
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Rhyl's SC2 re-opening after 17 months: All you need to know
SC2 was forced to shut after its roof sustained significant damage during devastating storms in December 2023. Now, the attraction is scheduled to reopen on Friday, July 5 with special discounts for residents from the area and a brand-new free play area. A new adventure play structure has been installed inside the Rainforest Diner, alongside a refreshed Rainforest-themed menu. Guests can also enjoy a selection of gelato ice creams from Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL)'s new partner, Red Boat. A statement from DLL said: "Unfortunately, due to storm damage to the roof at SC2, the waterpark has been closed for over a year. The repair work required was extensive, but the final touches are now being confirmed and the DLL team have pulled out all the stops to get the waterpark back open ready for the start of July. "All your favourite flumes are back, with the huge Anaconda, Boomerang and Speedster slides for thrill-seekers, as well as the Piranha Play for the little ones. MORE NEWS "Of course, the Ninja TAG arena and dinosaur themed Adventure Soft Play will also be open alongside the Adventure Play café with Costa being served throughout the site." Online bookings for the indoor waterpark are set re-open today (Tuesday, June 10). The statement added: "We will also have a fabulous local loyalty discount available for local residents to use after 4pm every weekend and throughout the school summer holidays." Jamie Groves, Managing Director at DLL, said: 'Everyone at DLL is extremely excited to see our flagship attraction reopening. The damage to the roof was extensive, but we were never going to let that get us down. "SC2 is the jewel in Rhyl's crown and our priority was to re-open the attraction as soon as we possibly could. We know how important SC2 is to Rhyl, and we were determined to come back bigger and better than before. "As one of the Denbighshire's biggest employers, we are proud to have recently taken on another 30 people at SC2, and will be reopening with an exciting team, who can't wait to give everyone the very best customer experiences. "This year, we want to give visitors and residents a summer of fun and happy memories at SC2, and we can't wait to see you all in July, with exclusive discounts for locals as a thank you for their support while we were closed." The £15million water park first welcomed visitors in April 2019. The water park features slides such as the Boomerang, Anaconda and Speedster and younger visitors can enjoy the Piranha Play area. The outdoor Splash Pad will re-open at a later date. A spokesperson for DLL said: "We're working hard to get the Splash Pad ready for in time for the summer holidays. Keep an eye on our social pages for the latest updates." DLL runs eight leisure centres, as well as other sites including the SC2 water park in Rhyl, the 1891 bar and restaurant in Rhyl and Ruthin Craft Centre and its Cafe R eatery.
