09-05-2025
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- Rhyl Journal
‘Beach of Dreams' event to come to Abergele– what to expect
The Beach of Dreams initiative is making its way to the region on May 10 as part of a nationwide coastal walk dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of the natural environment.
This Saturday, Beach of Dreams will create an eye-catching display at Colwyn Bay beach through the medium of art, including its signature hand-dyed pennants that represent towns and communities across the country.
The art installation will show 700 pennants, each one symbolising a part of the coastline, including Pensarn beach.
On May 10 at 9am, Cllr John Jones will kick things off by running along the stretch of coast from Pensarn beach to Old Colwyn promenade, carrying the town's bespoke pennant, crafted by the Beach of Dreams resident artists.
Cllr Jones said: 'I'm honoured to carry the pennant for our town, and proud to represent our community and support for the inspirational Beach of Dreams initiative.'
In Old Colwyn, at 11am, Cllr Jones will join the procession of pennants as the parade makes its way along the promenade to Colwyn Bay, where the town's pennant will join the art installation.
At approximately 12pm, Mayor of Abergele, Cllr Tracey Brennan, will take a turn on the stage at the eco-zone by Porth Eirias, to share her thoughts about Pensarn beach, reflecting on what it means to the community.
Leading up to the big day, residents shared their fond memories and hopes for Pensarn Beach, and contributed to a digital photo gallery.
Schoolchildren also got involved, with Ysgol Sant Elfod, Ysgol St George, and Ysgol Glan Gele pupils enjoying a mythical tale inspired by waterways, learning about the rich ecosystem of the Pensarn shingle beach, creating their own batik pennants, and searching for and identifying the vegetation and wildlife that grow and make their homes there.
Cllr Brennan said: 'Come along to cheer on Cllr Jones and to see our bespoke pennant, inspired by the memories and photographs that were shared by our community members.
'With 700 pennants in place, the art installation is sure to be absolutely stunning, and the event will spark important conversations and spur on actions to protect our coastline for future generations.'
