THE site of a former pub in Rhyl is to be used as a community hub for a charity addressing needs such as food shortages, financial guidance, employability, housing, and welfare.

“Big Help Project” plans to open the hub, at 31 Vale Road – formerly The Prince of Wales pub – on Tuesday, September 19.

Its aim is to extend the organisation's community-driven initiatives to assist potential service users in North Wales.

For several years, the charity has helped provide bed and breakfast accommodations to numerous Rhyl residents facing homelessness and seeking assistance from Denbighshire County Council.

Big Help Cymru's community centre in Rhyl is set to serve as a focal point for various service deliveries, including food clubs, drop-in advice services, and wellbeing activities.

External organisations will also have the opportunity to utilise the space at no charge, with staff available on-site, round-the-clock.

Peter Mitchell, chief executive of Big Help Project, said: “We are incredibly proud of our current presence in North Wales and the work that we do alongside Denbighshire County Council.

“This extension of services is the natural next step as we work further towards aiding prospective service users.

“We are very grateful to the Rhyl residents for welcoming us to the area throughout this process.

“Our long-standing relationship with Denbighshire County Council has paved the way for this expansion, allowing us to amplify our commitment to tackling homelessness through partnerships and community engagement.”

Tammy Burgess, head of wellbeing at Big Help Project, added: “Health and wellbeing are an essential part of Big Help’s services whilst addressing some of the most vulnerable people in society, and our extension into Big Help Cymru allows us to provide access to these services on a wider scale.

“The establishment of Hope Wellbeing Hubs and the extension of our Food Club initiative in support of existing local food banks exemplify our dedication to fostering a stronger, better supported community."