Rhyl's SeaQuarium building being prepared for demolition has led to strong suggestions from locals on its future use.

The building, once bustling with local and visiting families attracted to its sea life exhibits, has been fenced off and is due for demolition in autumn, as confirmed by Denbighshire County Council,

The attraction closed down last November, with its owners pointing to the Central Rhyl Coastal Defences Scheme as the culprit.

Talking about what should take the place of the SeaQuarium building, Gary Dixon said: "Money would be better spent putting rowing boats and paddle boats on marine lake nearest thing to that is Chester."

Whilst Stephen Williams had a different perspective: "Be great if you put a fair there instead, nothing in Rhyl anymore, used to be brilliant years ago!"

Similarly, Debbie Wright proposed: "Bring a decent funfair back then maybe we can attract holiday makers."

Meanwhile, Amanda Parry recalled: "Rhos on sea and Llandudno's paddling pools were packed today, also used them when my family were small.

"Maybe just maybe that could be an idea."

Louise Ratcliffe mentioned: "Such a shame this it was a good little aquarium, my little one loved it, there's going to be nothing left soon."

Some residents offered suggestions focused on children, with Beci Marchbank saying: "Something for the kids and FREE!"

Dani Gourley seconded the sentiment: "What waste, why not do something for the kids, an indoor park or something down the lines for kids?"

Woody Craig Wood commented: "Turn it into an indoor play centre for kids and cafe or ice skating ring."

Sue Payne suggested: "A children's playground would be nice?"

On the other hand, Ned Macguire said: "Could an outdoor market be an option."

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Nevertheless, others were sceptical.

Dave Child offered a less enthusiastic idea: "A pay & display carpark...maybe."

Denise Price seemed resigned: "Nothing in Rhyl as it is just all knocked down or shut."

Lyn Shaw echoed this, indicating a perceived decline of the local area: "I have lived here 3 years and never go to Rhyl unless I have some 1 with me, it’s going downhill fast, even the air show stopped this year that brought people, which is what it needs."

Despite the varied perspectives from locals on what should replace the SeaQuarium, the council's announcement of future demolition implies an imminent decision on the building's replacement.