Strand Cinema, Rhyl - Coming soon!
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Strand Cinema coming to Rhyl
We're on track for a pre-Christmas opening!
Lease arrangements have been completed with Denbighshire County Council this week to officially hand over the keys to the cinema to Merlin Cinemas!
Geoff Greaves Director of Merlin Cinemas said “We’re working with local authorities to get everything in place so that we can begin improvements to the town’s cinema which will be an ongoing process given the size and complexities of the building. We aim to have the cinema open before Christmas with a choice of the latest blockbusters, as well as older titles, with tickets starting from as little as £2.50.
Seeing a film at the cinema with family or friends is a very different experience to watching the film at home. With the latest digital projection and sound, it is more memorable and offers a sense of occasion. With the additional availability of private hires and school screenings, we are pleased to have the opportunity to re-open this cinema for the people of Rhyl which I believe is a valuable social amenity.”
Leader of Denbighshire County Council, Councillor Jason McLellan said, “This is exciting news to hear the lease has been signed and sealed to allow for the curtains to raise on films once again at this important venue for Rhyl. Hot on the heels of the huge success of the opening of Queen’s Market, this will be another attraction for residents and visitors alike and will be an important part of the catalyst for regeneration in our seaside town. It’s also fantastic to hear how Merlin and the Strand have helped local people find local work opportunities at the cinema, and I hope they really embrace their roles in this exciting industry.
When Strand Cinema opens, I urge residents to come and check out films on the big screen, as well as supporting other leisure facilities in the town – we need everyone to be backing our businesses to ensure their continued success.”
Big thanks to Denbighshire County Council for their support throughout this process.
We're really excited about bringing cinema back to Rhyl! Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates!
Quick FAQs
What will the cinema be called?
The cinema has had a couple of names in the past, but will reopen with the new name STRAND CINEMA.
How can we keep up to date?
Follow us on Facebook!
Will Scala Cinema in Prestatyn be closing?
No! We're comitted to keeping both venues open!
Are we recruiting?
We have already taken on a team. But if this changes we will post on Facebook.
In case you don't know us, here's a bit more about us!
Merlin Cinemas started 35 years ago with a single screen venue in Penzance in Cornwall, and now operates over 20 cinemas across the UK. Merlin has a reputation for operating historic cinemas, as well as repurposed and modern buildings as cinemas, in communities often overlooked or underserved by larger cinema companies. In January 2025, Merlin’s Founder and Managing Director, Geoff Greaves, was awarded an MBE for his outstanding contribution to the cinema industry in recognition of decades spent championing the big screen in small towns.
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