We expect this work to be finished by December 2023.
The promenade and cycle path reopened in June 2023.
Current situation
There is a growing threat to the aging seawall at Penrhyn Bay from the increasing frequency and severity of storminess and associated coastal flooding.
Shingle has been provided to the toe of the existing seawall providing greater protection against wave action. Over time, introduced shingle has been transported from west to east, reducing the level of protection provided. The ongoing provision of further shingle and re-profiling of the beach has become increasingly costly and is unsustainable in the long term to deal with predicted climate change.
What's happening?
Following consultation in 2021 and planning permission granted in 2022, work on this scheme starts on 23 January 2023.
Public space improvements
The promenade area opposite the Beach café will have new surfacing, seating and hand railing installed. The informal parking will be relocated to opposite the entrance to Rhos Golf Club.
A new pedestrian and cyclist crossing point will be installed between Maes Gwyn Road and Pendorlan Road. The cycleway and footpath along the promenade will be closed while we do this work.
We expect this stage of the work to be completed in time to allow for the promenade and cycle path to be re-opened for the summer.
Coastal defence improvements
We will build a T-shaped groyne and replenish the beach with shingle to protect the existing stepped defences, the promenade and the infrastructure behind it from the increased threat of climate change and storms.
Sections of the beach will be closed during this work for the safety of the public and the workforce.
Funding
The work is 85% funded through the Welsh Government's Coast Risk Management Programme, with Conwy County Borough Council funding the remaining 15%.
