Official reopening of Neuadd Dwyfor, Pwllheli

Neuadd Dwyfor in Pwllheli was officially reopened recently to mark the completion of a significant improvement project to the building worth £1.5 million, which was started in 2020 with capital investment for essential improvements to the Hall from Cyngor Gwynedd and subsequent grants for a makeover of the library and the public areas by the Welsh Government.

Many friends and supporters of Neuadd Dwyfor were invited to the opening, and the afternoon opened with a beautiful performance by Gwenan Gibbard on the harp. This was followed by addresses by the Chair of Cyngor Gwynedd, Councillor R. Medwyn Hughes; Councillor Nia Jeffreys, Deputy Leader of Cyngor Gwynedd and the Cabinet Member with responsibility for the Libraries Service; Councillor Elin Hywel and Pwllheli Town Mayor Councillor Michael Parry.

The guest speaker was the author and playwright Mared Llywelyn, and she talked about how important Neuadd Dwyfor has been to her over the years, not only because she has worked for the Library Service and the Theatre/Cinema, but as the founder of Cwmni Tebot, she has also performed there throughout the years. Her play Croendenau was staged for the first time this year at Neuadd Dwyfor.

Councillor Nia Jeffreys, Deputy Leader of Cyngor Gwynedd and Cabinet Member with responsibility for the Libraries Service, said: “The latest investment and improvement work over a period of 3 years has seen significant changes to improve these facilities to offer modern and comfortable experiences to the users.

“The presence of Neuadd Dwyfor on the high street contributes positively to the local economy, and in addition the food and drink offer here is based on the principles of buying locally and supporting businesses in the area.

“The hope now is to be able to develop a diverse artistic programme, with thanks to the Arts Council of Wales for a grant that will enable audiences to engage and develop. Films and shows will continue to be shown, but the aim is to be able to attract more live musical events to the Hall and build on these vibrant partnerships that already exist to offer further artistic experiences to young people in the area.”

For more information about the events that take place in Neuadd Dwyfor, visit www.neuadddwyfor.cymru