April 24, 2025 - 1596 views
Llandudno Pier has been named the prestigious 'Pier of the Year' for 2025 by the National Piers Society.
The pier faced storm damage over the winter, but the owners, staff and public worked together to quickly make repairs.
The chairman of the society Tim Wardley praised the community's support and donations from around the world. He expressed his delight at the result.
“When I learned of this year’s winner I was thrilled. Llandudno Pier has suffered a torrid time with the storm damage inflicted over the winter and our members were highly impressed with the way the pier owners, staff and public all pulled together to ensure repairs were carried out in record time to get the pier re- opened.
“It really shows what a valuable and much loved asset the pier is to the community and visitors with messages of support and donations from all over the world. Well done Llandudno – a most worthy winner!”
Patron and celebrity Gyles Brandreth added his delight at the result. “Three cheers for Llandudno! Cheer! Drink Beer! Enjoy this fantastic North Wales pier as it basks in the glory of ‘Pier of the Year’!”
Paul Williams, General Manager for Llandudno Pier added his delight at the news.
“We are overjoyed with the announcement that Llandudno Pier has won the prestigious Pier of the Year award for 2025. The last time we were awarded this great accolade was back in 2005. In the past 18 months, a huge investment has been made by our parent company, Tir Prince Leisure Group, in the replacement and repair of several steel piles, bracing and decking.
“We also announced the commencement of work for the reopening of the Happy Valley entrance which is still under construction. Late last year we faced the full brunt of storm Darragh which caused significant damage to the Pier and prolonged the repair schedule. Again, a lot of hard work was put into getting the Pier back up and running and open to the General Public.
Society Chairman Tim Wardley noted that the Llandudno Pier was a beloved asset of people in the town and a very deserving winner of the award.
