The much talked about RHYDYCAR WEST DEVELOPMENT with its luxury spa, top class sporting facilities and water park, could be a stpe closer to reality.
Plans are well underway to build th £300 million holiday resort in Merthyr Tydfil, creating new jobs for locals as well as outstanding facilities for holidaymakers in need of a bit of rest and relaxation.
New CGI images of the show that if planning application is successful, it would also boast the UK’s largest and longest indoor snow centre at 400m, an indoor and outdoor adventure centre, and woodland lodges.
The ‘world-class’ Rhydycar West development, nestled in Merthyr Tydfil, boasts fancy features that include a ski slope and tropical water park, offering a total transformation that will turn the area into a striking tourist hub,
Previously, council leader Geraint Thomas said the development could be a….
“Beacon of hope and opportunity.
I am fully aware of its vast economic and social benefits and its potential to bring transformative opportunities to Merthyr Tydfil. In particular, the creation of a large number of jobs and substantial investment, combined with creating world-class resort facilities that can be enjoyed by all locally, regionally and all visitors to Wales.”
The planning application for the resort was submitted in March and includes plans for the largest and longest indoor multi-run snow centre in the UK. It would be among the longest in the world at around 400m. It would be the only UK indoor snow centre to conform to International Ski Federation specifications and would be home to the Welsh and GB national, Olympic and Paralympic teams.
The scheme also includes an indoor tropical water park with slides, tubes, a lazy river, a standing wave and surf simulators. There would also be an indoor and outdoor adventure centre, including zip wires, extreme rides and other attractions, as well as hotels, including a spa and luxury woodland lodges, and a conference and events centre to accommodate about 150 visitors.
There would also be a resort hotel complete with sport, family and luxury spa wings as well as conferencing facilities, plus a water park with with slides, tubes, a lazy river, a standing wave and surf simulators.
This magnificent venue proposes to have the UK’s largest and longest indoor snow centre, an adventure centre providing both indoor and outdoor fun, charming woodland lodges, and an opulent hotel with specialised sport, family and spa wings as well as conference facilities.
Estimates are that 1,500 jobs could be created during the build phase and around 800 roles once fully operational. Something like £38.1 million would be fed into the economy annually.
Those behind the project have said they aim to “provide a unique and unparalleled experience for visitors of all ages, making Rhydycar West a must-visit ‘all year round’ destination for both local and international tourists.”
A spokesperson for the development team said…..
“We appreciate the opportunity to provide an update on the Rhydycar West project. We have been and continue to work closely with Merthyr council and other stakeholders in connection with the planning application.
Over the past months, this has involved responding to requests for additional information and preparing further reports and surveys which has encompassed ongoing collaboration with the council and National stakeholders. We have prepared and provided various additional documentation. Further work is in progress and nearing completion.
Our team is aware of the considerable anticipation and excitement surrounding the Rhydycar West project, a sentiment we wholeheartedly share. We are also very much looking forward to concluding the planning process as soon as possible.”
