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Rotary President Colum Phillips visited Aimee’s Art Group who currently meet at Kings Hall Community Centre in Prestatyn. He was delighted to present a cheque for £500 to Aimee Renee Colville, founder of the group. Aimee is a Community Artist, Wellbeing Champion and Dementia Friend.

Aimee said “Since we started the group in 2015 it has become a creative cornerstone in Prestatyn. Our small, friendly art group has grown into a vibrant Arts for Health and Wellbeing community that supports people across Prestatyn and the surrounding area”.
The group provides a welcoming space for members—both new and long-standing—to explore creativity, connect with others, and nurture mental health and wellbeing. Through art, conversation, and shared experiences, the group continues to help reduce social isolation and strengthen community bonds. On the day we visited the group were busy making little toy monkeys which, as you can see in the photo were at various stages of construction!
Aimee continued “As we look ahead in 2026, the opportunity to continue this journey means even more people can benefit from the joy and healing power of creativity. Our group remains dedicated to supporting Prestatyn’s wellbeing—one brushstroke at a time”.

A group of Prestatyn Rotarians met up at Prestatyn High School with PE Teacher Alex Fuller to give a cheque for £350 which will cover the cost of new kit for the school netball team. Pictured (L2R) Rotarians Amie Dop, Pete Dop, Sumarni Phillips, Rotary President Colum Phillips and Alex Fuller. We’ll get some photos of the new kit when it’s been made.

Prestatyn Rotary Club meet every Monday (6:30) except Bank Hols. at The Beaches Hotel Prestatyn. So the gathered Rotarians were delighted to witness President Colum giving two further cheques at the meeting.
 
The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) are based in Rhyl at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. They support children and young people up to the age of 18 who are experiencing mental health problems. 
 
Representing CAMHS to receive the donation of £2,000 was Sarah Owen, Clinical Team Manager and Emma who is a Wellbeing Champion. (Left and Centre in the photo with President Colum).
 
Sarah explained the tier system in place at CAMHS based on the very wide range of issues young people may have. 
 
She said “Our services are here to support children and young people to get help early. This may include listening to how they feel and offering interventions, information and advice. We also offer support and advice to other professionals, such as GPs, Social Workers, or Teachers”.
 
Emma added “We do a lot of self fund-raising for items that are not covered by normal NHS funding and we will put this fantastic donation to very good use. It will go towards making the centre a much nicer place to visit during what can be a very stressful time for a young person and their family”.

The final cheque on the evening was given to Danniel Rowe, representing the Bow fc junior football team who play out of Prestatyn.
 
Danniel is ex-forces and knows the value of discipline and giving young people a good reason for being outside and taking part in a sporting activity. They plan to start a girls team too.
 
Danniel said “This is effectively a friendship group and safe place for many of the young people who attend. All of our coaches are unpaid volunteers, as well as football skills they teach discipline, life skills and team-work.”
 
The £500 donation will pay for a set of winter training jackets, a worthy investment in local children and the community.

Recent Rotary activities

Just a little update on what we've been up to recently..... Local professional photographer Nathan Roberts gave a very good slideshow and talk about his visit to see the mountain gorillas in Rwanda - a once in a lifetime trip for anyone wishing to get close up to these wonderful creatures (and our close relatives!). October 24th is World Polio Day which this year coincided with the date of our Club's 98th Anniversary dinner. President Colum and other members manned our mobile "A" board in Prestatyn Retail Park - raising awareness about Rotary International's continuing efforts with WHO to rid planet earth of this awful disease - as well as collecting money towards the cause. In the evening Prestatyn Rotarians together with guests and visiting Rotarians enjoyed an excellent dinner at The Beaches Hotel Prestatyn followed by an entertaining talk by military cartoonist Chip Wood.

Charles Hilton-Jones achievement awards evening

Prestatyn Rotary Club held their 2025 awards evening on January 27th at the Beaches Hotel, Prestatyn. Club President Huw Ellis-Williams welcomed the guests which included our award-winning Prestatyn High School students, their parents, senior teaching staff and visiting Rotarian Beth Murray, Governor of Rotary District 1180. Rotarian Brian Huw Jones introduced the award winners, who are judged on their academic achievements as well involvement in extra-curricular activities in and out of school. They were presented with a framed certificate and voucher by Past President Amie Dop and President Huw.

Through hard work and commitment Sophie Edwards gained nine A-Stars and is now studying maths, biology and psychology and hopes to continue studying psychology in further education.

Lilley Gregory achieved eight A-Stars and A’s. Aside from her academical achievement she excels in sport including hockey, basketball, netball and football. She has an interest in marine biology.

Lilly Jones also has eight A-Stars and A’s and takes part in various voluntary in-school activities. She also plays volleyball, netball and also hockey for North Wales. PHS Headteacher Neil Foley said the awards are “One of the highlights of the year” and thanked the Rotary Club for continuing this worthy initiative.

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