Canolfan Pentre Awel to open its doors to the public

Carmarthenshire County Council is delighted to announce that Canolfan Pentre Awel, the landmark development in Llanelli, will open its doors to the public on 15 October 2025.

This development is the first of its kind in Wales, bringing together the private, public and third sector all under one roof, all designed to improve health and wellbeing, boost the economy and support people at all stages of life.

Whilst the doors of Canolfan Pentre Awel (formerly known as Zone 1) will be open to the public from 4pm on Wednesday 15 October, an official opening event for Canolfan Pentre Awel will be held towards the end of the year, with representation from Welsh Government, UK Government, stakeholders and the wider community.

Visitors to Canolfan Pentre Awel will be able to enjoy:

• 25m, 8 lane pool, small pool and Hydrotherapy pool
• Gym with the very latest smart tech and top- spec equipment, featuring panoramic views of Delta Lakes / outdoor
• Dedicated Spin studio featuring Keiser bikes
• Spacious dance and group fitness spaces
• 8-court sports hall (equivalent to 2 full sized netball courts)
• Modern conference and meeting rooms
• Welcoming community spaces, accessible green areas and scenic coastal paths and cycleways
• On-site café offering hot meals, snacks, grab-and-go options, and a range of hot and cold drinks
• Electric Vehicle (EV) charging

Launching soon:

• Community healthcare and research spaces
• Cutting-edge education and training facilities
• Business incubation and innovation spaces, providing offices and co-working areas for businesses of all sizes

Leader of Carmarthenshire County Council, Cllr Darren Price commented:

We are incredibly proud to see Canolfan Pentre Awel reach this stage. It’s a project that’s been years in the making and will be a transformational moment not just for Llanelli, but for Carmarthenshire and the wider region. This is a true example of public and private sector collaboration delivering long-term benefits for our communities. I would like to take this opportunity to thank lead contractor Bouygues UK, the local and national supply chain and all those involved for their hard work during the construction of Canolfan Pentre Awel. 

Deputy Leader of Carmarthenshire County Council, Cllr Linda Evans added:

This project has been a major undertaking, and now the vision of Canolfan Pentre Awel is a reality and can be enjoyed by local people. This project has been about creating real, lasting benefits for people in our community, local businesses, young people starting their careers and future generations. Canolfan Pentre Awel stands as a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when the private and public sector come together with one shared purpose. 

Peter Sharpe, Project Director at Bouygues UK said:

The handover of Zone 1 at Canolfan Pentre Awel marks a significant milestone for everyone involved in this transformative project. I’m incredibly proud of my team who have delivered a facility that will have a lasting impact on the local community, supporting health, wellbeing, learning, and economic growth in Llanelli and beyond. 

It’s been a privilege to work alongside Carmarthenshire County Council and all our partners to bring this ambitious vision to life.

Work is also ongoing on future Zones which are planned to include a nursing home, extra care, assisted living and hotel provision.

For more information about the project, please visit the new Pentre Awel website: Pentre Awel

For information about all your leisure needs, please contact Actif Sport and Leisure or visit the website.

Canolfan Pentre Awel has been part funded by the Swansea Bay City Deal (£40 million) and core-funded by Welsh Government and UK Government  and is one of the largest regeneration schemes in south-west Wales.

Carmarthenshire County Council is assessing the feasibility of repurposing the existing site of Llanelli Leisure Centre for a new building for Ysgol Gymraeg Dewi Sant. The findings of the feasibility report are expected towards the end of this year.