THIS is the first look inside a new £1.2m rural education centre in Llysfasi, near Ruthin.

The building at Coleg Cambria, which was completed last month by Wrexham-based Read Construction, will open to students and the public later this year.

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All fresh and new - a first look inside

Elin Roberts, assistant principal of technical studies and site lead at Llysfasi, said: “We are absolutely delighted with the completed building and confident it will serve as a hub for education in this region for many years to come.

“We are at the heart of land-based learning and this will enable us to take that to the next level; our other priorities, including preservation and celebration of the Welsh language, accessible qualifications and as a place for community groups to meet – will all benefit from this.

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The building will open to students and the public later this year

“The facility itself is impressive inside and out and once again shows Cambria’s commitment to delivering innovative and welcoming environments in which to learn, teach and achieve personal and professional development.”

The two-storey site includes IT and multimedia suites, space for workshops, classrooms, breakout spaces, a kitchen area, offices, and meeting rooms which will deliver bilingual and family and community-focused services.

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The project was completed on time, despite the pandemic

Stuart Hetherington, Contract Manager at Read Construction, said: “The scheme will make a significant difference to the local community – giving access to services that are essential for the rural area.”

The modern facility will serve local communities in North East Wales as part of the Welsh Government’s Prosperity for All vision to provide more education links in town and villages across the country.