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SWANSEA: New big-top amphitheatre ready for summer shows
The outdoor venue opposite LC Swansea has been transformed with a striking big-top style canopy, new flooring and upgraded seating.
The overhaul is designed to breathe new life into one of Swansea’s best-known public spaces.
And it could mean far more live music, community events and performances returning to the city centre in the months ahead.
The sail-shaped canopy, created by Gower Sail Shades, is the centrepiece of the revamp.
It will provide shelter for performers, audiences and technical equipment — making the venue far more reliable in unpredictable weather.
That means events can go ahead even when conditions aren’t perfect, opening the door to a busier programme throughout the year.
Council bosses say the changes are already attracting attention from visitors heading to nearby attractions, bars and restaurants.
They hope the improved amphitheatre will become a key destination for both locals and tourists.
Councillor Elliott King said:
“This addition will significantly extend the venue’s versatility and usability throughout the year, supporting a wider range of cultural and community events.”
He added that it will help create a “unique outdoor venue in Swansea” capable of drawing in new audiences.
The upgrade also builds on the success of last summer’s Amplitude music event, which brought crowds into the area for a free weekend of live entertainment.
Performers who took part in that event are already said to be keen to return — this time with the added benefit of cover.
As well as the canopy, a series of practical improvements have been made across the site.
These include upgraded seating areas, improved steps and brand new handrails to make the venue safer and more accessible.
A mains power supply has also been installed, making it easier to stage professional performances without the need for temporary setups.
Together, the upgrades are expected to make the amphitheatre far more attractive to event organisers.
Community groups, local performers and touring acts are all expected to benefit.
The council is now encouraging interested groups to come forward and make use of the space.
Officials say it will host a mix of council-run events alongside bookings from external organisers.
The project forms part of wider efforts to strengthen Swansea’s cultural offer and support its creative industries.
It is also aimed at boosting footfall in the city centre and supporting surrounding businesses.
Funding for the upgrade has come from the Welsh Government’s Transforming Towns programme and the Business Wales Brilliant Basics initiative.
Contractors Andrew Scott Ltd worked alongside Gower Sail Shades to deliver the project.
With the work now complete, attention is turning to the summer — and the return of live entertainment.
And with its new look firmly in place, the amphitheatre could soon be back at the heart of Swansea’s events scene.
Amphitheatre revamp: more from Swansea Bay News
Amphitheatre set for dramatic makeover
Plans revealed for a striking new canopy in the city centre.Work begins on new canopy
Construction gets underway on the major upgrade.New music festival announced
Revamped venue to host fresh live events.Who’s Molly to headline Amplitude
Band set to top the bill at free summer festival.“Forgotten” amphitheatre to be revived
#Amphitheatre #AmphitheatreCanopy #AndrewScottLtd #GowerSailShades #LCSwansea #sailShapedCanopy #Swansea #SwanseaCouncil #SwanseaEvents
Earlier plans aimed to bring the space back to life. -
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE: £4.9m school boost gets underway in Townhill
A brand-new dining hall and all-weather sports pitch are being built at Townhill Community Primary School, with leaders hailing the project as a “game-changer” for pupils and families.
The investment — backed largely by the Welsh Government — aims to make sure every child can benefit from free school meals without squeezing into cramped facilities.
Right now, all pupils are entitled to a free lunch — but the school’s current kitchen and canteen simply can’t keep up.
Council leader Rob Stewart said:
“This is making a real and important difference to families throughout Swansea.”
And it’s not just about food.
The new hall will double up as a performance and community space — giving parents more room to watch school concerts and opening the doors for wider local use.
Meanwhile, a brand-new multi-use games area will give pupils — and the wider community — a place to stay active all year round.
Townhill Primary School, which was built in 1924 (Image: Swansea Council)Education boss Robert Smith said:
“This will be an exciting addition… boosting health and wellbeing during the day and beyond.”
Contractors Andrew Scott Ltd are leading the build, which is expected to take around a year.
School leaders say the investment is about more than bricks and mortar.
Headteacher Peter Owen outside Townhill Community Primary School, which is set for a £4.9m upgrade.
(Image: Swansea Council)Headteacher Peter Owen said:
“We are delighted the school and community are going to have such a superb resource.”
And governors say it marks a step towards becoming a true “community school” — with facilities used long after the final bell rings.
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A milestone moment for a much‑loved member of staff. -
Swansea’s half‑finished Copr Bay car park finally shows progress as scaffolding comes down
The long‑delayed multi‑storey, sitting directly opposite Swansea Arena, is at last showing visible signs of progress after months of frustration. The project was thrown into chaos when the original contractor went into administration, leaving the council with a part‑completed shell and a tangle of legal and contractual hurdles to clear before work could restart.
Scaffolding starts to fall after months of delays
Workers from Andrew Scott Ltd, the Swansea‑based firm brought in to rescue the scheme, remain on site carrying out remedial and finishing works. The council says the car park is now on track for completion by early summer, with all remaining work being delivered at no extra cost to taxpayers.
Council Leader Rob Stewart said seeing the scaffolding come down marked a turning point in one of the most difficult chapters of the Copr Bay development.
Cllr Rob Stewart said:
“It’s been hugely frustrating that we were left with a half‑finished structure when the previous contractor failed. Despite the setbacks, we’ve kept the project moving and are on track to complete the work by the early summer.”
A project stalled by a contractor collapse
The car park was originally being built by Buckingham Group before the company went into administration, halting progress overnight. The collapse left Swansea Council with a half‑finished structure and months of legal and contractual work before a new contractor could be appointed.
Andrew Scott Ltd took over the site in 2024, tasked with completing the remedial work, fire protection, weather‑proofing and external finishes left incomplete by the previous contractor.
Two people walk past the Copr Bay car park as scaffolding is removed and protective sheeting remains in place. (Image: Swansea Council)Retail units on Cupid Way back on the market
Below the car park, the retail units on Cupid Way — the new pedestrian link between the arena bridge and the city centre — are now being remarketed. Businesses originally lined up for the units are being contacted again to see if they still want to take space, with the council anticipating that some could move in as early as the spring.
A key piece of the Copr Bay district
The car park is one of the final unfinished elements of Copr Bay Phase One, which includes the arena, the yellow bridge over Oystermouth Road, Amy Dillwyn Park and new apartments and commercial units.
Once the new car park opens, the ageing St David’s multi‑storey is expected to be demolished as part of the wider regeneration of the area.
Cllr Stewart said completing the structure would help bring “more activity and life” to the district and support local businesses as the area continues to grow.
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
Council says incomplete Copr Bay car park to open by end of year
Earlier assurances from the council that the unfinished structure would still open on schedule.Council appoints new Copr Bay contractor
Andrew Scott Ltd confirmed as the firm brought in to rescue the stalled project.Council holding talks with new contractors after Buckingham goes into administration
The scramble to find a replacement builder after the original contractor collapsed.Construction company behind Swansea’s new arena goes into administration
Buckingham Group’s collapse sent shockwaves through major UK projects, including Copr Bay.Key workers start to move into Swansea’s affordable Copr Bay apartments
#AndrewScottLtd #BuckinghamGroupContracting #carPark #CllrRobStewart #construction #CoprBay #CoprBayCarPark #CupidWay #multiStoreyCarPark #scaffolding #Swansea #SwanseaCityCentre #SwanseaCouncil
Progress elsewhere in the district as new residents moved into the development’s housing. -
Over ‘300 skilled jobs’ secured for Port Talbot Steel works green transition plan
Tata Steel say the new jobs in the local supply chain will be part of new contracts signed with Bridgend-based companies Darlow Lloyd & Sons, Wernick Buildings, and Swansea-based business, Andrew Scott Ltd.
Darlow Lloyd & Sons will play a key role in the initial phases of the project, overseeing excavation, recycling, infrastructure, and drainage works essential to the site’s transition to Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steelmaking.
Director, Rhys Lloyd, said: “We are delighted to announce this partnership which will boost employment across Neath Port Talbot and lay the foundation for future growth across the manufacturing sector.
“Our involvement in this transformation is not only a privilege, but fundamental to maintaining our strong presence and heritage at the site.
“This collaboration safeguards our experienced workforce and allows us to appoint local experts with transferable skillsets to this once-in-a-lifetime project.”
AdvertisementCritical infrastructure, including the construction of a new scrap yard to manage the inflow of UK-sourced used steel as a feedstock for the new Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), will be completed by Andrew Scott Ltd.
David Evan Williams, Civil Contracts Director said: “Having worked major on civil and construction projects at Port Talbot since the late 1800s, our involvement in this transformation is not only a privilege, but fundamental to maintaining our strong presence and heritage at the site.
“We have committed to supporting local talent, ensuring that we fill positions with our skilled workforce, alongside experienced former Tata Steel workers and experts in the supply chain. As work progresses, we aim to provide further opportunities for individuals in surrounding communities to help deliver this exciting vision.”
Ben Wernick, Managing Director, Wernick Buildings added: “We are thrilled to bring our wealth of experience in the modular construction sector to deliver the centrepiece of Port Talbot’s contractor village; an 8500 square metre space spanning three buildings, comprised of offices and welfare zones.
“90% of the workers we employ to build this impressive space will be from communities surrounding the steelworks – spanning Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Cardiff – allowing us to nurture and grow regional talent.”
AdvertisementUK Industry Minister, Sarah Jones commented: “Today’s news is a major boost for communities in South Wales, delivering high-skilled opportunities for local people, and will help Welsh steelmaking to drive growth and attract further investment as part of our Plan for Change.”
Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens added: “We have supported Tata Steel with £500m to safeguard Welsh steelmaking and I’m pleased that the company is itself investing in the local supply chain, securing hundreds of jobs and driving economic growth.
“It is fantastic news for the South Wales economy that local firms have secured these major contracts to deliver the transformation of steelmaking at Port Talbot.”
Lloyd Bryant, Head of Infrastructure & Amenities, Tata Steel, concluded: “The expertise of these long-standing contractors is key to the success of our transformation.
“We look forward to collaborating with them, under Sir Robert McAlpine’s supervision, to safeguard the future of sustainable steelmaking in the area, securing jobs and ensuring the long-term viability of steelmaking in Wales for generations.”
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