Carmarthenshire County Council have announced that Canolfan Pentre Awel will open to the public at 4pm on Wednesday 15 October 2025.
Pentre Awel is a new development being led by the council that will provide space for medical research and healthcare provision with the aim of supporting and encouraging people to live active and healthy lives. The council has claimed that the project will create 1,800 jobs, training opportunities and apprenticeships and will represent a contribution of £467 million to the area’s economy over the next 15 years.
According to the Council, this development is the first of its kind in Wales and represents a partnership between the public and private sectors as well as the third sector operating under one roof to improve the health of local residents. Although the centre will open in mid October, an official event to open the facility will take place at the end of the year with representatives from the Welsh Government, UK Government and community representatives in attendance.
Canolfan Pentre Awel will offer the following facilities and amenities for visitors 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
As well as these amenities which will be available to visitors from the middle of the month, community healthcare, research spaces, education and training facilities and a space for start ups and co-working spaces will all be launched in the future. There are also plans to provide a nursing home, extra care, assisted living and hotel provision.
In a statement, 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.”
To learn more about Canolfan Pentre Awel follow this link to the website.
