Case Study 6 : Stadiwm Zip World
Conwy County Council
December 2017 saw the completion of the £250k investment in redeveloping the hospitality suite at Stadiwm Zip World in Colwyn Bay, North Wales. The project was completed on time and under budget, and will allow the borough council to expand its hospitality offering to ensure the future success of the venue. With a capacity of 6,080 for sporting events and 15,000 for concerts, Stadiwm Zip World hosts a variety of concerts, events and sports fixtures including the town’s iconic Access All Eirias music event each summer. It’s also a popular venue for conferences, exhibitions and team building days as well as banquets, weddings and birthday parties.
The borough council wanted to build on the success of the stadium’s hospitality business and appointed Alliance Leisure to extend the Conwy Suite. By building out onto the existing balcony area overlooking the pitch, Alliance Leisure was able to significantly expand the suite effectively doubling seating capacity to 120. The project also included a new bar area, flooring and decor. The result is a bright and vibrant space that’s perfect for hosting a wide range of events. “In these times of austerity, we have to make our resources work harder. Stadiwm Zip World is a hugely popular community asset, and demand for the Conwy Suite had outgrown its capacity. Thanks to this new extension, we can cater for even more events ensuring a more viable business in the future.” John Hardy, Head of Active and Creative Lifestyles at Conwy County Borough Council