A large number of community development and regeneration projects and activities are now underway in Holyhead.

The following lists the most significant, but is not comprehensive. For fuller information on community development, please contact the community partnerships directly.

Communities First

This is a ten-year community regeneration programme administered and funded by the Welsh Assembly Government with a view to improving the lives of people in Wales' most deprived communities. Over 100 wards in Wales have qualified for inclusion, including four areas in Holyhead. These Partnerships together employ over 30 staff and are involved in a wide range of community regeneration projects. The Welsh Assembly is currently reviewing future arrangements in the light of new statistics.

Food Co-operatives

The community partnerships have established food co-operatives to improve the diet of local residents. These provide local people with fruit and vegetables at a reasonable cost

Youth & Family Support Activities

Various youth clubs and activities being regularly organised in Holyhead. Many activities for young people and children are provided at community centres and at sporting venues. Recent initiatives include a new youth club and a music initiative. A Holyhead-wide youth consultation is being arranged by the community partnerships. A Youth Action Team regularly meets at Holyhead High School, admimistered by Porthyfelin Partnership.Different activities and projects are also underway to help families in various ways. A new community crèche has been created at Morawelon. A new pre/after school club has been provided at the St.Mary's school site.

Community Training

Various courses and training opportunities are provided at different locations around Holyhead - these include the JE O'Toole Centre, Ty Cyfle, schools and community centres. New IT training facilities have been installed at several locations in the town.

Community Centres

There are several active community centres in Holyhead. Several centres have recently been improved (eg Town Hall) and plans are being developed to improve others
eg Kingsland Community Centre and the Waterside (Vicarage Lane) Centre. A new community centre has now been created at the old Tile Centre in London Road.

Environmental Projects

Various community environmental projects are underway e.g. the employment of town centre environmental workers, litter picking sessions and environmental audits.

Community Needs Audits

Community consultations and needs audits have been undertaken to identify local problems, needs, priorities and ideas.