A North Wales community group has launched an urgent fundraising appeal to create a new inclusive activity and sensory centre in Bangor – with hopes of opening in time for the summer holidays.

Dal Dwylo CIC says it has secured a highly accessible venue in the city, marking a major step forward in plans to expand its “Hwb Hafan” support sessions.

The organisation, founded by three mums of young people with severe learning disabilities and high support needs, supports families across Gwynedd and North Wales through guidance, peer support and community-based activities.

Its work includes providing information on communication tools such as AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), and navigating local services. The group also hosts regular drop-in sessions, activities and wellbeing events for parents and carers.

Now, the group is aiming to raise £30,000 within three months to bring its long-term vision to life.

The proposed centre will offer a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for people of all ages with learning disabilities and autism, as well as their families and carers. Plans include a sensory room, activity zones, craft and learning spaces, and a dedicated area for parents and carers.

Organisers say the location in Bangor will make the facility accessible to families from across Gwynedd, Anglesey and Conwy, with strong links via the A55.

“This has always been our dream — to create a space where families feel supported, and where people with additional needs can access activities designed for them,” the group said.

The centre would also include accessible toilets and changing facilities, a gated sensory space, and a resource hub for information sharing. There are also plans to create opportunities for training and involvement for people with learning disabilities, while making the space available to other community groups who may benefit.

The group says demand already exists, with families from across North Wales attending its current Hwb Hafan sessions, and notes that there is currently limited provision of this kind in the region.

Dal Dwylo is now calling on the community, local businesses and organisations to support the project through donations and fundraising efforts.

“Whether it’s a coffee morning, a cake sale, a marathon or even climbing a mountain — every contribution will help us open our doors,” they added.

Donations can be made via their Crowdfunder campaign:
More information about the organisation is available at: https://www.daldwylo.org/

Organisers say that if the target is reached, the new centre could open as early as this summer — creating a much-needed inclusive space for families across North Wales.