School hosts prestigious event
Cadets and dignitaries from across the region descended on us for a special challenge.
The Prep School hosted a special North Wales Dragons Community Cadet Challenge on Saturday, July 2, where four teams competed against each other in a variety of tasks.
The teams taking part were made up from Army Cadets from Prestatyn and Colwyn Bay, St John Cadets from Colwyn Bay and Llandudno, Guides the 1st Llangefni and 1st Meliden groups and Young Firefighters from Prestatyn.
During the challenge they took part in six 20 minute challenges including a treasure hunt, water carrying and board game operation.
Among the dignitaries in attendance were Assembly Member for the Vale of Clwyd Ann Jones, chairman of Anglesey county council Cllr Bob Davies, mayor of Colwyn Bay Cllr John Davies and deputy mayor of Llandudno Cllr Francis Davies.
Also presenting awards on the day were the High Sheriffs of Clwyd and Gwynedd Mr J. P. O’Toole Esq DL and Dr Peter G. Harlech Jones and Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Clwyd Mr David W. Williams and the Vice Lord Lieutenant of Gwynedd Dr Elizabeth Andrews MA PhD MBE.
After a fierce day of competitive action, the Army cadets came away with the overall prize, with the Young Dragons finishing in second place.
There were also individual awards given out to the teams that had been most successful in the individual challenges.
Gerry Frobisher MBE, who organised the challenge, said: “The event was well supported and all participants thoroughly enjoyed the day. I would like to thank Rydal Penrhos School for sponsoring the venue and involvement during the lead up to the day.
“Thanks to the Lord Lieutenants of Clwyd and Gwynedd for sponsoring the Winners’ shield, and the High Sheriffs of Gwynedd and Clwyd sponsoring the Runners-Up Shield."