Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council will upgrade the swimming facilities at Penydre High School to provide a new entrance, renovate the changing facilities, raise the ceiling at the main entrance to the swimming pool and ensure full disabled access. The main aim of these works is to increase the range and frequency of aquatic activities available, and provide full access for all. There will be 1,700 main beneficiaries from the High School, and 44 beneficiaries from other schools.