VISITORS to Wrexham have been urged to keep booking ahead in order to prevent social distancing risks.

The Leader reported recently how, the first weekend following the end of the fire-break, premises in Wrexham town centre were fully booked.

Calls were made by The Wrexham Nightsafe Partnership - which includes licensed premises in the town centre, Wrexham Council and North Wales Police - for those coming to town to make sure they book ahead in order to avoid people gathering on the street while waiting to enter pubs, bars and other premises.

Inspector Victor Powell has reiterated the request, adding: "The premises themselves have been managing the queuing well and the Nightsafe Partnership has been very proactive and productive.

"But the issue has been people coming to town and not being able to get into places, so they have had to mill around while they decide what to do.

"That milling around causes some concerns because of the social distancing risks.

"If you're coming to town please plan it - book ahead and plan your way home."

A spokesman for the the Wrexham Town Nightsafe Partnership said: "If you are planning a night out this weekend, don’t be disappointed.

"Check on line with the premises you wish to visit, book your table and enjoy your evening.

"We will be enforcing social distancing in the queues outside our pubs in the town centre and will not be admitting any one who does not queue in a responsible manner.

"Don’t be left out in the cold – book ahead."