The Paul Lewis Community Centre in St Athan has been left counting the cost after a break‑in caused damage and led to several items being stolen over the past few days.
Volunteers discovered the bar area had been targeted, with bottles of alcohol and a tray of shots taken. A large number of pint glasses were also stolen and later found smashed under benches between the centre and the neighbouring football pitch.
The centre, which is run entirely by volunteers and receives no council funding, says the incident has dealt a significant financial blow. Money that had been set aside for upcoming community events — including the children’s Halloween disco and the annual Christmas party — will now have to be used to repair the damage and replace what was lost.
Volunteers had planned to improve CCTV using profits from its upcoming Party on the Pitch event scheduled on 29th August.
The centre is appealing to anyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the area to come forward.
Rachel, the centre’s treasurer, said the support of the community is more important than ever. “We really appreciate your understanding and any support you can offer,” she said.

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