# Caerphilly local development and events > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/caerphilly-local-development-and-events > Updated: 2026-08-03T13:25:12.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. In late July 2026 Caerphilly County Borough reopened the Newbridge Leisure Centre swimming pool after a five‑week refurbishment, adding upgraded facilities and planning further permanent improvements. The council also earmarked £200,000 from an underspend to support the 2027 Tour de France grand‑départ, expecting a large visitor influx and economic benefits. By early August, the borough hosted a cultural exchange with visitors from the Breton towns of Lannion and Ploubezre, celebrating a long‑standing twinning partnership through performances, dances, and community activities. At the same time, construction of the £23 million Plasyfelin Primary School progressed on schedule, with completion targeted for early 2027, expanding educational capacity and community sports facilities. Together, these developments illustrate Caerphilly’s focus on enhancing local infrastructure, promoting tourism, and strengthening cultural ties ahead of major international events. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-03: Caerphilly welcomes Breton visitors and advances £23 million primary school project Caerphilly hosted Breton twinning visitors for cultural events while the £23 million Plasyfelin Primary School construction stays on track for a 2027 opening. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caerphilly-welcomes-breton-visitors-and-advances-23-million-primary-school-project ### 2026-07-23: Caerphilly County Borough to Host Tour de France Stage and Reopen Newbridge Pool Caerphilly’s Newbridge pool reopens after upgrades, and the council allocates £200k to host a 2027 Tour de France stage, expecting over a million visitors and a tourism boost. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caerphilly-county-borough-to-host-tour-de-france-stage-and-reopen-newbridge-pool --- Cite as: Caerphilly local development and events. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/caerphilly-local-development-and-events