Extensive preparations are being made in a Denbighshire village hosting the funeral of Welsh rock star Mike Peters. Thousands of fans are expected to travel from around the world to pay tribute to the legendary frontman. A huge number of mourners are anticipated for the service in Dyserth at 3pm on Thursday, May 29. Details of the arrangements have been revealed as the village’s 2,300 inhabitants brace for the mass arrival (see below). A road closure is planned after the Peters’ family liaised with Denbighshire Council and North Wales Police. Big screens will be erected to relay the invitation-only service to fans outside the small parish church of St Bridget and St Cwyfan. Following the service, a celebration of Mike’s life is planned with an evening of music at The Red, a cafe, bar and music venue on the B5119 Waterfall Road, Dyserth. Extra areas for gathering opposite The Red, and around the entrance to Dyserth’s famous waterfall, are being made available. The frontman of The Alarm, who battled cancer for 30 years, lived in Dyserth. He died on April 29, aged 66, leaving wife Jules and sons Dylan and Evan. Tributes have since poured in for the much-loved rock star who co-founded the Love Hope Strength cancer charity, As well as friends and loved ones, colleagues from the music world are expected to attend his funeral. On social media, Mike’s wife Jules posted how she had been “touched by the outpouring of love” and how she was “overwhelmed” by the number of people intending to visit from overseas. Join the North Wales Live Whatsapp community now Issuing an open invitation to the funeral service, she said: “Whether you knew him as the incredible musician he was, called him a friend or neighbour, respected him for the support he gave for others affected by cancer, or just want to be part of what we think will be a memorable day in a special place, you are very welcome to join us." She added: “We are doing everything we can to provide a fitting celebration to someone who lit up the world whilst he was here. All our family are so grateful to everyone in and around our village for the incredible support we’ve been given and for enabling us to recognise Mike’s life in such an inclusive way, just as he would have wanted. “As we have said before, it feels profoundly right that Mike’s farewell will take place in Dyserth, the village where he was born and he proudly called home, and in sight of The Red, where he found so much happiness.” Michael Leslie Peters – funeral details Waterfall road will be closed to vehicles from 10am so that fans can gather outside the church. Seating inside St Bridget and St Cwyfan is limited and entry to the small church and its grounds is by invitation only. A large outdoor screen and sound system will be set up in the morning in front of the church. Jules said this will enable fans to follow the service in real-time and “join in with communal songs”. An order of service with song lyrics will be shared in advance of the day. “Expect plenty of music!” she added. “There will be ample space on the closed road for everyone to gather, reflect, and pay tribute.” After the service, an evening of music at The Red is being held to continue the celebration of Mike’s life. Extra areas for gathering opposite the venue, and near the waterfall are being made available to “ensure there is space for everyone”. Given the crowds expected, visitors are being urged arrive in the village by 2pm. Preferably earlier, said Jules – she is encouraging people to dine at local eateries. Parking details are below. Parking and diversions The B5119 Waterfall Road will be closed for its entire length between the A5151 and A547 from 10am until 6pm on Thursday, May 29. A diversion route of A5151 and A547 will be in place, via the roundabout at Rhuddlan Golf Club. As parking space in the village will extremely limited, visitors are being advised to use one of three temporary car parks being provided for the day – or to use public buses. Bodrhyddan Hall, LL18 5SB This will have 500 car parking spaces, open from 11am-9pm. The hall is 25 minutes walk from the church. Suggested £10 donation per car for the Love Hope Strength Foundation. The venue can be found here on Google Maps. Pet Rescue fundraising campsite, LL18 6BP This will have 100 car parking spaces, open from 12pm-8pm. The campsite is 10 minutes walk from the church. Suggested £10 donation per car for the Love Hope Strength Foundation The venue can be found here on Google Maps. Rhuddlan Golf Club, LL18 6LB The golf club’s bottom car park will be available, with 60 parking spaces. This will be open from 11am-9pm. From here, it’s 60 minutes walk to the church The venue can be found here on Google Maps. Jules added: “Ensure you give yourselves plenty of time to park somewhere safe, or preferably to get the bus or walk to Dyserth. Hike for Mike! "Mike loved nothing more than walking and talking, and would love the idea that people might walk from Prestatyn to Dyserth to pay their respects.” Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox In lieu of further flowers, the family is asking for donations be made to the Love Hope Strength Foundation. You can donate here: LHS USA or LHS UK or LHS Australia. Find out what's happening near you