Colwyn Bay

In a nutshell. Aqua adventure meets snow leopards, red pandas and Sumatran tigers

While Colwyn Bay has been attracting visitors since the Victorian era, it’s not afraid to move with the times. In recent years, the seafront has been transformed with the arrival of the Porth Eirias development (home to Michelin award-winning chef Bryn Williams’s bistro) and the construction of a whole new beach. Not that there’s anything wrong with Colwyn Bay’s original beach, a spacious stretch of sand backed by a three-mile promenade, an airy seafront walkway that runs into neighbouring Rhos-on-Sea.

Our green spaces are pretty special too. Colwyn Bay has won a Wales in Bloom award for its fabulous floral displays on numerous occasions and in 2018 the town had the privilege of being given a RHS Gold Award by Britain in Bloom for the first time.

On the edge of town, Eirias Park is a 50-acre green oasis with a boating lake, bowling-green, playground and the Colwyn Leisure Centre. The park is also home to Stadiwm Zip World, a first-class sporting venue that hosts prestigious rugby union matches and popular outdoor concerts.

The Colwyn Bay of yesteryear, a fashionable seaside resort favoured by prosperous Victorian travellers, hasn’t entirely disappeared. The architecture of the old town is still evident in the ornate shopfronts and gabled buildings. Follow the Colwyn Bay Heritage Walk to find out more.

At the heart of Colwyn Bay since it first opened as a venue in 1885, Theatr Colwyn is Wales’ oldest working theatre and cinema – and it’s still going strong, now modernised to offer a 21st-century entertainment experience.

In addition to the theatre, Colwyn Bay has a bustling nightlife community centred on its many pubs, bars and restaurants. Recent developments include a micro pub, a brewpub and a stylish bar housed in a former printworks and stationery store called Sheldons.

And behind the town lies Pwllycrochan Woods, a delightful belt of deciduous woodland latticed with footpaths and guided nature trails.

Colwyn Bay’s prime attraction, perched panoramically on the hillside, is the Welsh Mountain Zoo – National Zoo of Wales. It’s a caring conservation zoo, with many rare and endangered species from around the world including snow leopards, red pandas, Sumatran tigers, chimpanzees and Californian sea lions. Children love it.

A variety of great festivals and events take place in Colwyn Bay throughout the year. From the big name stars including Sir Tom Jones, Bryan Adams and Paloma Faith wowing the crowds at Stadiwm Zip World, fun in the sun at Prom Xtra, through to the quirky Uke-a-Bay Ukulele event and the annual 1940s Festival.

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Rhos-on-Sea Heritage Walk

Address

Cayley Promenade, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4EP

Rhos-on-Sea

The Rhos-on-Sea Heritage Trail takes in 25 historic sites in just 3 hours, including St. Trillo's Chapel (the smallest church in Britain) and the remains of Bryn Euryn - a 5th century hill fort with stunning views.
Rhos on Sea/Colwyn Bay Beach

Address

Colwyn Bay

Telephone
01492 596253

harbwr.conwy.harbour@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

2019 Blue Flag Award Winner - Rhos-on-Sea / Colwyn Bay beach is great for swimming, watersports and fishing, with cycling and walking along the coastal track.
The Grate Cheese Deli

Address

34 Seaview Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8DG

Telephone
01492 338327

thegratecheesedeli@gmail.com

Colwyn Bay

Prices range between £1 and £30.
Fairy Glen Local Nature Reserve

Address

Pen Y Bryn, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, Clwyd, LL29 9UU

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

Planning on visiting the amazing Fairy Glen Nature Reserve in North Wales?...If so, click here to get all the information you need from the official North Wales nature tourism site!
Hiraethlyn Walk, Eglwysbach

Address

Eglwysbach, Conwy, LL28 5UD

Eglwysbach

An easy circular walk of 3.5 miles around the village of Eglwysbach on field paths, tracks and B-roads with good views of the valley and the Carneddau mountains. Refreshments available from the local shop and pub.
Pwllycrochan Woods Local Nature Reserve Walks

Address

Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7BT

Telephone
01492 575337

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

A series of 4 circular routes ranging from .075 miles to 1.25 miles in length stretching across the slopes behind the town of Colwyn Bay.
Colwyn Bay to Great Orme and Back Road Cycle Route

Address

Llanrwst Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5YS

Colwyn Bay

A road route of 15 miles (24 km) passing along the coast from the town of Colwyn Bay towards Llandudno and to the Great Orme - and back again.
Theatr Colwyn

Address

Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7RU

Telephone
01492 556677

theatrcolwyn@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

Theatr Colwyn is a Victorian receiving theatre, hosting a variety of performances and also has a large screen cinema.
Bay of Colwyn Sailing Club

Address

Sea Sports Association Clubhouse, Promenade, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4UL

Rhos-on-Sea

Based at Rhos-on-Sea.
Penrhyn Bay Beach

Address

Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 4LA

Colwyn Bay

Adjoining the resort of Rhos-on-Sea, Penrhyn Bay beach is a sand and shingle beach, with a broad sandy beach to the left and to the right an explorer's paradise of shrimping pools. There is plenty for the walking enthusiast too.
Welsh Mountain Zoo - National Zoo of Wales

Address

Old Highway, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5UY

Telephone
01492 532938

info@welshmountainzoo.org

Colwyn Bay

Covid-19 Information
Re-opening:13 July
We advise that you go to the website of this business before travelling for up to date information on what restrictions are in operation at this attraction. Please note that many attractions need to be…
Eirias Events Centre

Address

Eirias Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7SP

Telephone
01492 577900

hamdden.colwyn.leisure@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay
Eirias Events Centre

Address

Eirias Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7SP

Telephone
01492 577900

hamdden.colwyn.leisure@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

The newly completed Eirias Events Centre offers premier facilities to members of the public, event organisers and professional sports teams and clubs.
Whilst offering impressive accommodation, Eirias will also offer flexibility and will…
Colwyn Jetski Club

Address

Eirias Slipway, Porth Eirias, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8HH

Telephone
07921816526

roger.w@talktalk.net

Colwyn Bay

RYA recognised PWC teaching establishment.
John Lynn's Black Belt Academy & Martial Arts Academy

Address

49a Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7RU

Telephone
07904 584473

sciberras5@hotmail.com

Colwyn Bay

Karate (shukokai), Japanese kickboxing.
Bryn Woodlands Guest House

Address

14 Woodland Road East, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7DT

Telephone
01492 532320

enquiries@brynwoodlandshouse.co.uk

Colwyn Bay

Are you looking for a family run, friendly and extremely clean B&B in the heart of North Wales? Then you've come to the right place.
The Bay Gallery

Address

Station Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8DG

Colwyn Bay

The Bay Gallery is a community art and craft gallery run as a small charity by local volunteers, which offers local artists the opportunity to exhibit and sell their work. It also runs weekly art classes and workshops.
Pwllycrochan Woods

Address

Pwllycrochan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7BW

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

This prominent woodland that stretches across the slopes above and behind the town of Colwyn Bay is easily accessible from the coastal cycle route.
James Alexander Barr Tennis Centre

Address

Eirias Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7SP

Telephone
01492 577922

Colwyn Bay

The James Alexander Barr Tennis Centre consists of 2 indoor and 4 outdoor floodlit tennis courts. We have a changing room area and automated refreshment machines offering a selection of hot and cold drinks within the main facility.
They offer a…
Porth Eirias Beach, Colwyn Bay

Address

Colwyn Bay

Telephone
01492 596253

harbwr.conwy.harbour@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

2019 Seaside Award Winner. Sandy, non-tidal beach ideal for family fun.