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.

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 CSM, 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 CSM, fun in the sun at Prom Xtra, through to the quirky Uke-a-Bay Ukulele event.

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Fairy Glen Local Nature Reserve

Address

Pen y Bryn, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 9UU

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

Fairy Glen is a protected Local Nature Reserve and ancient woodland. The wooded paths through the reserve follow the course of the River Colwyn into the heart of Old Colwyn.
Coast Cafe & Gift Shop

Address

71 Rhos Promenade, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4EN

Telephone
01492 544358

contact@coastrhos.co.uk

Rhos-on-Sea

Whatever you are looking for, from an early breakfast to a late lunch or a light snack to afternoon dinner, we have the perfect dish on offer.
Ink. Gallery

Address

7 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7RS

Telephone
01492 702203

ink.gallery@hotmail.com

Colwyn Bay

Ink. Gallery Ltd is an arts collective start-up company based at the former Longmans building in 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.
Jaap's Catch

Address

111 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7LW

Telephone
07503 816657

Colwyn Bay

A traditional fish and chip shop with takeaway and licenced restaurant.
The Hayloft

Address

Bodnant Welsh Food, Tal y Cafn, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5RP

Telephone
01492 651100

hello@bodnant-welshfood.co.uk

Colwyn Bay

Come and join us in The Hayloft Bar & Grill serving delicious, locally sourced meals. Perfect for a special occasion!
Little Indian Chef

Address

Abergele Road, Llanddulas, Conwy, LL22 8HH

Telephone
01492 512198

info@littleindianchef.com

Llanddulas

The Little Indian Chef gives you traditional foods introducing your tastebuds to the culture and culinary art of India.
Hickory's Smokehouse

Address

9 Llandudno Road, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4TR

Telephone
01492 550444

hello@hickorysrhos.co.uk

Rhos-on-Sea

A little slice of 'Southern Style' heaven on the North Wales coast in Rhos-on-Sea, with a secluded garden for dining and large car park.
Porter's Coffee Shop

Address

Colwyn Leisure Centre, Eirias Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7SP

Telephone
01492 330720

porters@adferiad.org

Colwyn Bay

A trip to Parc Eirias or Colwyn Leisure wouldn't be complete without a stop at Porter's.
Colwyn Bay Heritage Trail

Address

Colwyn Bay Library, Woodland Road West, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7DH

Colwyn Bay

Discover how Colwyn Bay developed and learn more about the town's rich historic and cultural heritage by taking a walk through time.
Bodnant Garden

Address

Tal y Cafn, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5RE

Telephone
01492 650460

bodnantgarden@nationaltrust.org.uk

Colwyn Bay

Spanning across 80 acres and over 250 years of horticultural history, National Trust’s Bodnant Garden is home to five Italianate terraces, wildflower meadows, woodland and riverside gardens.
Oriel Colwyn

Address

Upstairs at Theatr Colwyn, Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7RU

Telephone
01492 556677

curator@orielcolwyn.org

Colwyn Bay

Oriel Colwyn is a gallery space dedicated to showcasing photography and photographic works.
Bay of Colwyn Sailing Club

Address

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

sailcolwyn@gmail.com

Rhos-on-Sea

Local Sailing Club, based at Rhos-on-Sea. Active growing cruising section. Cruising programme throughout summer.
The White Lion

Address

Llanelian, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8YA

Telephone
01492 515807

info@whitelioninn.co.uk

Colwyn Bay

Simon and Nina Cole welcome you to The White Lion Inn, Llanelian-yn-Rhos, just outside Colwyn Bay; a historic family owned free house country gastro pub and restaurant less than 5 minutes from the A55.
Incentive Sea Fishing Trips

Address

Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4PF

Telephone
07515 870026

jack_t383@hotmail.co.uk

Rhos-on-Sea

Whether you are a complete novice or a seasoned pro we will do our best to put you on the fish and ensure you have a great day.
Pwllycrochan Woods Local Nature Reserve Walks

Address

Pwllycrochan Avenue, 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.
Eirias Events Centre

Address

Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7SP

Telephone
0300 4569525

hamdden.leisure@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

Eirias Events Centre offers premier facilities to members of the public, event organisers and professional sports teams and clubs.
Virgilio's Pizzeria & Portuguese Grill

Address

19 Penrhyn Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8LG

Telephone
01492 534239

Colwyn Bay

We are a Portuguese family from the beautiful island of Madeira and at Virgilio’s we are bringing a taste of Madeira to Colwyn Bay with our Portuguese menu.
Haus

Address

13 Penrhyn Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8LG

Telephone
01492 536610

info@hauscoffee.co.uk

Colwyn Bay

We are an independent café and bar located on Penrhyn Road, Colwyn Bay. Our aim is to blend German hospitality with Welsh creativity to bring you the best food and drink in the area.
Rhos Fynach Crazy Golf

Address

Rhos Fynach, Rhos Promenade, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4NG

Telephone
01492 548185

bookings@rhosfynach.co.uk

Rhos-on-Sea

Rhos Fynach Crazy Golf is a fantastic 9-hole crazy golf course, perfect for all the family. With the sea at your back, tackle the castle, pirate ship and lighthouse to go round under par.