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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Forte's Wales Ltd

Address

Hadden Court, Penrhyn Avenue, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4NH

Telephone
01492 544662

Rhos-on-Sea

At Forte's restaurant we pride ourselves on two things: a relaxed and friendly dining experience and a broad menu that offers something for everyone.
National Cycle Route 5 - Conwy County

Address

Holyhead - Chester, Conwy

Holyhead - Chester

The Conwy County section of the National Cycle Route 5 takes you along the North Wales coast.
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.
Eirias Park Heritage Trail

Address

Parc Eirias, Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7SP

Colwyn Bay

The Eirias Park Heritage Trail is an easy to walk, two mile circular route around Eirias Park exploring the park’s history.
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.
Johnny Dough's Pizza (Rhos-on-Sea)

Address

24-26 Rhos Road, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4RN

Telephone
01492 543387

rhos@johnnydoughs.com

Rhos-on-Sea

The home of wood-fired pizza in North Wales. Created to order using delicious local ingredients and baked right in front of you in our wood-fired ovens.
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.
Rhos-on-Sea Golf Club

Address

Glan-y-Mor Road, Penrhyn Bay, Conwy, LL30 3PU

Telephone
01492 549641

golfshop@rhosgolf.co.uk

Penrhyn Bay

Rhos-on-Sea Golf Course in North Wales is a mostly flat parkland course, offering a fair challenge to the average golfer and a good test to those with a lower handicap.
Colwyn Leisure Centre

Address

Parc Eirias, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7SP

Telephone
0300 4569525

hamdden.leisure@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

Conwy County Borough Council's premier sporting attraction in 50 acres of beautiful parkland.
Mynydd Marian

Address

Bron y Llan, Llysfaen, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8SP

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

Mynydd Marian is a small limestone ridge offering extensive views along the coast and inland across the rural landscape towards the distant mountains of Snowdonia and the Clwydians.
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.
Welsh Mountain Zoo - National Zoo of Wales

Address

Old Highway, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5UY

Telephone
01492 532938

info@welshmountainzoo.org

Colwyn Bay

Journey high above Colwyn Bay to meet animals from the world over, behold stunning panoramic views and explore the beautiful Flagstaff Gardens that this award-winning conservation Zoo calls home.
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.
Rhos-on-Sea/Colwyn Bay Beach

Address

Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 4EP

Telephone
01492 596253

harbour@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

Rhos-on-Sea is Colwyn Bay’s genteel cousin.
Theatr Colwyn

Address

Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7RU

Telephone
01492 556677

theatrcolwyn@conwy.gov.uk

Colwyn Bay

Theatr Colwyn is an historical theatre and cinema utilising the latest in technology to offer patrons a 21st Century entertainment experience with a traditional, friendly flavour.
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.
Bryn Woodlands Guest House

Address

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

Telephone
01492 532320

enquiries@brynwoodlandshouse.co.uk

Colwyn Bay

Luxury boutique guest house, situated in the scenic town of Colwyn Bay, offers a welcoming retreat just moments away from the town center, train station, Theatr Colwyn, Parc Eirias, and an array of local eateries.
Number 25

Address

25 Penrhyn Avenue, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4PS

Telephone
01492 541145

hello@number25.net

Rhos-on-Sea

Welcome to Number 25 - the local bar and bistro for Rhos-on-Sea. Situated on Penrhyn Avenue (at number 25 to be precise!) in the heart of this picturesque village, we are open for drinks and dinner five nights a week.
Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias

Address

Porth Eirias, The Promenade, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8HH

Telephone
01492 533700

reservations@portheirias.com

Colwyn Bay

A stone’s throw away from the sea and the stunning beach of Porth Eirias lies Bryn Williams' bistro. The menu is full of Welsh produce that have been produced as local as possible.
North Wales Pilgrim's Way

Address

Conwy, LL28 5RE

The 33-mile trail across Conwy is part of the North Wales Pilgrim’s Way, a historical 130-mile route from Basingwerk Abbey to Bardsey Island.