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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The Bay Gallery

Address

BayView Shopping Centre, Sea View Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8DG

Telephone
07909 893254

baygalleryevents@gmail.com

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Jetski Club

Address

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

secretary@cjsc.co.uk

Colwyn Bay

Formed in 1996 to promote safe personal watercraft riding CJSC is an RYA recognised PWC teaching establishment.
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.
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.
Bryn Euryn Local Nature Reserve

Address

Bryn Euryn, Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4AB

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Rhos-on-Sea

Bryn Euryn is a prominent limestone hill overlooking Rhos-on-Sea, with fine views from the summit. It is a rich mixture of grassland and woodland, part of it being a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
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.
Flat White Café

Address

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

Telephone
01492 534144

flatwhitecafe@outlook.com

Colwyn Bay

Café in the heart of Colwyn Bay offering great coffee and lovely food, including gluten free and vegetarian options.
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.
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.
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.
The Furnace Café & Ice Cream Parlour

Address

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

Telephone
01492 651100

hello@bodnant-welshfood.co.uk

Colwyn Bay

With incredible views overlooking the Conwy Valley and our sheltered courtyard, The Furnace is the perfect place to meet with friends and family.
Botanical Lounge

Address

162 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7LR

Telephone
01492 555100

hello@botanicallounge.com

Colwyn Bay

Beautiful café in Colwyn Bay with a varied menu. Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and homemade cakes.
The Tal-y-Cafn

Address

Llanrwst Road, Tal y Cafn, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5RR

Telephone
01492 650016

manager@talycafn.wales

Colwyn Bay

The Tal-y-Cafn stands proudly at a historic crossing point on the beautiful River Conwy.
Rhos-on-Sea Heritage Walk

Address

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

info@colwynbayheritage.org.uk

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.
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.