Places we recommend
Stadiwm CSM
The stadium, which over the last 10 years has become a destination for major music events, as well as hosting outstanding sporting fixtures such as Under 20’s Wales Internationals, RGC matches and more recently North Wales Crusaders, will be officially known as Stadiwm CSM.
Bryn Euryn Local Nature Reserve
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. It also has great historical interest with Llys Euryn - a house dating from the 15th Century - and a hilltop fort from the 6th Century. It is well served by a network of paths, including the Summit Trail, which links Llys Euryn and the fort at the summit.
Theatr Colwyn
An historical theatre and cinema utilising the latest in technology to offer patrons a 21st Century entertainment experience, it retains a traditional, vintage flair and family-friendly atmosphere.
It is receiving theatre, a 4K digital cinema and home to the cutting-edge Oriel Colwyn photography gallery. Theatr Colwyn is the UK’s oldest working cinema and also the oldest working theatre in Wales.
Little Orme
Although The Little Orme, unlike its superior sister, has no man-made attractions, it makes up for this in its abundance of wildlife.
Catch a glimpse of the famous seals of Angel Bay during your visit. It is home to some of the rarest seals in the world.
Eirias Park
Located in Colwyn Bay, with fifty acres of beautiful parkland Parc Eirias is Conwy's premier leisure facility. Indoor facilities include a six lane 25m swimming pool with various water features and a separate water slide, as well as a fitness suite. The Eirias Events Centre offers high quality facilities and hosts a variety of music and sporting events throughout the year. Outdoor facilities include an athletics arena with grandstand and floodlit hockey/football synthetic playing area. Additional facilities include indoor and outdoor tennis.
Colwyn Bay Beach
The long promenade follows the vast sweep from Old Colwyn to Penrhyn Bay and gives easy access to all of the town's beaches, the pier and the harbour. The promenade is a combined walkway and cycle track, forming part of the National Cycle Route 5. The main beach is popular and there are several separate slipways situated along the promenade. Around 2 miles to the west of Colwyn Bay is the nature reserve of Bryn Pydew, featuring limestone pavement, woodland and grassland with fine views of Penrhyn Bay.
Stanley & Lottie Home & Gifts
Beautiful home accessories and gifts, chosen with love. And, to celebrate the talent and craftsmanship of our area, a selection of our products are handmade in Wales.
Bryn Woodlands House
Bryn Woodlands House is a family-run four-star guesthouse situated 2 minutes’ walk from the town centre of Colwyn Bay.
Bryn Woodlands House offers guests breakfast, which consists of a buffet with traditional cereals, fruits and juice. A cooked, a la carte breakfast or a traditional full English breakfast are available, as well as lighter options.
Welsh Mountain Zoo
set on one of the most picturesque and unique landscapes for any UK Zoo, the Zoo occupies around 37 acres of lush green landscape. The site overlooks the Colwyn Bay coastline and the Carneddau mountains in North Wales.
With around 80 species housed in our wonderful collection, we have welcomed over eight million visitors through our gates to date.
Conwy Castle
ight at the heart of the historical town of Conwy in North Wales, stands proud Conwy Castle. Built in 1283-1287, Conwy Castle is still standing tall and strong today after over 700 years. The castle’s rich history, and the castle’s walls which are available to walk and follow, make Conwy Castle really significant with regards to tourism. In 1986, Conwy Castle became a world heritage site due to its “outstanding universal value”.
The Grate Cheese Deli
Offering a wide selection of local, artisan cheeses, deli products and gift hampers.
Award winning items include cheeses, oils, crackers, chocolates, vinegars, jams, fondue, meringues, biscuits, cakes, giftware and more
Queens Gardens
Queens Gardens were originally owned by the Trustees of Rydal School and formed part of the school grounds, the Gardens were gifted to Colwyn Bay Urban District Council in 1929 with covenants stipulating that it remains a public park. In the 80s and 90s it was a trial area for the National Rose Society. Today it is much used public garden that creates a relaxed environment in an otherwise busy area of Colwyn Bay. In 2010 Queens Gardens was awarded a Green Flag. This achievement will be maintained and built upon in the future to make sure that this status of excellence is retained.
Bodnant Garden
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. From Champion Trees and National botanic collections, seasonal delights include daffodils, bluebells, camellias, magnolias and rhododendrons in spring; roses, waterlilies and wildflowers in the summer and rich autumn colours which lead into a stunning display in the Winter Garden.
Portmerion Village
Portmeirion was created by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis from 1925 to 1976 to show how a naturally beautiful site could be developed without spoiling it. Portmeirion village and gardens is one of Wales' premier visitor attractions, welcoming over 200,000 visitors every year.
Great Orme Tramway
The Great Orme Tramway in Llandudno is the only cable-hauled tramway on a public road in Great Britain. It’s been enjoyed by both visitors and locals alike since it opened on July 31st 1902.
The tram climbs 1500m up the Great Orme Country Park and Nature Reserve from Victoria Station. You can change trams at the Halfway Station to continue your journey to the summit of the Great Orme. The views from the top are breath-taking. On a clear day, you can see as far as the Isle of Man, Blackpool and the Lake District!
National Slate Museum
The National Slate Museum is located in the Victorian workshops built in the shadow of Elidir mountain, site of the vast Dinorwig quarry.
Here you can travel into the past of an industry and a way of life that has chiselled itself into the very being of this country.
The Workshops and Buildings are designed as though quarrymen and engineers have just put down their tools and left the courtyard for home, while an array of Talks and Demonstrations including slate-splitting give you a real insight into quarry life.
Zip World
In a stunning woodland setting nestled in the North Wales Conwy Valley, close to the iconic Snowdonia village of Betws y Coed, a host of forest adventures and foodie delights await. With adventures to keep the whole family busy all day, choose from the Fforest Coaster, the UK’s only alpine coaster of its kind, bouncing fun on Treetop Nets or zip line and adventure courses high in the trees on Tree Hoppers or Zip Safari – plus you could try Europe’s highest giant swing, Skyride, if you dare!
Gwrych Castle
Gwrych Castle is a Grade I Listed country house in North Wales and is one of the first attempts at replicating true medieval architecture in Europe. The trust began the monumental task of rescuing the castle and estate over 20 years ago and are committed to secure a long-term future for Gwrych Castle and its estate.
You may recognise Gwrych Castle as the home to ITV's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! for two consecutive years. A few elements have been retained for true I’m A Celebrity fans to enjoy, such as the famous phone box, privy and The Clink.
Manorafon Farm
Welcome to our Farm Park. Watch the pig race, meet our reptiles, cuddle cute rabbits and feed our many wonderful farm animals. There are often baby animals to see including lambs, kids, piglets and chicks. With an indoor play barn, off-road pedal go-karts, a variety of outdoor play areas, full programme of activities, plus lunchtime food from the Greedy Goat Snack Hut, Manorafon Farm Park makes for a brilliantly exciting day out.