Colwyn Bay Accommodation

Rhyl Seaside Holiday History, Moments in Time Exhbition, Rhyl Prom

Holiday on the Buses, Pontins Prestatyn Sands North Wales Film Plaque

Rhyl Beach Views

National Trail Offa's Dyke Path starts (or ends) at Prestatyn

Colwyn Bay Tourist Information

Situated between Rhyl and Llandudno is attractive Colwyn Bay with prertty beach bays such as Kinmel Bay and Abergele beach offering up more endless golden sands. There's some good Wales Surfing to be had too at Abergele.

You've a blue flag beach on the Rhos-on-sea stretch too! Quieter than bustling Rhyl in peak summer season, Colwyn Bay is a good holiday base choice for those who prefer the quieter life. You're within easy reach of Snowdonia, Anglesey and nearby Llandudno too and basing yourself here is definitely the budget option compared to these popular nearby neighbour locations.

Colwyn Bay & Rhos on Sea

Outside of Llandudno, the rest of Colwyn Bay's splendid coast including Rhos on Sea tends to get a little overlooked. You're missing out on some superb sandy beaches (some of which are blue flag), plus great promenades at Rhos-on-Sea which lays claim to having the smallest chapel in Wales on their promenade.

Situated between Rhyl and Llandudno there's a choice of glorious sandy beaches including Abergele, Kinmel Bay and Rhos-on-Sea itself. Most have direct access from the promenade. The cycle track runs directly along the coast and is very popular with families and those looking for gentle cycling with panoramic views of the Bay. The full stretch of beach on Colwyn Bay runs for 2.5km and consists of fine shingle. The Colwyn Bay Rhos on Sea stretch is a blue flag beach.

Well worth considering Colwyn Bay as another seaside holiday resort of choice, with come choice attractions such as the Eirias Park and Gardens, Dinosaur Wolrd and the Welsh Mountain Zoo (see weblink right for details) just on your doorstep.

Colwyn Bay, Old Colwyn and Rhos-on-Sea are often recommended for short breaks too.

Colwyn Bay Golf Courses

Old Colwyn Golf Club, Woodlands Avenue, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, North Wales. Tel: 01492 515581. (weblink right)

Abergele Golf Club, Tan-y-Gopa Road, Abergele, Conwy, LL22 8DS. Tel: Club House 01745 824034. (weblink right)

Rhos-on-Sea Golf Club, Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno, Conwy County, LL30 3PU. Tel: 01492 549 641. (weblink right for details)