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Colwyn Bay, Rhos-on-Sea
and Old Colwyn, have plenty to offer whether you are looking for a short
break or longer holiday. A wide range of accommodation can be found in the
area to suite all tastes and budgets.
The long Promenade follows the vast sweep from Old Colwyn to Penrhyn Bay and
gives easy access to the wonderful beaches, pier and harbour at Rhos-on-Sea
all joined by a cycle track allowing exercise and fresh air to be taken
together or you can stroll along the beautiful unspoilt promenade with its
wide walkway, and enjoy some refreshments at the kiosks situated along the
way. There are also separate slipways situated along the promenade for
fishing, sailing, and jet skiing.
Both Colwyn Bay and Rhos-on-Sea have shopping areas and are close to the
renowned Welsh Mountain Zoo, several golf courses and plenty of places to
walk and climb. Snowdonia, the Isle of Anglesey, castles and National Trust
properties are all close by. The area also boasts a leisure centre at Eirias,
gardens, bowling greens, tennis courts, and an athletics stadium.
The Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno is nearby and the ancient walled
town of Conwy must be visited to view the magnificent Conwy castle. The tiny
chapel of St. Trillo built in the 6th century on the beach in Rhos-on-Sea is
also worth viewing. The Chapel which measuring some 15 feet by 6 feet stands
over a Holy Well and it is reputed that Madoc - Son of Owain Gwynedd began
his voyage of discovery from here to the Americas in 1170, more than 3
centuries before Columbus.
The beaches in the area are being constantly improved and are aiming at
achieving the European Union Blue Flag status in the near future. There are
already award-winning beach with 3 miles of golden sand, great for
sunbathing on and beach games, or alternatively take a leisurely stroll.
The area is easily accessible from England and Ireland via the A55
Expressway Colwyn Bay also has a mainline railway station and is served by
the National and local coach companies. |