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Llandudno & Conwy

Tourist Information Centres

Llandudno TIC
Tel: 01492 577577
llandudnotic@conwy.gov.uk

Conwy TIC
Tel: 01492 592248
conwytic@conwy.gov.uk

Press Contact

Gwen Roberts
Senior Marketing Officer (Tourism)
Conwy County Borough Council
gwen.roberts@conwy.gov.uk
www.visitllandudno.org.uk

Trade Contact

Karen Owen
Marketing Officer
Tel: 01492 575950
karen.owen1@conwy.gov.uk
www.visitllandudno.org.uk

Destination

One of the most outstanding areas of Britain, where the breathtaking mountains of Snowdonia sweep down to a stunning coast of sandy beaches and headlands. Llandudno is a unique combination of superbly preserved Victorian elegance, spectacular natural environment and all-season centre for shopping, entertainment and events. Nearby is medieval Conwy with its magnificent castle and town walls, listed as a World Heritage Site, and bustling Colwyn Bay. Complementing the coastline is a region rich in history and culture, with mountain ranges and lush valleys providing excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and activity holidays.

What's on Offer

Beach & Amenities

On both sides of Conwy we have more than 20 miles of award-winning coastline - from golden sands to rock pool retreats.

Places to Visit

Year-round enjoyment for all the family. Discover the Great Orme and its attractions, explore ancient castles or meet the wildlife at the Welsh Mountain Zoo or Bodafon Farm Park. For more details on attractions see www.visitllandudno.org.uk

Entertainment

Venue Cymru (Conference Centre, Theatre & Arena), Llandudno hosts West End musicals, opera, drama, ballet, comedy and orchestral concerts all year round www.venuecymru.co.uk.
At Colwyn Bay, Theatr Colwyn is the venue for quality productions, both professional and amateur www.theatrcolwyn.co.uk.
9 screen cinema at Llandudno Junction www.cineworld.co.uk.

Shopping

Llandudno has long been considered North Wales' premier shopping destination. Parc Llandudno, the town's newest development, boasts an impressive 13 retail giants. At Conwy, Abergele, Deganwy and Rhos-on-Sea there are specialist and antiques shops. Colwyn Bay has its own shopping centre and a weekly farmers’ market. Betws-y-Coed, a centre for walking & climbing gear, also has shops selling local pottery, hand made slate gifts and wood crafts.

Eating Out

Some of the finest Welsh food is served in local hotels, restaurants, country pubs and inns. Welsh lamb and beef feature prominently, as does freshly caught fish and Conwy mussels.

Recreation & Sport

Our coastline is ideal for water-sport enthusiasts. Cycling on the coastal cycle path. Brilliant mountain bike trails at Gwydyr Forest. 10 golf courses. A walker's paradise.

Holiday & Activity Centres

Plas-y-Brenin National Mountain Centre at Capel Curig www.pyb.co.uk.

Conference & Business Facilities

Llandudno Conference Solutions: 01492 879771 or e-mail lcs@venuecymru.co.uk.
Conwy Business Centre, Llandudno Junction: 01492 574574 or e-mail
businesscentre@conwy.gov.uk.
Glasdir, Llanrwst 01492 640640 or email www.glasdir.com.

Accommodation

From seafront hotels and friendly, family-run guest houses to boutique B&Bs and attractive self-catering properties, it's a rare case of quantity and quality.

Getting There

Road

The A55 expressway gives direct access to the motorway network via the M56.

Rail

Frequent direct services from London and major cities to main-line stations along the North Wales coast.

Sea

Ferry links from Dublin and Dun Laoghaire via Holyhead.

Air

Manchester and Liverpool Airports are convenient gateways to North Wales with both just over an hour away.