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Colwyn Bay

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Colwyn Bay works well as a base: 10 minutes from Llysfaen, 26km from Tryfan.

Colwyn Bay is a town located in Wales, United Kingdom. With a population of 29,275, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Colwyn Bay sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Colwyn Bay to your route.

Colwyn Bay (/ˈkɒlwɪn/; Welsh: Bae Colwyn [ˈbai ˈkɔlʊɨn] ) is a town, community and seaside resort in Conwy County Borough on the north coast of Wales overlooking the Irish Sea. It lies within the historic county boundaries of Denbighshire. At the 2021 census, the community had a population of 10,576, and the built up

area had a population of 29,275. According to the tourist board, it is renowned for its 4.8 kilometre long sandy beach which has been enhanced with millions of tonnes of sand, so therefore 'man-made' and its permanently available irrespective of the tides.

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Colwyn Bay is located in Wales, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.2948 latitude, -3.7267 longitude.

What is the population of Colwyn Bay?

Colwyn Bay has a population of approximately 29,275 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Population: 29,275
Continent: Europe
Country: United Kingdom
Region: Wales
Timezone: Europe/London
Coordinates: 53.2948, -3.7267

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police: 999
Ambulance: 999
Fire: 999
Non-emergency police: 101
Driving side: left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Colwyn Bay

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

castle

Conwy Castle

A medieval fortification built by Edward I during his conquest of Wales, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Bodnant Garden

One of the finest gardens in the UK, famous for its spectacular laburnum arch in late spring and terraced gardens above the Conwy Valley.

9 km · about 15 min drive

coastal drive

Great Orme Marine Drive

One-way Victorian toll road looping 4 miles around the cliffs of the Great Orme headland at Llandudno, with sheer limestone drops, seabirds and views to Anglesey and the Irish Sea.

10 km · about 20 min drive

castle

Beaumaris Castle

The most technically perfect medieval castle in Britain, the unfinished masterpiece of Edward I's iron ring of fortresses on Anglesey.

24 km · about 30 min drive

waterfall

Swallow Falls

Wales's most-visited waterfall, where the Afon Llugwy cascades over rocky steps in a wooded gorge near Betws-y-Coed.

24 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Tryfan

A jagged 3,000-foot peak rising straight from the Ogwen Valley road, crowned by the leap-of-faith Adam and Eve stones.

26 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Llyn Ogwen

A roadside glacial lake cradled by the Glyderau and Carneddau, with Idwal Cottage as a hiker's gateway.

27 km · about 30 min drive

famous road

Evo Triangle

Legendary 20-mile loop of the A5, A543 and B4501 across the empty Denbigh Moors, made famous as evo magazine's road-test circuit. Fast, open sightlines past Llyn Brenig make it a pilgrimage for keen drivers.

29 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Colwyn Bay

Right hereGreat Orme Marine DriveOne-way Victorian toll road looping 4 miles around the cliffs of the Great Orme headland at Llandudno, with sheer limestone drops, seabirds and views to Anglesey and the Irish Sea.
27 kmLlyn OgwenA roadside glacial lake cradled by the Glyderau and Carneddau, with Idwal Cottage as a hiker's gateway.
29 kmEvo TriangleLegendary 20-mile loop of the A5, A543 and B4501 across the empty Denbigh Moors, made famous as evo magazine's road-test circuit. Fast, open sightlines past Llyn Brenig make it a pilgrimage for keen drivers.
30 kmLlanberis PassA dramatic glacial pass beneath Snowdon's crags, a magnet for climbers and one of Wales's great driving roads.
30 kmMenai Suspension BridgeThomas Telford's pioneering 1826 suspension bridge over the swirling Menai Strait, the historic road gateway to Anglesey and one of the world's first great suspension bridges.
33 kmPen-y-Pass Viewpoint (Snowdonia)The starting point for Snowdon summit trails at 359 metres, with views down the Llanberis Pass flanked by towering slate mountains.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on: the left
Petrol: ~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls: None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Colwyn Bay.

Mochdre

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 km away

Llysfaen

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km away

Llansantffraid Glan Conwy

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6 km awayPop. 1,862

Deganwy

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 9,429

Conwy

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 3,873

Llandudno

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 15,371

Abergele

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10 km awayPop. 11,290

Penmaenmawr

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

14 km awayPop. 2,535

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About Colwyn Bay

Colwyn Bay works well as a base: 10 minutes from Llysfaen, 26km from Tryfan.

Colwyn Bay is a town located in Wales, United Kingdom. With a population of 29,275, it is an important destination in Europe.

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Booking.com Expedia TripAdvisor Hotels.com Agoda Airbnb

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Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Colwyn Bay.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Colwyn Bay?

How do I plan a road trip to Colwyn Bay?

Plan your road trip to Colwyn Bay with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Colwyn Bay as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Colwyn Bay located?

Colwyn Bay is located in Wales, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.2948 latitude, -3.7267 longitude.

What is the population of Colwyn Bay?

Colwyn Bay has a population of approximately 29,275 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

Worth the detour from Colwyn Bay

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

castle

Conwy Castle

A medieval fortification built by Edward I during his conquest of Wales, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Bodnant Garden

One of the finest gardens in the UK, famous for its spectacular laburnum arch in late spring and terraced gardens above the Conwy Valley.

9 km · about 15 min drive

coastal drive

Great Orme Marine Drive

One-way Victorian toll road looping 4 miles around the cliffs of the Great Orme headland at Llandudno, with sheer limestone drops, seabirds and views to Anglesey and the Irish Sea.

10 km · about 20 min drive

castle

Beaumaris Castle

The most technically perfect medieval castle in Britain, the unfinished masterpiece of Edward I's iron ring of fortresses on Anglesey.

24 km · about 30 min drive

waterfall

Swallow Falls

Wales's most-visited waterfall, where the Afon Llugwy cascades over rocky steps in a wooded gorge near Betws-y-Coed.

24 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Tryfan

A jagged 3,000-foot peak rising straight from the Ogwen Valley road, crowned by the leap-of-faith Adam and Eve stones.

26 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Llyn Ogwen

A roadside glacial lake cradled by the Glyderau and Carneddau, with Idwal Cottage as a hiker's gateway.

27 km · about 30 min drive

famous road

Evo Triangle

29 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Colwyn Bay

Right hereGreat Orme Marine DriveOne-way Victorian toll road looping 4 miles around the cliffs of the Great Orme headland at Llandudno, with sheer limestone drops, seabirds and views to Anglesey and the Irish Sea.

27 kmLlyn OgwenA roadside glacial lake cradled by the Glyderau and Carneddau, with Idwal Cottage as a hiker's gateway.

29 kmEvo TriangleLegendary 20-mile loop of the A5, A543 and B4501 across the empty Denbigh Moors, made famous as evo magazine's road-test circuit. Fast, open sightlines past Llyn Brenig make it a pilgrimage for keen drivers.

30 kmLlanberis PassA dramatic glacial pass beneath Snowdon's crags, a magnet for climbers and one of Wales's great driving roads.

30 kmMenai Suspension BridgeThomas Telford's pioneering 1826 suspension bridge over the swirling Menai Strait, the historic road gateway to Anglesey and one of the world's first great suspension bridges.

33 kmPen-y-Pass Viewpoint (Snowdonia)The starting point for Snowdon summit trails at 359 metres, with views down the Llanberis Pass flanked by towering slate mountains.

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Worth the detour from Colwyn Bay

Conwy Castle

Bodnant Garden

Great Orme Marine Drive

Beaumaris Castle

Swallow Falls

Tryfan

Llyn Ogwen

Evo Triangle

Driving roads near Colwyn Bay

Driving in United Kingdom

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Mochdre

Llysfaen

Llansantffraid Glan Conwy

Deganwy

Conwy

Llandudno

Abergele

Penmaenmawr

Plan a trip around Colwyn Bay

Plan a Road Trip from Colwyn Bay

Colwyn Bay

About Colwyn Bay

About Colwyn Bay

Where to Stay in Colwyn Bay

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Explore the Area

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan a Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Quick Information

Emergency & Services

Tags

Worth the detour from Colwyn Bay

Conwy Castle

Bodnant Garden

Great Orme Marine Drive

Beaumaris Castle

Swallow Falls

Tryfan

Llyn Ogwen

Evo Triangle

Driving roads near Colwyn Bay

Driving in United Kingdom

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Mochdre

Llysfaen

Llansantffraid Glan Conwy

Deganwy

Conwy

Llandudno

Abergele

Penmaenmawr

Plan a trip around Colwyn Bay

Plan a Road Trip from Colwyn Bay