Colwyn Bay is a relatively recent town, developing rapidly in the late 19th and early 20th century. Until the mid-20th century it was an important holiday destination. Before the late 19th century the … [Read more...]
Combermere Gardens (Open Spaces)
Summary: Combermere Gardens is a small but attractive raised paved area overlooking the sea. It incorporates some benches, and attractively planted flower beds. Location: On the seaward side of … [Read more...]
Penmaenhead & Lower Penmaenhead (Open Spaces)
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Fairy Glen, Old Colwyn (Open Spaces)
The Open Spaces Project is ongoing. This article will become available soon. Summary: Grid reference: SH 867780 Postcode: Acknowledgements: Conwy CBC: Fairy Glen Local Nature Reserve … [Read more...]
Tan y Coed Gardens, Old Colwyn (Open Spaces)
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Queens Gardens (Open Spaces)
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Penrhos College (Open Spaces)
Summary: This pleasant site provides about 5 acres of public open space. It incorporates 2 secluded woodland paths, both leading from Chatsworth Close down to the sea – one in an attractive dell … [Read more...]
Rhos Fynach Park and Rhos Lido (Open Spaces)
Summary: The Park is the general title for an area of land stretching from Rhos Point on the coast to Colwyn Avenue, Rhos on Sea. The site is divided by Abbey Road, the northern section is now a … [Read more...]
Rhos Park (Open Spaces)
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Bryn Euryn (Open Spaces)
Summary: Bryn Euryn is a carboniferous limestone hill in Rhos on Sea designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Its summit is 131 metres (430 ft) above sea level and it is listed as a HUMP (a … [Read more...]
The Dingle (Open Spaces)
Summary: The Dingle is a pleasant bridleway connecting Abergele Road and The Promenade and is one of the few access points between Colwyn Bay town and the adjacent promenade and beach. Path length is … [Read more...]
Eirias Park (Open Spaces)
Summary: Eirias Park opened in 1923 and rapidly developed facilities for many sports and recreational activities over a 50-acre site. Various developments have eroded some of the park’s area and … [Read more...]
Nant y Groes Local Nature Reserve (Open Spaces)
Summary: Formerly the Upper Dingle. Grid reference: SH 854781 Postcode: LL29 7SU (places one in sight of the entrance) Reference 1 This small, broadleaved woodland is approached from the Old … [Read more...]
Brookfield Drive Sports Pitches (Open Spaces)
Summary: Brookfield Drive Sports pitches were donated to the community in the 1940s. One of the fields is now the site of Colwyn Bay Rugby Club and the other two are used by Rhos United Football … [Read more...]
Wynn Gardens, Old Colwyn (Open Spaces)
The Open Spaces Project is ongoing. This articles will become available soon. Summary: Grid reference: Postcode: MAP Acknowledgments: Colwyn Council Minutes (available … [Read more...]
