Old Colwyn Beach

  • Old Colwyn Beach - Clwyd
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  • Old Colwyn Beach - Clwyd
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  • Old Colwyn Beach - Clwyd
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  • Old Colwyn Beach lies at the far eastern end of the long promenade that runs along Colwyn Bay. This sandy section of beach is often less busy than elsewhere along the bay. The beach here is popular for swimming and water sports, with Colwyn Bay watersports club located at the western end of the beach. It is also the most dog-friendly section of the Colwyn Bay area, with dogs allowed on the eastern section throughout the year, whilst they are banned during the summer further westward.

    The promenade behind the beach has both cycling and walking tracks. A variety of seabirds frequent the area, and occasionally, seals and dolphins can be spotted in the surf.

    Note that at high tide, the beach is completely submerged.

    Parking is available towards the western end of the beach along the promenade, where there is also a kiosk. The beach can be accessed via a slipway or stairs.

    More facilities can be found in the town centre, a few hundred meters inland. The Victorian resort town of Colwyn Bay is about half a mile west of the beach and has a railway station and a variety of attractions including the Welsh Mountain Zoo and Dinosaur World.

    Type of beach

    Sandy

    Lifeguard service

    No

    Dogs friendly beach?

    Dogs allowed

    Dogs allowed.

    Clwyd dog friendly beaches »

    Activities

    • Kayaking/canoeing
    • Swimming/bathing
    • Wind surfing

    Facilities

    • Cafe/restaurant
    • Promenade

    Nearest town

    Colwyn Bay

    Postcode

    LL29 9TA

    OS grid ref.

    SH 8670 7872

    Parking

    Parking available next to the beach.

    Water quality

    Water quality star rating

    Awards

    Marine Conservation Society Recommended

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