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Conwy Castle is always a popular sight

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Conwy

Conwy - Stronghold of the English Kings

Conwy on the North Wales coast, designated a World Heritage Site, can truly lay claim to being one of Europe's finest examples of a Mediaeval Walled Town. If approached from the North, the first glimpse of the town will reveal the majestic ramparts of the castle of Edward I ,dating from 1283, with the blue waters of the yacht-filled harbour providing a stark contrast to the grey battlements. 

A mountainous backdrop completes Conwy's idyllic setting and forms a gateway to Snowdonia.

Conwy's history and that of its castle are intertwined and the ages can be spanned by visiting a wealth of heritage and modem attractions. Conwy's Town Walls are one of the most complete circuits in Europe, over three-quarters of a mile in length with 21 towers. In addition to the new immersed road tunnel spanning the River Conwy are two bridges of much historic interest and a 20th Century road bridge.

Winter Sunrise at Conwy's Quay

The quiet resort of Deganwy is a popular boating centre with a pleasant beach and promenade and the views from Deganwy are superb, encompassing the mountains of Snowdonia, the Conwy Estuary and westward to Anglesey and Puffin Island.

Llandudno Junction is situated approximately one and a half miles from Conwy where there is the R.S.P.B. Nature Reserve and Leisure Centre.

Castles, Buildings and Site of historic interest:

Conwy Castle. Tel: (01492) 592358
Aberconwy House, Castle Street (01492) 592246
Plas Mawr, High Street. (01492) 580167
Conwy Suspension Bridge. (01492) 573282
Conwy Butterfly Jungle, Bodlondeb Park. (01492) 593149
The Smallest House, The Quay. (01492) 593484
River Cruises, The Quay (01492) 592170
Char Bazaar Teapot Museum, Castle Street. (01492) 593429
RSPB Nature Reserve, Llandudno Junction (01492) 584091

Tourist Information Centre

CADW Visitor Centre, Castle Entrance: (01492) 592248 (Open Daily, all year round) 9.30 am - 6.00 p.m. in summer 10.00 am. - 4.00 p.m. in winter

Conwy's Quay in Winter

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