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Best Free Things to do in Colwyn Bay
If you are holidaying in the North Wales region but operating on a tight budget, you’ll be pleased to find out that there are plenty of great free things to do in Colwyn Bay and the surrounding region. In fact, there is something for all the family here, with public play areas, stunning coastal walks, seaside frolics, all of which won’t cost you a single penny.
To help you plan your next budget friendly holiday in North Wales, we thought it might therefore be helpful for us to list what we consider to be the top 5 best free things to do in Colwyn Bay, so that you can arrive on your getaway with a clear idea of how to spend your days away.
1. Colwyn Bay Beach
A visit to Colwyn Bay wouldn’t be complete without a visit to its iconic beach. With soft sand and clean waters, Colwyn Bay beach is the perfect destination for a family day out at the seaside. There are even free buckets and spades available on the seafront to take advantage of, saving you the cost of buying a new set ahead of your visit.
When you’re not building sandcastles or soaking up the sun’s free rays, you can go for a paddle or enjoy a gentle stroll along the seafront with your canine by your side thanks to the fact that certain sections of Colwyn Bay beach are dog friendly throughout the year. There really is something for all the family here, even the furry ones!
2. The Colwyn Bay Promenade
While we are on the topic of walks, another highlight of a day out here is unquestionably a walk along the Colwyn Bay Promenade. Here you can enjoy stunning coastal views stretching out for miles around.
The promenade has recently undergone an extensive redevelopment which has turned it into one of the best seafronts in the country. Alongside walking, cycling or even rollerblading along the promenade, you can now also take advantage of a number of free features including a number of varied children’s play areas which include climbing frames and quirky educational equipment.
There are also plenty of opportunities to rest as your traverse the Colwyn Bay promenade, with lots of seating where you can admire the seaviews or even enjoy a picnic with your family. Some of the seating along the seafront even has free WiFi & charging facilities in case your phone, laptop or tablet is low on battery; they really have thought of everything.
3. Nature Reserves & Country Walks
If you fancy a change of scenery away from the seafront, then there are also plenty of countryside walks in Colwyn Bay to be enjoyed too. This includes at the nearby Bryn Euryn Nature Reserve where you can choose from a series of woodland trails or take on the challenge of climbing to the top of the Bryn.
Alternatively, you enjoy a riverside walk along the enchanting Fairy Glen or even take a stroll around Eirias Park where, alongside walking routes, you’ll also find a tranquil, swan occupied lake and a number of public play areas for the children.
4. Play in the Park
This leads neatly onto the four best free things to do in Colwyn Bay on our list, making use of the many public play areas that are on offer around Colwyn Bay town and the new additions which have been added along the promenade. There’s more than enough on offer around the town to keep your children entertained for hours on end, helping them burn off a little energy before returning to your holiday accommodation.
From swings and slides, to climbing frames and educational sound equipment (you’ll know it when you see it), there really is something for children of all ages in Colwyn Bay.
5. Soak Up the Vibe
Finally, another great free thing to do in Colwyn Bay is to simply soak up the vibrant seaside atmosphere which is on offer in the town. You can do this on the seafront, sitting on the public seating and people watching with the coastline providing an unbeatable backdrop.
You’ll also find frequent free events taking place in Colwyn Bay throughout the year. Whether it’s enjoying live music or getting involved in one of the free festivals, make sure that you pop along and have a chat with some of the friendly locals who are sure to have a tale or two to tell about the area or even be able to recommend some more free things to do in Colwyn Bay and the wider North Wales region.