A small market town nestled close to the coast, Abergele is also
just a stone's throw away from the countryside and the mountains of
Snowdonia - making it a brilliant base for exploring North Wales.
With all the amenities you could need on your doorstep, including
great links to the A55, it's the perfect place for any North Wales
adventure.
Things to do
Offering something for everyone, whether your hobby is walking,
watersports, climbing, fishing or playing golf; or if you're more
into seeing than doing, there are historic buildings, museums and
National Trust gardens within reach too! There really is so much to
discover around Abergele. We've picked a handful of attractions in
and around Abergele with something for the whole family!
Wooded hills surround a lot of the the town and are a rather
undiscovered gem. Climb Cefn-yr-Ogof, Tower hill or Castell Cawr which has an iron age hill
fort, and make the most of the spectacular views over the town and
towards the sea.
A must visit is the beautiful Pensarn Beach, of which part is designated a
Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). With its 2 miles of
soft golden sand it offers a safe haven for all manner of
activities! You can fly your kite on a breezy day, take part in
watersports in the surf or just stroll along the prom taking in the
sea air. This dog friendly beach is also home to amusements and
crazy golf providing plenty of entertainment for the whole
family.
Abergele Golf Club, welcomes visitors and is
deemed one of the most beautiful courses in Wales. With coastal
views and the backdrop of the impressive Gwrych Castle,this 18 hole
parkland course is second to none. There are also Old Colwyn Silver
Birch and Conwy golf clubs nearby, meaning you really are spoilt
for choice when it comes to deciding where to tee off in this neck
of the woods!
Gwrych
Castle is a 19th Century country house that has had many
owners and uses over the years. The upkeep and maintenance of such
a large estate meant unfortunately overtime it fell into disrepair.
Now owned privately, the Gwrych Castle Preservation Trust is
serving to guide the planned restoration. With renovations already
under way and plans for a visitors centre, there is hope to restore
it to its former glory!
Sitting close to the coast, Pentre Mawr Park offers something a bit
different from the coastal landscape it neighbours. A walled
garden, ponds, meadows and a wooded area mean there are lots to
explore at Pentre Mawr. Fun to tour on bike or foot and complete
with play parks for the kids, this dog friendly park is a
worthwhile trip for the whole family!
Tan-y-Mynydd Trout Fishery offers the
chance to relax with your rod all year round, dawn til dusk. Except
for Christmas Day, for those even contemplating fishing on December
25th! Being this close to the coast also offers an alternative to
coarse fishing, so why not try your odds in the biggest pond around
- the Irish Sea!
Knightly's Fun Park, based at Towyn, just a 10
minute drive from Abergele. Home to traditional funfair rides and
arcades the park does exactly what it says on the tin. Looking for
a fun place to take the kids, Knightly's has it covered!
Exploring on foot
There are miles of coastal path to join right on your doorstep,
so it's easy to get the whole family moving this holiday.
The North Wales Path runs parallel to
Pensarn beach along the coast. It runs for 60 miles from Bangor to
Prestatyn, meaning miles and miles of coastal North Wales views to
enjoy. The Wales Coast Path also passes along
Abergele's seafront, continuing all the way to Chepstow!
Seeing the sights on two wheels
Why not swap four wheels for two? Savour that fresh sea air and
take in the stunning views along the way!
With the chance to hire bikes from a kiosk on the promenade, you
don't even have the hassle of bringing your own bikes. Buster's Holiday Cycles offer a home from
home biking experience, with all the things you need to get kitted
out for a day of family fun! If it sounds like there is too much to
see in one day then don't despair, during the summer holiday there
is the chance to secure 5 day hire from only £35.00 when pre-booked
by calling 07858 633874.
The National Cycle Network which links
Holyhead to Reading passes along the front at Abergele. From
Abergele you can join the North Wales Coast Cycle Route, explore east
and west, and see the sights of the North Wales coastline from two
wheels!
Places nearby
With many popular places closer than you might expect, you'd be
surprised how far afield you can discover when staying around
Abergele!
Hopefully we've been able to show you that Abergele is somewhat
of a hidden gem in the North Wales coastal crown. It may be small
but it is a mighty great place to be based when looking for
adventure! Offering the best of all worlds with mountains, coast,
countryside and towns - with something for everyone, you'll never
be bored when you book a break near Abergele!
Stay in Abergele
Love holidaying with family and friends?
Derwas is a large cottage great for
gathering everyone together! With a perfect mix of old and new this
well equipped, characterful cottage can be found in the charming
countryside just outside of Abergele. Offering stunning views and
the chance to really get away from it all.
Start planning your next get-together right here!
